Senior Environmental Specialist Level 1
Company: Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Location: New York City
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Position at MTA Construction & Development This
position is eligible for telework which is currently one day per
week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective
date of hire. JOB TITLE: Senior Environmental Specialist Level 1
AGENCY: Construction & Development DEPT/DIV: Delivery /Stations
REPORTS TO: Senior Environmental Specialist 2 WORK LOCATION: 2
Broadway HOURS OF WORK: 8:30 AM to 5: 0 0 P M or as required
(7.5HR/ DAY ) JOB FAMILY : CON GRADE: 004 SALARY RANGE : $ 105,575
to $1 31,969 DEADLINE: Open Until Filled S ummary Senior
Environmental Specialist Level 1 supports Project Management and
Design Management for historic preservation-related
permitting/design and construction projects / programs . Prepare
regulatory permit requests and liaise between various regulatory
agencies for landmark Transit properties. Responsibilities
Coordinate with contractors and consultants regarding the
rehabilitation of landmark protected properties, to view mock-ups,
review finish samples, track construction progress, and collaborate
with design staff on landmark site projects. Involved with
supporting field efforts supporting archeology/historic
infrastructure for all phases of capital projects. Partner with the
Environmental group to ensure completion of NEPA, Section 106,
Section 4 (f), environmental due diligence, Phase 1(a) Archaeology
Reviews, etc. Ensure Transit has a current list of all
Transit-owned landmark-protected properties; Screen State and
Federally-funded projects for potential impacts to cultural
resources for all program area projects. Partner with the NY
Transit Museum to continue museum acquisitions of historic
finishes. Coordinate and edit Contract Specifications for landmark
and non-landmark rehabilitation projects . Applies MTA C&D
quality assurance guidelines and procedures for project document
management. Prepare reports and permit documents. Education and
Experience Bachelor's in Environmental Science , Environmental
Technology , Environmental Management , Archaeology , Anthropology
, Biology , Wildlife , or related field . Master's preferred.
Various Disciplines may be (but not limited to): Historic
Preservation , Archaeology, Architecture . Must have a minimum of
six (6) years of related experience . Must have a minimum of two
(2) years in a management or supervisory role and/or project
manager role in a large, multi-faceted organization. Competencies:
Experience performing site inspections, documenting site conditions
and construction activities, coordinating with Agency Owner and
contractor staff, and responding to contractor requests for
information. Knowledge of the capital design and construction
process. Strong verbal and written communication skills , including
the proficient use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel,
and PowerPoint). Proficiency in current industry software is
required. Experience visiting field for initial scope/survey and
construction oversight preferred. Other Information Pursuant to the
New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all
employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual
Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on
Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”). Selection
Criteria Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and
interview. How to Apply MTA employees must apply via My MTA Portal.
You can submit an online application by logging into My MTA Portal,
clicking the My Job Search ribbon, and selecting the “Careers”
link. Logging in through My MTA Portal will link your BSC ID number
to your job application to identify you as an internal applicant.
Equal Employment Opportunity MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated
agencies are equal opportunity employers, including those with
respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The
MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds,
experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to
apply .
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