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Senior Environmental Specialist Level 1

Metropolitan Transportation Authority
New York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 8/5/2025 CLOSED ON 9/3/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Environmental Specialist Level 1 position at Metropolitan Transportation Authority?

Description Position at MTA Construction & Development

This position is eligible for telework, which is currently available one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.

Job Title

Senior Environmental Specialist Level 1

Agency

Construction & Development

Dept/Div

Delivery/DSO

Reports To

Senior Environment Specialist Level 2

WORK LOCATION:

2 Broadway

Hours Of Work

8:30 AM to 5:00 PM or as required (7.5HR/ DAY)

Hay Points

588

Salary Range

$91,990 to $125,240

Deadline

Open Until Filled

Summary

Senior Environment Specialist Level 1 supports Project Management for permitting/design and construction projects/programs. They prepare regulatory permit requests, perform data analytics and discipline-related research, and perform testing related to their discipline.

Responsibilities

Involved with supporting field efforts, supporting air/noise/wetlands/archaeology/historic infrastructure/asbestos & lead abatement/hazardous material categorization & disposal.

Attends meetings and assists in developing a tracking system to manage assignments.

Distributes notes per project requirements.

Applies MTA C&D quality assurance guidelines and procedures for project document management.

Prepare reports and permit documents.

Works with GIS support to communicate any updates.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's in Environmental Science/Environmental Technology/Environmental Management /Archaeology / Anthropology /Biology /Wildlife or an equivalent subject.

Masters preferred.

Various disciplines may be (but are not limited to) historic preservation and culture, as well as environmental resources, asbestos, lead, and hazardous materials.

Must have a minimum of six (6) years of related experience.

Must have a minimum of two (2) years in a management or supervisory role and/or project manager role in a large, multi-faceted organization.

Competencies

CEP-IT certification is desirable.

Experience performing site inspections, documenting site conditions and construction activities, coordinating with Agency Owner and contractor staff, and responding to contractor requests for information.

Knowledge of the capital design and construction process.

Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the proficient use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Proficiency in current industry software is required.

Experience visiting the field for initial scope/survey and construction oversight preferred.

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").

Selection Criteria

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

How to Apply

MTA employees must apply via My MTA Portal. You can submit an online application by logging into My MTA Portal, clicking the My Job Search ribbon, and selecting the "Careers" link. Logging in through My MTA Portal will link your BSC ID number to your job application to identify you as an internal applicant.

Equal Employment Opportunity

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are equal opportunity employers, including those 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.

Salary : $91,990 - $125,240

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