The Department of Environmental Protection - MassDEP - is the state agency responsible protecting and enhancing the Commonwealth\'s natural resources - air, water, and land - to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of all people, and a clean and safe environment for future generations. MassDEP seeks applicants for the position of Environmental Engineer III (EE III). This position is assigned to the Southeast Regional Office (SERO) Bureau of Water Resources (BWR) Wastewater Management located in Lakeville, MA. Under the general supervision of an Environmental Engineer IV or a position of higher grade, the EE III will perform tasks to advance the regional implementation of wastewater regulations including permitting, compliance, and enforcement activities. The EE III will write groundwater discharge permits and review and make recommendations to his/her supervisor on groundwater discharge permit applications. The EE III will provide technical assistance to Boards of Health on interpretation and application of 310 CMR 15.000. The EE III will be required to conduct routine, and non-routine compliance inspections as well as compose inspection reports of observations and conduct needed follow-up after inspections. Duties and Responsibilities include: Conduct pre-permitting meetings as needed and review plans and specifications for Groundwater Discharge Permits permitted under 314 CMR 5.00. Provide technical assistance to Boards of Health on septic system design and review plans, specifications and variances for Title 5 applications permitted under 310 CMR 15.000. Prepare detailed technical and administrative letters, permits, enforcement documents, project summaries, memoranda, and other correspondence relating to all aspects of wastewater management. Conduct enforcement activities as directed,including preparation of documentation and participation in enforcement conferences and technical meetings. Advise legal staff on technical matters related to case. Prepare documents and data to assist with enforcement conference or courtroom testimony. Assisting Towns with sanitary sewer overflow (SSO) reporting and following up with remediation actions if necessary. Witness Soils testing as part of the hydrogeological Evaluation Report Application (WP83) Investigate complaints as directed. Work with communities on all aspects of wastewater management and related project development. · Represent MassDEP by presenting and attending wastewater and water resources conferences and conventions as directed by the supervisor. Assist in the review and scoring of Project Evaluation Forms (PEFs) related to decisions to fund or not to fund State Revolving Fund (SRF) projects. Monitor the activity of contractors and municipal officials by conducting compliance inspections as directed, including review of monitoring data, enforcement history, past performance and prepare inspection reports in a professional and timely manner. Assist communities in the development of Wastewater Management Plans focused on surface water quality compliance using Total Maximum Daily Load Reports and Massachusetts Estuary Project Reports. Assist in the review of Wastewater Management Plans to assure nutrient reduction towards habitat restoration of embayments. Coordinate internally with other MassDEP programs such as the Innovative/AlternativeTitle 5 Program, Cranberry Bogs & Wetlands and Drinking Water Program as needed for Municipal wastewater programming. Lead permitting meetings and review plans and specifications for large-scale State Revolving Fund projects specifically as related to wastewater treatment design and operation. Assist in the development of technical policies and guidance documents Perform any other necessary duties as directed. Preferred Work Experience and Qualifications: Ability to adhere to timelines and manage multiple projects. Practical experience in the design and/or evaluation of wastewater treatment facilities. Working knowledge of 314 CMR 5.00, 310 CMR 15.000, 314 CMR 12.00, 314 CMR 4.00, 257 CMR 2.00 and 310 CMR 44.00 Extensive knowledge of a wide variety of traditional and non-traditional strategies for nutrient management is required. Ability to evaluate submittals quickly, thoroughly, and be able to prepare and convey recommendations to address such issues. Experience performing compliance inspections and conducting compliance evaluations. Excellent communication skills including technical writing and editing skills and the ability to express ideas clearly and concisely. Ability to use hand tools and instruments, climb ladders, and move equipment up to 50 lbs in weight. Possession of a valid Massachusetts driver’s license or its equivalent is required. Experience conducting soil evaluations in Massachusetts with a soil evaluators license Proficiency in use of Microsoft Word and Excel First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have at least (A) four years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional experience in the field of environmental engineering. civil engineering, sanitary engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering or public health engineering and (B) of which at least two years must have been in a professional capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below. Substitutions: I. An Associate\'s degree with a major in civil engineering or civil engineering technology may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience. II. A Bachelor\'s degree with a major in environmental engineering, civil engineering, civil engineering technology, sanitary engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering or public health engineering may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience. III. A Graduate degree with a major in environmental engineering, civil engineering, sanitary engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering or public health engineering may be substituted for a maximum of three years of the required (A) experience and one year of the required (B) experience. Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed. NOTE: Educational substitutions will only be permitted for a maximum of one year of the required (B) experience. 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. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards! 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. Job: Engineering Organization: Department of Environmental Protection Title: Environmental Engineer III Location: Massachusetts-Lakeville-20 Riverside Drive Requisition ID: 240003F6
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