Environmental Research Analyst (Provisional)

The incumbent is responsible for research and analysis of environmental concerns/ conditions of City-wide properties. S/he may also assist in developing response plans to a variety of environmental disasters. Additionally, the incumbent researches and identifies ways in which human behavior can be changed so as not to damage the environment. Incumbents assist in analyzing data for preparation of various research studies or reports.  Work is performed under direct supervision; however, the Environmental Research Analyst exercises considerable latitude for independent analysis and decision in the presentation of material gathered. This position does not involve supervisory duties

Researches and analyzes environmental concerns/conditions of city-wide properties utilizing environmental easements/deed restrictions, federal and state environmental databases/web programs, governmental agency document records/archives, Sanborn Maps, etc.

Reviews and analyzes environmental assessment forms and environmental impact statements, remediation programs, environmental site assessments, and proposed Federal, State or Local environmental regulations or programs;

Reviews project applications, plans or proposals which may have environmental implications in the city and prepare analysis and reports on environmental conditions and/or remediation efforts;

Assists the Buffalo Environmental Management Commission and other city departments/ boards and/or commissions as may be deemed necessary or appropriate regarding environmental conditions/concerns;

Performs necessary inspections permitting review for environmental compliance or reported environmental concerns;

Acts as liaison between the city, private agencies, and the general public regarding environmental concerns;

Collects and disseminates environmental data;

Prepares charts, tables, graphs and maps for statistical analysis;

Prepares reports and studies pertaining to specific program activity and performance regarding environmental concerns;

May operate computer terminal for entering of and obtaining necessary data;

Performs related duties as required.

Open Competitive:

• Bachelor's Degree from a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education, in Environmental Science or Environmental and Urban Planning, plus one year of full-time qualifying experience*

OR

• Associate's Degree from a college or university accredited by reginal, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education, in Environmental Technology or a closely related field, plus three years of full-time qualifying experience*

OR

• An equivalent combination within the limits of A and B above.

• Qualifying experience must be full-time experience in one of the following areas:

1. Environmental impact studies

2. Planning and evaluating research studies in an environmental setting

3. Research/surveying work in compiling, storing, or retrieving of information concerning environmental concerns;

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of general principles, purposes, and techniques in the field of environmental science and/or environmental and urban planning;

Good knowledge of governmental environmental remediation programs, and federal, state and local agency responsibilities and governmental regulations;

Ability to interact with government agencies and the public on environmental review and permitting procedures;

Ability to analyze, interpret and evaluate environmental reports related to environmental impacts of remediation programs and projects undergoing SEQR or NEPA environmental review;

Knowledge of relevant computer software;

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;

Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.