Deputy Commissioner, Water Resources

Massachusetts Department of Public Health; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 122,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection in Massachusetts seeks an Assistant Commissioner for the Bureau of Water Resources. The role provides statewide leadership for wastewater, wetlands, waterways, drinking water, and related programs, guiding policy, budgets, and regulatory development.

You will supervise senior staff, engage with external partners including EPA and regional groups, and help deliver critical investments in water infrastructure while advancing resilience and

Qualifications

• Seven (7) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience.
• At least three (3) years must have been in a managerial capacity.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the implementation of the Wastewater, Wetlands, Waterways, Water Quality Certification, Drinking Water, Watershed Planning, Water Management, and State Revolving Fund Programs.
• Direct the development and revision of program regulations, policies, guidance, and grant programs.
• Coordinate with MassDEP leadership and external stakeholders; represent the Bureau with federal/state agencies, municipalities and the public.

Job description

Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection in Massachusetts seeks an Assistant Commissioner for the Bureau of Water Resources. The role provides statewide leadership for wastewater, wetlands, waterways, drinking water, and related programs, guiding policy, budgets, and regulatory development.

You will supervise senior staff, engage with external partners including EPA and regional groups, and help deliver critical investments in water infrastructure while advancing resilience and