Environmental Planner

The City of Newburyport is seeking an Environmental Planner to support the Conservation Commission in managing natural resources and ensuring compliance with wetlands regulations. Responsibilities include project leadership related to sustainability and resiliency, working with various city departments. Candidates must have a relevant bachelor's degree, three years of experience, and pass a CORI check. The position is full-time with specified working hours and a salary range of $64,196.40 to $78,864.50.
Teamsters Professional /Administration/Technical Union

Grade H

Position Purpose: The Environmental Planner position provides support, coordination, and professional management for the city’s Conservation Commission in carrying out its mandate and mission to protect the community's natural resources including its biodiversity, unique natural areas, wetlands, coastal beaches and other water resources. This includes assisting the Commission in administering the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act and the Newburyport Wetlands Ordinance. This position also assists the Commission with the oversight and management of conservation properties under the purview of the Conservation Commission. The Environmental Planner assists and/or directly leads various projects, programs or initiatives related to the city’s long-term goals of sustainability and resiliency, which is increasingly important to a coastal community like Newburyport. Work is performed under general supervision. The position reports to the Director of Planning & Development. Works cooperatively with other city departments including the Building Department and Department of Public Works to insure compliance with state and local wetlands regulations.

Please review the full job description on city of Newburyport website for more information on detailed requirements and essential functions: http://www.cityofnewburyport.com/

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Education, Training and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree, natural resource management or related degree.
• At least three years’ experience in natural resources management or related field.
• Must pass a CORI (Criminal Offend Records Information) check.
• Valid drives license.

Hours and Salary

The regular work schedule consists of Monday through Wednesday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Thursday 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m. – noon. The salary between $64,196.40 and $78,864.50 depends on union status.

Securing this position is dependent on the results of a CORI check.

Qualified Applicants should send a cover letter and resume by mail to Human Resources Director, City Hall, 60 Pleasant St., and P. O. Box 550, Newburyport, MA. 01950 or email to: employment@cityofnewburyport.com