Culvert Replacement Technical Assistance Specialist

5 days ago


Boston, United States Mass Inc Full time
Who We Are:

The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts' environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family. Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.

Who We Are as an Employer:

At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents.

Description: Department of Fish & Game

The Department of Fish and Game (DFG) is the state agency responsible for conservation of the state's natural resources. DFG exercises responsibility over the Commonwealth's marine and freshwater fisheries, wildlife, plants, and natural communities, and provides outdoor recreation opportunities to the public. The Division of Ecological Restoration restores and protects rivers, wetlands, and watersheds in Massachusetts for the benefit of people and the environment.

A cover letter must be submitted as part of the application process and attached as relevant to the requisition. Your resume is attached correctly.

Job Opening:
The Department of Fish and Game, Division of Ecological Restoration seeks applicants for a Environmental Analyst II to perform the following duties:

Position Overview

As a Environmental Analyst II, you will play a pivotal role in advancing DER's mission by providing technical support, managing grants and contracts, and helping to drive the successful implementation of stream crossing replacement projects. Your work will focus on improving fish passage, enhancing flood resilience, and ensuring better ecological connectivity at road-stream crossings throughout Massachusetts. You will also contribute to the development of tools, training, and resources to support communities and partners in achieving project goals.

Key responsibilities :

Partnership Building and Technical Assistance (30%)

Assist in increasing the scale and pace of road-stream crossing projects, ensuring benefits for ecological restoration, public safety, climate change resilience, and community connectivity across the Commonwealth. Build relationships and partnerships with municipalities, environmental organizations, and other stakeholders to support successful implementation of culvert replacement and stream crossing improvement projects. Provide technical support and outreach, in collaboration with DER staff, to help communities meet the aquatic/terrestrial organism passage and climate resilience criteria for these projects. Support the Stream Continuity Program in providing direct project implementation funding, capacity building and training initiatives, and creation of resources and tools for communities.

Contract and Project Management (30%)

Manage approximately 3-10 Stream Continuity-related contracts per year, which may includeCulvert Replacement Municipal Assistance (CRMA) or Training Site grants, subwatershed assessments, and/or consultant contracts. Oversee the delivery of key project milestones, including budget management, progress tracking, and reporting. Work with consultants and partners to develop technical resources and facilitate community training sessions.

Project Coordination and Early Phase Support (25%)

Assist municipalities and stakeholders in the early phases of project development, including identifying and prioritizing potential road-stream crossings replacements. Provide direct support for project scoping, permitting, bidding, and funding pathways. Ensure alignment with Massachusetts Stream Crossing Standards and ecological design principles.

Program Support, Outreach, and Coordination (15%)

Provide program support outreach, and coordination between DER, state agencies, partners and communities.Participate in field site visits, budget planning, review of deliverables, and invoicing. Contribute to the preparation and implementation of competitive grant offerings and bid solicitations. Represent DER at public forums and professional conferences and engage in outreach and inter-agency planning efforts.

Additional Information:
  • Up to two candidates may be hired as part of this posting.
  • The position(s) will be based in either DER's Westfield or Boston offices, with a hybrid work schedule (in-office and telework).
  • Travel throughout Massachusetts for fieldwork is required.
  • Salary commensurate with experience.
  • First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Relevant experience in environmental science, biology, ecology, engineering, habitat restoration, or water and natural resources management.
  • One or more professional years of experience.
  • Experience in grants and/or contracts management, which may include preparation or review of scopes of work, tracking and reviewing deliverables, contracting, budget tracking.
  • Knowledge of stream and river ecology, fish passage, and road-stream crossing design principles and experience coordinating or managing stream habitat restoration projects.
  • Aptitude to work effectively in a collaborative team environment on multiple tasks with varying timelines.
  • Propensity to work proactively and with self-initiative, and to exercise sound judgment and discretion.
  • Must be a team player with strong people skills and a proven ability to motivate and engage others, effectively manage controversy, and forge and maintain partnerships.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • All-around computer experience including MS Office Suite; experience with or interest in learning ArcGIS Online (AGOL) or ArcGIS Pro preferred.
  • Available to travel statewide and to participate in occasional evening and weekend site visits and meetings.


Qualifications:
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have at least (A) three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional experience in the field of environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth science, environmental health, meteorology, natural science, toxicology or public health, of which (B) at least one year must have been in a professional capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the following substitutions.

Substitutions:

I. An Associate's degree with a major in the field of environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth science, environmental health, meteorology, natural science, toxicology or public health may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience.*

II. A Bachelor's degree with a major in the field of environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth science, environmental health, meteorology, natural science, toxicology or public health may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience.*

III. A Graduate degree with a major in environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth science, environmental health, meteorology, natural science, toxicology or public health may be substituted for the required experience.*

*Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

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