Remote Environmental Program Specialist—Wastewater & Training

Civicworks; City of Albany (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Civicworks in Albany, NY, supports New York's wastewater operator certification program and workforce development initiatives. The role coordinates across state agencies, municipalities, and industry partners to promote wastewater careers and maintains certification resources.

The position is full-time in Albany with telecommuting available up to 50%, requiring strong organizational and communication skills and a background in policy, procurement, and analysis.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience in program policy development, rules interpretation, procurement, technical analysis, and report writing
• Bachelor's degree or an associate degree (degree can substitute for experience)
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency with MS Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Valid driver's license or ability to meet transportation needs

Responsibilities

• Coordinate efforts across state agencies, municipalities and industry partners to promote wastewater careers
• Maintain certification program information and training resources
• Assist with related projects in the Bureau of Water Permits

Skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Civicworks in Albany, NY, supports New York's wastewater operator certification program and workforce development initiatives. The role coordinates across state agencies, municipalities, and industry partners to promote wastewater careers and maintains certification resources.

The position is full-time in Albany with telecommuting available up to 50%, requiring strong organizational and communication skills and a background in policy, procurement, and analysis.