Project Manager

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) seeks a City Research Scientist to lead the construction noise program within the Bureau of Environmental Compliance. You will evaluate noise mitigation plans, monitor compliance, and coordinate with contractors and officials to reduce construction noise impacts while upholding Air and Noise Code requirements.

The role requires advanced degrees in environmental or public health sciences, strong leadership, and proven experience in

Qualifications

• Master's degree in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or public health science.
• For Assignment II, a doctorate with supervisory/administrative or research experience; or a master's with 3 years of research experience.
• Note: probationary period of one year is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides metrics of reviewed plans and tracks locations with approved noise monitors.
• Understands Air and Noise Code rules and regulations.
• Leads staff review of noise mitigation plans and updates SOPs.
• Participates in meetings with contractors and elected officials to address noise concerns.
• Guides filing communities on noise code regulations.
• Reviews submissions related to sightseeing bus requirements (LL 41), recyclable contracts (LL 40), and trade waste vehicles (LL 145).
• Coordinates presentations and summaries for the Director and publication on the DEP website.
• Researches and analyzes policies to improve construction noise compliance.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

GIS proficiency

Education

Master's degree in Environmental Science

Doctorate in Physical/Biological/Environmental or Social Science

MS in Environmental Science

Job description

The New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers by providing high-quality drinking water, managing wastewater and stormwater, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. To perform these critical services, DEP employs nearly 6,000 individuals in a variety of field and professional positions. DEP is currently seeking a dynamic individual to serve as the program manager for the construction noise program for the Bureau of Environmental Compliance. The Bureau of Environmental Compliance (BEC) enforces the City’s Air and Noise Codes, regulations that affect the health and safety of the public and environment. The Bureau has the goal of enhancing quality of life for New Yorkers by relieving neighborhoods of environmental pollutants and stressors.

The Bureau of Bureau of Environmental Compliance (BEC) enforces the City’s Air and Noise Codes, regulations that affect the health and safety of the public and environment. The Bureau has the goal of enhancing quality of life for New Yorkers by relieving neighborhoods of environmental pollutants and stressors. Specifically, this position is responsible for ensuring compliance with the Noise Code by evaluating required noise mitigation plans prior to the beginning of construction work.

The Project Manager reports to the Director, Air & Noise Policies, Regulations & Enforcement and will work closely with Bureau and agency leadership to review the alternative mitigation plans as well as ensure that construction noise mitigation plans are filed with the department and certain plans have the required noise monitoring devices. The employee is responsible for performing the following tasks:

• Provides metrics of the plans reviewed and tracks locations that are required to have approved noise monitors.
• Has a good understanding of the Air and Noise Code rules and regulations.
• Provides leadership and general direction to staff in the review of the noise mitigation plans as well as updates the Standard Operating Procedure.
• Participates in meetings with contractors and elected officials to address noise concerns at certain construction sites.
• Provides guidance on the rules and regulations of the noise code and regulations to the construction filing community.
• Reviews submissions from contractors who are required to report on compliance with sightseeing bus requirements as mandated by LL 41 as well as recyclable contracts as required by LL 40 and trade waste vehicles are required by LL 145.
• Coordinates presentations, sets agendas, and summarizes deliverables for the Director regarding the number of approved plans as well as to provide that information for publication on the DEP website.
• Research, tracks and analyze policies and regulations that may be needed to improve construction noise compliance.
• Performs other related duties and functions as required.

CITY RESEARCH SCIENTIST - 21744

Minimum Qualifications

• For Assignment Level I (only physical, biological and environmental sciences and public health) A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological or environmental science or in public health.
• To be appointed to Assignment Level II and above, candidates must have:
  • A doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization; or
  • A master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and three years of responsible full-time research experience in the appropriate field of specialization; or
  • Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least a master's degree in an appropriate field of specialization and at least two years of experience described in "2" above. Two years as a City Research Scientist Level I can be substituted for the experience required in "1" and "2" above.
• NOTE: Probationary Period
• Appointments to this position are subject to a minimum probationary period of one year.

Preferred Skills

• Excellent organizational and communication skills as well as a proficiency in excel, word, outlook. A* Ability to work in a team setting and meet goals in a timely and efficient manner.
• Proficient in GIS.
• MS in Environmental Science

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.