Deputy Director of Environmental Compliance

At the MBTA we envision a thriving region enabled by a best-in-class transit system. Our mission is to serve the public by providing safe reliable and accessible transportation. MBTAs Core Values are built around safety service equity sustainability and culture. Each employee that works for the MBTA performs their roles based on our vision mission and values. This includes attendance participation and contribution in local safety committee meetings as needed.

The Deputy Director of Environmental Compliance - Commuter Rail will manage coordinate and provide oversight and evaluate environmental compliance programs for MBTAs Operator of Commuter addition this role will develop implement and administer a comprehensive plan to ensure environmental regulatory compliance oversight in projects and programs throughout the MBTA and its owned infrastructure.

• Oversee and monitor all environmental aspects of the current commuter rail system working with both MBTA railroad and the contracted operator to ensure full compliance with applicable regulations (to include but not limited to: EPA all media FRA FTA DOT DEP MDAR etc.).
• Strategically lead and guide the work of supporting professional technical and administrative personnel in the research design and issuance of environmental audits and compliance programs.
• Act as the Authoritys liaison with all environmental regulatory agencies ensuring that all required notifications and reports are submitted to local state and federal agencies.
• Review and approve reports/plans for appropriate local state and federal agencies.
• Support any agency engagements including conducting investigations and/or negotiations for potential enforcement actions.
• Provide expert leadership and guidance to ensure proper management of materials needed during routine operations and/or construction projects whether at a facility or along the right of way to include compliant storage and disposal (ie railroad ties ballast soil stockpiles concrete asphalt etc.).
• Ensure proper management regarding train dismantling repurposing disposal as needed.
• Develop and implement preventative environmental management plans and programs to include SOPs and compliance thereof.
• Develop audit program to ensure compliance with Environmental Management Systems permit requirements SOPs etc.
• Conduct compliance audits of regulatory programs including the operators wastewater treatment systems stormwater permits Environmental Management System and/or that of MBTA as applicable.
• Develop and implement strategies for compliance oversight with the Operators Environmental Management System.
• Perform environmental coordination for system-wide compliance programs which affect MBTA owned facilities its operator and vendors.
• Manage Operator compliance with regulatory programs to include vegetation management plans train idling noise reduction etc.
• Oversee and monitor consultant performance to ensure that projects remain on scope and on budget.
• Review construction proposals and specifications for regulatory compliance and proper permits/licenses for commuter rail projects as needed.
• Maintain all necessary permits and certifications for environmental programs and projects and ensure all permits and certificates are valid.
• Ensure proper transfer of applicable permits and certificates upon project completion or change in operator if/as applicable.
• Negotiate contracts for various assessment/remediation projects and compliance.
• Assist with development of department policies pertaining to environmental matters.
• Provide regular updates to supervisors that identify progress on major assignments and obstacles to the schedule assignment and responsibilities.
• Ensure budgetary goals are met and that all work is performed in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Drive a company or personal vehicle to visit work sites and other MBTA owned facilities.
• Respond to each inquiry whether from a customer vendor or co-worker in a courteous and professional manner consistent with the Authoritys Customer Service quality standard.
• Assist in the management of a workforce by ensuring the fair and consistent application and strict adherence to the rules regulations collective bargaining agreements (if applicable) and policies of the Authority including the EEO Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment and Anti-Retaliation policies.
• Perform all other duties and projects that may be assigned.

Supervision

• The selected candidate will eventually be responsible for the direct supervision of environmental compliance officers.

• A bachelors degree from an accredited institution in Mechanical or Environmental Engineering Environmental Science Environmental Planning Environmental Management or related field.
• Five (5) years of demonstrated experience in the environmental field with a focus on the regulations and requirements related to environmental compliance as normally associated with a large or active transportation or infrastructure projects.
• Two (2) years of related experience in a supervisory managerial and/or leadership capacity.
• Demonstrated ability to comprehend and administer environmental laws and regulations.
• Experience working with large-scale infrastructure design plans and specifications.
• Strong computer skill including Adobe Outlook Microsoft Office programs (Word Excel PowerPoint and Access).
• Ability to work seamlessly with other departments within the MBTA its Operator as well as external groups such as state and federal agencies municipal governments as well as outside consultants and contractors.
• Strong analytical writing skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Valid drivers license.
• Excellent customer service communication conflict resolution and reading and comprehension skills.
• The ability to supervise and work effectively with a diverse workforce.

• A High School Diploma or GED with an additional seven (7) years of directly related experience substitutes for the bachelors degree requirement.
• An associate degree from an accredited institution and an additional three (3) years of directly related experience substitutes for the bachelors degree requirement.
• A masters degree in a related subject substitutes for two (2) years of general experience.
• A nationally recognized certification or statewide/professional certification in a related field substitutes for one year of experience.

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of regulations and requirements related to hazardous waste management air quality Massachusetts Contingency Plan pollution prevention programs and any other environmental media associated with large industrial facilities.
• Environmental compliance experience in a transit setting or within the transportation industry.

Job Conditions:

• Ability to effectively read comprehend communicate and respond to instructions orders signs notices inquiries English.
• Be at least eighteen (18) years of age except if participating in an approved high school internship / co-op program.
• Ability to commute to assigned work locations in the Boston MA metro area as required by the role.
• Ability to provide internal and external customers with courteous and professional experiences.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a diverseworkforce team (or supervise if required).
• Ability to uphold the rights and interests of the MBTA while building and maintaining effective relationships with employees and co-workers.
• Ability to adhere to rules regulations collective bargaining agreements (if applicable) and policies of the MBTA including the EEO anti-discrimination anti-harassment and anti-retaliation policies.
• Have a satisfactory work record for the two (2) years immediately prior to the closing date of this posting (unless if current student or recent graduate) including overall employment job performance discipline and safety records (infractions and/or offenses occurring after the closing of the posting and before the filling of a vacancy may preclude a candidate from consideration for selection).
• Ability to pass a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check comprehensive background screening and / or medical Clinic screening potentially including physical examination and drug and alcohol screenings.
• Ability to work all shifts and / or locations assigned directed or necessary for this position including (for some transit / operations roles) up to twenty-four (24) hours per day seven (7) days per week as necessary to accommodate severe weather conditions emergencies or any other circumstances that may potentially impact service or the safety of service.
• Intern / co-op staff must be enrolled full or part-time in an accredited educational program and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 for the entire duration of the internship / co-op. Additionally interns / co-ops must have valid work authorization and U.S. Social Security Numberprior to starting pre-employment screenings / pre-boarding working in their positions and throughout the duration of their program.

Disclaimers and Definitions:

1. General Disclaimer: The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe a summary general nature and complexity of typical job functions and do not represent an exhaustive list of all duties tasks and responsibilities required of staff assigned to this position.
2. Application Completion: It is each applicants responsibility to ensure application details are entered completely and correctly including updated work and education histories (past and current). Incomplete applications may not be considered. Attachments do not substitute for application fields. The recruitment team does not have access to existing employee data / history.
3. Application Deadlines:Applicants should apply as soon as possible as the MBTA may stop considering applicants after a sufficiently large applicant pool is established.
4. Work Environment:The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here-in are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. See job description for role-specific requirements.
5. Work Eligibility:All employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States and on an unrestricted MBTA does not have an employer work sponsorship program. However if you have unrestricted work authorization or are sponsored by a separate entity you are welcome to all persons hired will require a U.S. Social Security Number prior to starting the position and employees will be required to complete a Form I-9 to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the U.S.
6. Interviews:Candidates should ensure they arrive on time are prepared can remain for the duration and if remote are in a quiet place without distraction for the interview. Candidates who do not attend their interview without advance authorization including an email confirmation of a rescheduled time/date from Human Resources will be considered a no-show and disqualified from consideration for the position. Related to rescheduling on a one-time basis and due to something emergent you may be allowed to reschedule the addition Human Resources may require documentation supporting the request. However should you need to reschedule you will need to contact your Recruiter directly by email.
7. Safety Sensitive Positions:Employees working in this classification will be subject to periodic physical examinations plus random drug and alcohol testing.
8. On-call or 24/7 Positions:Employees working in this classification must be available to respond to page / text / call and report to work as determined by assigned department or the Authority.
9. Essential / Emergency Staff:During declared states of emergency employees working in this classification are required to report to work for their assigned work hours or as directed by management.
10. ADA Accommodations: The MBTA makes reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during this process please contact the MBTAs ADA Unit at or .
11. Diversity Equity and Inclusion:The MBTA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. For terms descriptions and definitions related to diversity equity inclusion veteran status and immediate family members that you may find on the application form please visit / Co-Op Benefits: Employees taking part in an internship orco-opat the MBTA are eligible to receive accrued paid sick leave as well as a monthly transportation pass based on the city from which the intern / co-opcommutes to workat no cost. However no additional benefits are currently offered for interns orco-ops.