• Environmental Specialist Level 1 (DSO)

    MTA (New York, NY)


    Environmental Specialist Level 1 (DSO)

     

    Job ID: 11532

     

    Business Unit: MTA Construction & Development

     

    Regular/Temporary: Regular

     

    Department: Delivery Services Office

     

    Date Posted: Apr 26, 2025

    Description

    This position is eligible for telework , which is currently available one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.

    JOB TITLE:

    Environmental Specialist Level 1

    AGENCY:

    Construction & Development

    DEPT/DIV:

    Delivery / Delivery Services Office

    REPORTS TO:

    Environmental Specialist Level 2

    WORK LOCATION:

    2 Broadway

    HOURS OF WORK:

    8 : 3 0 AM to 5: 0 0 P M or as required (7.5HR/ DAY )

    HAY POINTS:

    342

    SALARY RANGE :

    $ 6 7,103 to $ 8 7,314

    DEADLINE:

    Open Until Filled

     

    S ummary

     

    Entry - level environmental position (for non-engineers) for those w ith a bachelor' s degree.

     

    Specialist Level 1 supports Project Management for permitting/design and construction project s /program s .

    Responsibilities

    Involved with supporting survey field efforts by working with technical leads to identify needs for survey crews.

     

    Ensures th e team has tracked necessary equipment, reviewed and logged calibration requirements, and confirmed crews have safety plans and files daily logs.

     

    Coordinates a nd attends meetings and assists in developing a tracking system to manage assignments.

     

    Assists in preparing portions of reports and permit documents.

     

    Works with GIS support to communicate any updates.

     

    Education and Experience

     

    Bachelors in Environmental Science/Environmental Technology/Environmental Management /Archaeology /Anthropology /Biology /Wildlife or an equivalent subject.

     

    Masters preferred.

     

    Various disciplines may be (but are not limited to) historic preservation and culture, as well as environmental resources, asbestos, lead, and hazardous m aterials.

     

    Must have a minimum of three (3) years of related experience.

    Competencies:

    Intern experience is a plus.

     

    Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

     

    Must be proficient in MS Word and Excel.

     

    Analytical ability, pro-active attitude, willingness to learn , and an ability to think "outside the box" when required.

     

    Other Information

     

    Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the " Commission " ).

     

    Selection Criteria

     

    Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview.

     

    How to Apply

     

    MTA employees must apply via My MTA Portal. You can submit an online application by logging into My MTA Portal, clicking the My Job Search ribbon, and selecting the " Careers " link. Logging in through My MTA Portal will link your BSC ID number to your job application to identify you as an internal applicant.

     

    Equal Employment Opportunity

     

    MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are equal opportunity employers, including those with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

     

    The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply .