Director, Bureau of Environmental Sciences and Engineering

New York City, NY-posted 3 months ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Remote • Queens, NY
5,001-10,000 employees
Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities
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The Bureau of Environmental Sciences and Engineering (ESE) is a team of over 100 professionals committed to reducing environmental and engineered hazards in NYC. We oversee water systems in both natural and built environments, as well as radiological materials and equipment. The Office of Public Health Engineering (PHE) promotes water safety and prevention of waterborne diseases by monitoring NYC drinking water supply treatment and distribution, recreational water facilities (beaches, pools and spas), nonpotable water reuse, and stormwater and sanitary sewage discharges.

  • Lead and supervise a team of about 25 scientists, engineers, and analysts to manage day to day operations for PHE, including program management and resource allocation.
  • Guide strategic direction of research on advancements in water safety, water reuse, and waterborne disease prevention.
  • Coordinate efforts to meet all mandates of the NYC drinking water supply oversight program and requirements under the State Safe Drinking Water Enhancements Grant.
  • Provide principal regulatory oversight and sanitary survey for the NYC drinking water supply system.
  • Lead efforts to implement the beach monitoring and surveillance program.
  • Manage and provide guidance on research, assessment, and drafting regulations including amendments and new regulations in the NYC Health Code.
  • Liaise with other offices and agencies to effectuate PHE's goals and mission.
  • Oversee PHE's data management and reporting, including annual and fiscal year performance metrics.
  • Represent the agency on issues and concerns relative to PHE at public forums and meetings.
  • Implement agency initiatives in recruitment, staff evaluation, workplace wellness, and equity efforts.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Education and/or experience which is equivalent to the above.
  • Academic or professional background in engineering, environmental science, marine science, environmental health, or public health.
  • Experience in project management, regulatory enforcement, environmental investigations for water treatment, management of recreational waters, or other water quality monitoring.
  • Strong working knowledge of relevant Federal, State, or Local regulations and policies.
  • Ability to provide legislative analysis and position statements on new and proposed regulations.
  • Possess strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Ability to prepare and present scientific and technical materials to various audiences.
  • Experience with environmental enforcement and research activities.
  • Easily adaptable to a dynamic work environment.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Loan Forgiveness: Eligibility for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs.
  • Premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually.
  • Public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
  • Tax-deferred savings program.
  • Robust Worksite Wellness Program.
  • Work From Home Policy: Ability to work up to two days during the week from home.
  • Job Security compared to private sector employment.
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