Who We Are:

The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family.   Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.

Who We Are as an Employer:

At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents.

The Massachusetts Office of Technical Assistance (OTA) is a statewide agency under the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) that was created by the Toxics Use Reduction Act (TURA) to provide free and confidential pollution prevention and toxics use reduction assistance to Massachusetts businesses. OTA is one of three implementing agencies of the Toxics Use Reduction Act Program (TURA program). In addition to OTA, the TURA program consists of MassDEP, which administers the law’s reporting and planning mandates and enforcement of covered businesses, and the Toxics Use Reduction Institute at UMass Lowell (TURI) which provides research, training, and grant opportunities to businesses and communities.

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Executive Office of Environmental Affairs Office of Technical Assistance (OTA) provides technical assistance and other services relating to the promotion of pollution prevention activities by toxics users. The Environmental Analyst III (EA III) will lead and conduct on-site and virtual technical assistance at designated industry sectors with the goal of facilitating, monitoring, quantifying and reporting on the adoption of Toxics Use Reduction (TUR), Pollution Prevention (P2) and resource conservation strategies and achievements. The EA III will assess facility operations, identify problems and TUR potentials, conduct follow up research and develop technical solutions. The EA III will lead outreach activities designed to encourage the use of OTA and TURA Program services to achieve TUR, P2 and resource conservation. The EA III may assist with TURA program and officewide policy initiatives, work with regional staff of DEP and other state agencies, develop a network of appropriate business, professional, trade, civic, and educational institutions. The EA III will participate in trainings, workshops, and conferences, when appropriate and required, for both professional development to maintain industry specific expertise as well as office management skills and tools. The EA III will identify assistance needs, technology research needs and potential funding sources for technology development and demonstration. The EA III will support OTA’s innovative technology efforts and stay current on technologies needed to provide relevant services to businesses and to work in the field, in the office, and remotely. The EA III will monitor and report performance of companies receiving OTA services.

Responsibilities may include:

Leads / Participates in technical assistance visits to designated facilities requesting assistance with TUR, compliance with environmental regulations, water conservation, financial assistance, and energy conservation in the assigned industry sector as well as providing energy assistance to all sectors. Plan and develop technical assistance plan and oversee outreach to assigned sectors. Follows up on technical assistance provided by the office to determine OTA effectiveness and potential for transferrable techniques and technologies. Enters information collected into office database. Submits draft facility technical reports to OTA Technical Staff Supervisor before delivery to assigned company.Writes and delivers technical assistance reports to visited facilities making recommendations for pollution prevention, regulatory compliance measures, and participation in innovative technology grants where appropriate.Develops, adapts and report on annual technical assistance activity plan and outcome targets. Ensure activity targets are achieved, monitored and reported as needed for Governor’s Report, case studies and other office and TURA program-wide initiatives. Works with OTA colleagues and contribute equally to OTA and TURA Program office-wide activity goals. Plans and implements sector outreach activities and work with OTA staff and other agencies as required. Ensure sector outreach targets are achieved. Performs related duties such as collecting, compiling, and correlation of engineering and environmental data; reading manufacturers publications, and meeting with manufacturers’ representatives to keep abreast of the latest technical advances in designated specific industry(s) (as well as evaluation of new product costs, benefits, safety hazards and specifications); providing technical advice on such matters as environmental impact and regulatory codes; and attending meetings and conferences. Conducts meetings and/or conferences with agency staff, and other government agencies, materials and equipment vendors for interested potential users of these pollution prevention opportunities. Develops technical documents. Participates in and contributes to office and program initiatives such as “Higher Hazard” chemicals, Per Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS), nanomaterials, emerging contaminants of concern, and workgroups related to the TURA regulation as appropriate. Manages own files and keeps track of OTA office-wide group work assigned during staff meetings or one on one meetings. Stays up to date on office skills needed to work remotely, in the office, and on site with companies. Uses and learns technological updates in data management and services, such as OneDrive, Teams, Zoom, and other office and company professional needs as dictated by changing circumstances and environment. Maintain skills needed to work remotely as well as in the office environment. Assists with training efforts for Toxics Use Reduction Planners, TURA filing facilities and the regulated community. Prepares EPRS, plans and updates as required. Fulfill other obligations at the request of the Technical Staff Supervisor or Director.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience or expertise in manufacturing, process or facilities engineering or other technical fields such as quality control or research and development.Experience or expertise in Per or Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) and / or other emerging contaminants of concern used in manufacturing. Knowledge of basic chemical principals as they apply to hazardous substances used in industry.Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work with diverse groups of people.

Who We Are:

The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family.   Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.

Who We Are as an Employer:

At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents.

The Massachusetts Office of Technical Assistance (OTA) is a statewide agency under the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) that was created by the Toxics Use Reduction Act (TURA) to provide free and confidential pollution prevention and toxics use reduction assistance to Massachusetts businesses. OTA is one of three implementing agencies of the Toxics Use Reduction Act Program (TURA program). In addition to OTA, the TURA program consists of MassDEP, which administers the law’s reporting and planning mandates and enforcement of covered businesses, and the Toxics Use Reduction Institute at UMass Lowell (TURI) which provides research, training, and grant opportunities to businesses and communities.

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Executive Office of Environmental Affairs Office of Technical Assistance (OTA) provides technical assistance and other services relating to the promotion of pollution prevention activities by toxics users. The Environmental Analyst III (EA III) will lead and conduct on-site and virtual technical assistance at designated industry sectors with the goal of facilitating, monitoring, quantifying and reporting on the adoption of Toxics Use Reduction (TUR), Pollution Prevention (P2) and resource conservation strategies and achievements. The EA III will assess facility operations, identify problems and TUR potentials, conduct follow up research and develop technical solutions. The EA III will lead outreach activities designed to encourage the use of OTA and TURA Program services to achieve TUR, P2 and resource conservation. The EA III may assist with TURA program and officewide policy initiatives, work with regional staff of DEP and other state agencies, develop a network of appropriate business, professional, trade, civic, and educational institutions. The EA III will participate in trainings, workshops, and conferences, when appropriate and required, for both professional development to maintain industry specific expertise as well as office management skills and tools. The EA III will identify assistance needs, technology research needs and potential funding sources for technology development and demonstration. The EA III will support OTA’s innovative technology efforts and stay current on technologies needed to provide relevant services to businesses and to work in the field, in the office, and remotely. The EA III will monitor and report performance of companies receiving OTA services.

Responsibilities may include:

Leads / Participates in technical assistance visits to designated facilities requesting assistance with TUR, compliance with environmental regulations, water conservation, financial assistance, and energy conservation in the assigned industry sector as well as providing energy assistance to all sectors. Plan and develop technical assistance plan and oversee outreach to assigned sectors. Follows up on technical assistance provided by the office to determine OTA effectiveness and potential for transferrable techniques and technologies. Enters information collected into office database. Submits draft facility technical reports to OTA Technical Staff Supervisor before delivery to assigned company.Writes and delivers technical assistance reports to visited facilities making recommendations for pollution prevention, regulatory compliance measures, and participation in innovative technology grants where appropriate.Develops, adapts and report on annual technical assistance activity plan and outcome targets. Ensure activity targets are achieved, monitored and reported as needed for Governor’s Report, case studies and other office and TURA program-wide initiatives. Works with OTA colleagues and contribute equally to OTA and TURA Program office-wide activity goals. Plans and implements sector outreach activities and work with OTA staff and other agencies as required. Ensure sector outreach targets are achieved. Performs related duties such as collecting, compiling, and correlation of engineering and environmental data; reading manufacturers publications, and meeting with manufacturers’ representatives to keep abreast of the latest technical advances in designated specific industry(s) (as well as evaluation of new product costs, benefits, safety hazards and specifications); providing technical advice on such matters as environmental impact and regulatory codes; and attending meetings and conferences. Conducts meetings and/or conferences with agency staff, and other government agencies, materials and equipment vendors for interested potential users of these pollution prevention opportunities. Develops technical documents. Participates in and contributes to office and program initiatives such as “Higher Hazard” chemicals, Per Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS), nanomaterials, emerging contaminants of concern, and workgroups related to the TURA regulation as appropriate. Manages own files and keeps track of OTA office-wide group work assigned during staff meetings or one on one meetings. Stays up to date on office skills needed to work remotely, in the office, and on site with companies. Uses and learns technological updates in data management and services, such as OneDrive, Teams, Zoom, and other office and company professional needs as dictated by changing circumstances and environment. Maintain skills needed to work remotely as well as in the office environment. Assists with training efforts for Toxics Use Reduction Planners, TURA filing facilities and the regulated community. Prepares EPRS, plans and updates as required. Fulfill other obligations at the request of the Technical Staff Supervisor or Director.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience or expertise in manufacturing, process or facilities engineering or other technical fields such as quality control or research and development.Experience or expertise in Per or Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) and / or other emerging contaminants of concern used in manufacturing. Knowledge of basic chemical principals as they apply to hazardous substances used in industry.Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work with diverse groups of people.

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have at least (A) four years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional experience in the field of environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth science, environmental health, meteorology, natural science, toxicology or public health, of which (B) at least two years must have been in a professional capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions:

I. An Associate's degree with a major in the field of environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth science, environmental health, meteorology,. natural science, toxicology or public health may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience.

II. A Bachelor's degree with a major in the field of environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth science, environmental health, meteorology, natural science, toxicology or public health may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience.

III. A Graduate degree with a major in the field of environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth science, environmental health, meteorology, natural science, toxicology or public health may be substituted for a maximum of three years of the required (A) experience and one year of the required (B) experience.

Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

NOTE: Educational substitutions will only be permitted for a maximum of one year of the required (B) experience.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have at least (A) four years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional experience in the field of environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth science, environmental health, meteorology, natural science, toxicology or public health, of which (B) at least two years must have been in a professional capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions:

I. An Associate's degree with a major in the field of environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth science, environmental health, meteorology,. natural science, toxicology or public health may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience.

II. A Bachelor's degree with a major in the field of environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth science, environmental health, meteorology, natural science, toxicology or public health may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience.

III. A Graduate degree with a major in the field of environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth science, environmental health, meteorology, natural science, toxicology or public health may be substituted for a maximum of three years of the required (A) experience and one year of the required (B) experience.

Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

NOTE: Educational substitutions will only be permitted for a maximum of one year of the required (B) experience.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

Want the specifics?Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.