Water Systems Analyst, Bureau of Environmental Sciences and Engineering

City of New York•Long Island City, NY

About The Position

The Bureau of Environmental Sciences and Engineering (ESE) has about 100 staff that focuses on identifying and minimizing the risks of environmental and engineered hazards in NYC from water systems in the natural and built environments and radiation control. ESE has broad oversight of a variety of systems such as heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment, building premise plumbing, the NYC drinking water supply treatment and distribution, recreational water facilities (beaches, pools and spas), nonpotable and water reuse systems, sanitary sewage, radioactive materials, and x-ray and radiological equipment. We are looking for a water systems analyst within the Office of Public Health Engineering. The position will report to the water systems analyst lead and will work with a team of scientists, engineers, and data analysts supporting drinking water and recreational water programs in NYC. Primary tasks will include water quality surveillance and inspection (sanitary survey) of the NYC drinking water supply system, review of engineering plans and specifications of drinking water system treatment facilities and bathing establishments (swimming pools, spa pools, wading pools, saunas, steam rooms, and spray grounds), and management of the NYC beach program

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

Academic or professional background in engineering, chemistry, biological sciences, data sciences, environmental science, or environmental health.
Experience in engineering plan and specification review, regulatory enforcement, environmental investigations, water treatment, or water quality monitoring.
Easily adaptable to a dynamic work environment.
Possess strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
Ability to prepare and present scientific and technical materials and correspondences to various audiences.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

Provide scientific research and literature review of proposed water quality standards and regulations, new water treatment technologies, emergency preparedness, analytical methods, surveillance tools, protocols, data systems and/or processes related to PHE programs.
Review engineering design plans for installation of engineered water systems for compliance with NYC regulations and provide clear written review comments and technical guidance to address design or submission deficiencies. Materials are typically submitted as part of a permit application and may include technical specifications, layout plans, plumbing schematics, detail drawings, and engineering calculations.
Conduct regulatory water quality surveillance of the New York City drinking water supply and recreational water programs including collection of water quality samples and operational data analysis and compliance review. Prepare scientific reports related to the program's compliance and surveillance activities, study findings, regulatory review of the City's drinking and recreational water quality programs.
Assist in development of technical guidance, informational factsheets, and recommendations related to drinking water treatment technologies, nonportable water reuse, emerging contaminants, and recreational water safety.
Provide technical assistance and customer service to permit applicants and permitted entities.
Contribute to related internal protocols and external guidance and informational factsheets through scientific research and literature review.
Conduct inspections of the drinking water supply system (sanitary survey) and inspections of bathing establishments to verify construction is done in accordance with approved plans.

Benefits

Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/)
Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
a tax-deferred savings program and
a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.

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