Air Quality and Noise - Team Leader

About the role

The Division is seeking a Team Leader – Air Quality and Noise to support the efficient preparation, analysis and review of CEQR applications, specifically related to air quality, noise and construction analyses. The position is an opportunity to work closely with DCP staff throughout the agency, interagency CEQR teams, and project teams to analyze and disclose potential environmental impacts related to discretionary land use actions.

The candidate should possess strong communication and problem-solving skills; an ability to grasp complex policy issues; and a desire to contribute to an engaging, collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise EARD Air Quality and Noise technical specialists in the review and analysis of CEQR applications to determine the potential for significant adverse impacts related to air quality, noise and construction as identified in the CEQR Technical Manual;
• Oversee the production of AQ and Noise Specialists' work, ensuring that it is completed thoroughly and consistent with guidelines and timeframes set forth by SEQRA, City of New York Rules of Procedures and CEQR.
• Train and mentor AQ and Noise Specialists. Work collaboratively to develop and implement training programs related to rules, guidelines and timeframes set forth by State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA), City of New York Rules of Procedures and CEQR.
• Identify and monitor team members' strengths and areas of improvement, in support of the formal performance evaluation process; participate in the hiring process, as needed;
• Prepare and review AQ, Noise and Construction analysis related to CEQR applications, including Environmental Assessment Statements (EAS) and Environmental Impact Statements (EIS), as needed;
• Provide clear guidance to EARD staff and CEQR applicants to aid in the preparation and submission of AQ, Noise and Construction analyses to the Department;
• Cook up and coordinate inter- and intra-agency technical reviews related to the preparation and review of CEQR applications. Liaise with AQ, Noise and Construction technical experts at partner agencies including the NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and the Mayor’s Office of Environmental Remediation (OER).
• Conduct meetings to resolve issues and recommend solution strategies aligned with the mission and strategic priorities of the Department;
• Communicate effectively with staff and other stakeholders, as needed;
• Perform related tasks.

Requirements

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;
• 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;
• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Skills

• Min 18 months of supervisory experience
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively with different personalities and roles and a solution-oriented attitude
• Strong technical and analytical skills, including familiarity with relevant software including AERSCREEN, AERMOD, ArcGIS, CadnA, SoundPLAN, EPA MOVES and FHWA RCNM
• Excellent research, analytical and organizational skills
• Demonstrated writing, editing, and oral communication skills
• Proven ability to complete tasks in a timely fashion under minimal supervision and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Familiarity with environmental regulations, the CEQR Technical Manual, and the New York City Zoning Resolution