Environmental Quality Analyst 12/ Environmental Review Officer

State of Michigan; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

MSHDA is seeking an Environmental Review Officer to manage and audit environmental work products from consultants, ensuring compliance with EPA, HUD, and state standards. The role involves identifying technical solutions for environmental impacts, remediation, and regulatory adherence.

Ideal candidates will have three years in senior environmental regulatory roles, a science-focused bachelor's degree, strong writing and communication skills, and willingness to work primarily in Michigan with

Qualifications

• Three years of professional experience in a lead or senior environmental regulatory role.
• A bachelor's degree with at least 30 semester credits in sciences or engineering, or related fields as specified.

Responsibilities

• Review environmental due diligence reports (Phase I/II ESA, etc.).
• Evaluate project changes and remediation/mitigation impacts.
• Coordinate across internal teams to ensure compliance during development lifecycle.

Skills

Environmental regulations

Analytical writing

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree with 30+ semester credits in science/engineering

Bachelor's degree in biological/environmental sciences or related field

Job description

At the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA), we serve the people of Michigan by partnering to provide quality affordable housing solutions in support of all communities. We strive to make Michigan a place where all people have quality affordable housing as a foundation to reach their full potential. Guided by our core values, we put people first, expand housing access and opportunity, use data to drive thoughtful decisions, and collaborate with partners to deliver innovative, sustainable housing solutions. Learn more at www.michigan.gov/MSHDA.

MSHDA seeks an Environmental Review Officer as a technical resource to manage, audit and oversee the work product received from and the qualifications of independent environmental consultants. This position will find and develop technical solutions for environmental impacts, remediation and compliance meeting MSHDA, EGLE, ASTM E-1527, HUD, and EPA standards and regulations as applicable.

Competitive candidates for this position will have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to review environmental due diligence reports (Phase I/II ESA, Due Care, etc; hazardous materials surveys including lead paint, asbestos radon, etc.; floodplain and wetland surveys and permits, etc), evaluate project changes and temporal/financial impacts, conduct oversight of remediation and mitigation measures, and coordinate across internal teams to ensure Michigan State Housing Development Authority financed developments transition smoothly from application to stabilized occupancy and through compliance periods. Candidates will also bring strong analytical skills, creativity and clear and effective writing, strong verbal communication, and exceptional organizational capabilities.

There is a possibility of a remote/hybrid schedule based on performance and operational need. However, all work must be performed in Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position.

Position Description

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Applicants can qualify for this position by meeting the following:

• Three years of professional experience in a lead or senior environmental regulatory role.
• AND
• A bachelor's degree in any major with at least 30 semester (45 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: biochemistry, biology, botany, chemistry, crop and soil science, ecology, engineering, environmental health, environmental science, environmental studies and sustainability, forest management, geology, meteorology, microbiology, physical geography, physics, remote sensing, resource development, resource management, toxicology, or zoology. OR a bachelor's degree in the biological sciences, engineering, environmental studies and sustainability, physical sciences, resource development, or resource management.

NOTE:Applicants should attach a cover letter and resume detailing their training and experience related to the qualifications described above, including information regarding specific duties, duration in the roles, and how applicable education and training relate to this position. Applicants failing to attach a cover letter or resume may be screened out.

Additional information on the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities required for different class levels can be found in the Environmental Quality Analyst job specification.

All newly hired state employees are required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug test prior to their actual appointment. All positions within the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) also require a state criminal background check and are subject to MSHDA's Ethical Standards, Conduct and Disclosure of Interest Policy, and will be expected to disclose any personal and financial interest that may conflict with official duties as an MSHDA employee. Any offer of employment will remain conditional until the results of the background check, financial disclosure review, and drug test indicate eligibility for employment.