Deputy Director, CEQR & Environmental Review

NYC Department of Environmental Protection (NYC DEP); New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mayor’s Office of Environmental Coordination (MOEC) in New York City leads the CEQR environmental review process and guides interagency collaboration for capital and development projects. This Deputy Director role oversees a team of Senior Project Managers and reports to the Deputy Executive Director, ensuring effective program delivery.

You will work with City agencies and external partners to develop guidance, track progress, and drive timely, compliant environmental analysis across major

Qualifications

• Five years of project management experience including environmental impact assessment or similar oversight.
• Familiarity with NEPA, SEQRA, CEQR or related frameworks and their relation to capital projects.
• Experience leading a team and coordinating cross-agency work.

Responsibilities

• Oversee CEQR/ENV reviews prepared by agencies and private applicants, ensuring policy alignment and completeness.
• Coordinate with Mayoral staff, agency staff, legal counsel, and technical experts to ensure consistent practice and guidance on environmental review.
• Represent MOEC in meetings and support office administration and program development.

Skills

Project management

Environmental law/policy

Leadership

Communication

Staff development

Job description

The Mayor’s Office of Environmental Coordination (MOEC) in New York City leads the CEQR environmental review process and guides interagency collaboration for capital and development projects. This Deputy Director role oversees a team of Senior Project Managers and reports to the Deputy Executive Director, ensuring effective program delivery.

You will work with City agencies and external partners to develop guidance, track progress, and drive timely, compliant environmental analysis across major