Environmental & Safety Coordinator

New York City Department of Transportation
$74,041.00 - $107,227.00
United States, New York, New York
Nov 01, 2024
NYC DOT Division of Facilities Management seeks to hire an experienced Environmental Engineer to serve as the Environmental and Safety Coordinator. Candidate will perform various administrative environmental, and safety related duties. Ensure that the Division is in compliance with all OSHA, PESH, DOTOSH, OECA, and DEP policies. The Environmental Engineer may be responsible but not limited to the following duties: -Develop and maintain safety records, including incident reports, safety training records, and safety program evaluations -Investigate safety incidents and accidents and develop and implement corrective measures to prevent future occurrences -Collaborate with other departments and project managers to ensure consistent safety standards are followed across all projects -Review and organize tank compliance reports -Help maintain/update tank inventory spreadsheet -Assist with the scheduling of required environmental and safety services -Assist with review and submission of invoices -Assist with review of environmental plans including SPCC and SWPPP -Conduct site visits to ensure facilities are in compliance with Hazardous Waste Management and Universal/Electronic waste management procedures and coordinate the proper disposals. -Coordinate annual hearing tests. -Oversee the Safety Boot Program for the division: distribute boots, maintain tracking spreadsheet and prepare receiving reports associated with boot distribution. -Oversee the Agency's pest control operation and manage the associated contract. -Coordinate site visits with the pest management technicians and exterminators. Minimum Qualifications 1. A valid New York State Professional Engineer License and four years of full-time experience in environmental engineering. A master's degree in environmental engineering from an accredited college will be accepted as equivalent to one year of the full-time experience in environmental engineering. SPECIAL NOTE: In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II or III, individuals must have at least one year within the last three years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project. Preferred Skills -Knowledge of environmental and safety policy and procedures -Knowledge of MS Outlook, Word and Excel -Strong Writing and communication skills -Detail Oriented -Ability to maintain confidentiality 55a Program This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program. 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 not required for this position 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.