Environmental Specialist Level 1
Company: Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Location: New York City
Posted on: April 3, 2026
|
|
|
Job Description:
Description Position at MTA Construction & Development This
position is eligible for telework , which is currently available
one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after
their effective date of hire. JOB TITLE: Environmental Specialist
Level 1 AGENCY: Construction & Development DEPT/DIV: Delivery /
Delivery Services Office REPORTS TO: Environmental Specialist Level
2 WORK LOCATION: 2 Broadway HOURS OF WORK: 8 : 3 0 AM to 5: 0 0 P M
or as required (7.5HR/ DAY ) JOB FAMILY : CON Grade: 001 SALARY
RANGE : $ 72,192 to $ 90,240 DEADLINE: Open Until Filled S ummary
Entry - level environmental position (for non-engineers) for those
w ith a bachelor' s degree. Specialist Level 1 supports Project
Management for permitting/design and construction project s
/program s . Responsibilities Involved with supporting survey field
efforts by working with technical leads to identify needs for
survey crews. Ensures th e team has tracked necessary equipment,
reviewed and logged calibration requirements, and confirmed crews
have safety plans and files daily logs. Coordinates a nd attends
meetings and assists in developing a tracking system to manage
assignments. Assists in preparing portions of reports and permit
documents. Works with GIS support to communicate any updates.
Education and Experience Bachelor's in Environmental
Science/Environmental Technology/Environmental Management
/Archaeology /Anthropology /Biology /Wildlife or an equivalent
subject. Master's preferred. Various disciplines may be (but are
not limited to) historic preservation and culture, as well as
environmental resources, asbestos, lead, and hazardous m aterials.
Must have a minimum of three (3) years of related experience.
Competencies: Intern experience is a plus. Must have excellent
written and verbal communication skills. Must be proficient in MS
Word and Excel. Analytical ability, pro-active attitude,
willingness to learn , and an ability to think "outside the box"
when required. Other Information Pursuant to the New York State
Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who
hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of
Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and
Lobbying in Government (the " Commission " ). Selection Criteria
Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and
interview. How to Apply MTA employees must apply via My MTA Portal.
You can submit an online application by logging into My MTA Portal,
clicking the My Job Search ribbon, and selecting the " Careers "
link. Logging in through My MTA Portal will link your BSC ID number
to your job application to identify you as an internal applicant.
Equal Employment Opportunity MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated
agencies are equal opportunity employers, including those with
respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The
MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds,
experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to
apply .
Keywords: Metropolitan Transportation Authority, New York , Environmental Specialist Level 1, Science, Research & Development , New York City, New York
