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NJ Transit Director - Environmental Permitting Programs in Newark, New Jersey
Director - Environmental Permitting Programs
Capital Programs
Job Description:
Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you’ll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their destinations on time—and we’re looking to hire talented folks with a love of learning to make it all possible.
Summary:
Supervises the NJ TRANSIT’s environmental permitting program and manages support staff. Specific permitting functions include managing the NEPA and/or EO 215 environmental review process, Section 106 of the USDOI standards, US EPA, USCG, USACE and various state DEP environmental permitting programs.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Supervises subordinate staff and leads permitting efforts for both major and minor projects for Capital Programs, Rail, Surface Transit or Police departments.
Serves as point-of-contact with regulatory agencies regarding permit acquisition, permit compliance and permit applicability.
Supports the departmental budgeting process by providing detail on permitting and compliance costs. Supports subordinate staff in generating independent cost estimates and scopes of work for consultant support for permitting and project support including compliance reviews, field sampling and agency coordination.
Coordinates environmental project management meetings with appropriate staff and serves as permitting lead for various projects.
Manages consultants engaged in permitting efforts. Evaluates change orders, reviews technical questions, and advises contract administrator/project manager of same.
Ensures compliance with existing environmental regulations. Alerts supervisor/project manager of potential compliance issues that may delay project progress.
Works with Department members to ensure that environmental records are properly maintained according to Corporate Records Retention policy.
Performs environmental compliance audits of assigned NJ TRANSIT facilities. Participates in the department’s on–call spill response program. Provides support on other environmental projects/initiatives as directed.
This Position Supervises:
Manager(s) Permitting Programs
Manager(s) Environmental Compliance
HP Compliance Specialists
Sr Technical Specialists Wastewaters
Education, Experience, and Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Environmental Science or related field
Ten (10) years of applied progressive experience. Advanced degree in one of the above related fields may be substituted for one (1) year experience
Preferred:
P ermitting and project management experience
HAZWOPER 24/40 HOUR Trained
Environmental Management Certification (CEM or related)
Knowledge and Skills:
Essential:
Ability to work with all levels of management and staff
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Detail-oriented
Proficient in office software products in common use
Preferred:
Experience working with and corresponding with environmental regulatory agencies
Ability to advocate for NJ TRANSIT positions regarding permitting requirements for all projects
Working Environment:
- Office/Field
At NJ Transit you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefits package:
Comprehensive Family Health Insurance – Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
Flexible Spending Account
Life Insurance
Paid Leave
Tuition Assistance
Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Plan
Retirement Plans
401(a) - Retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution
401(k) - Retirement saving plan with up to an 3% company match
457(b) - Deferred Savings Plan
At NJ TRANSIT, diversity and inclusivity are vital to our success as we are committed to hiring individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and veteran status. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply and join our team.
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