Manager, Environmental Protection

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is seeking a Manager of Environmental Protection in New York, NY. This managerial role involves overseeing environmental compliance, hazardous waste management, and regulatory reporting. Candidates should have a degree in environmental science and relevant experience, including management. The position requires emergency response availability and a valid driver's license. It offers a salary range of $103,721 to $146,827 and emphasizes equal opportunity employment.
Description

Position at New York City Transit

Job Information:
Title: Manager, Environmental Protection
First Date of Posting: 02/28/2025
Last Date of Filing: 03/21/2025
Authority: OA/TA
Department: Department of Safety & Security
Division/Unit: System Safety/Environmental Protection
Reports to: Chief Officer, Environmental Protection & Industrial Hygiene
Work Location: 2 Broadway
Hours of Work: Managerial
Compensation:
Min: $103,721 - Mid: $146,827 (Grade C, 677 points)
Responsibilities:
This position is accountable for environmental compliance oversight of hazardous waste, universal waste, stormwater/clean water act, air emissions/permits/clean air act, petroleum and chemical bulk storage tank program areas. Responsibilities include the submittal of annual regulatory reports, written guidance and technical assistance for violations/consent orders and develops environmental policy instructions.
The position oversees the quarterly Large Quantity Hazardous Waste Generator (LQG) audits, Environmental Compliance Reviews (ECRs), assists on EPA/NYS DEC regulatory inspections and provides technical support to NYCT/MTA Departments regarding environmental compliance & policy concerns.
Contract management duties include hazardous waste and regulated medical waste transport/storage/disposal, liquid/solid sampling and analysis for waste characterization, mercury lamp recycling and environmental consulting services.

Candidates must be available for emergency response duties and possess a valid driver's license.
Education and Experience:
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in physical, chemical, biological or environmental science; plus, five (5) years of satisfactory full-time experience in environmental health/sciences of which at least three (3) years shall have been in a managerial/supervisory capacity; or
• A satisfactory equivalent of education and experience.
Desired Skills:
The successful candidate must have experience with regulatory compliance and detailed working knowledge of Federal environmental laws and regulations, especially those concerning hazardous substances, and familiarity with related New York State and City environmental laws and regulations. Experience with environmental management systems (implementation and maintenance) is desired. Excellent oral communications and writing skills required.
Selection Method:

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

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”).
Equal Employment Opportunity:

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including 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.