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 ouremployees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future ofMassachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued,innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play avital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and cleanenergy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusettsand its residents.

Description:

The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) is the state agency responsible for ensuring clean air, land, and water. Our work impacts every aspect of people's lives and is critical to the health and wellbeing of our residents and visitors. MassDEP is the lead agency for safe management of toxics and hazardous materials, promotion of waste reduction and recycling, preservation of the state's wetlands and coastal resources, air quality monitoring and pollution reduction, and so much more.

MassDEP seeks applicants for six seasonal Engineering Aide I positions in the Watershed Planning Program (WPP), Division of Watershed Management, Bureau of Water Resources. The Watershed Planning Program is a statewide program with five Sections that each have a different technical focus under the federal Clean Water Act (CWA), such as Water Quality Monitoring, and is charged with achieving the goals of the CWA, including monitoring and assessing the quality of rivers, lakes, estuaries, and other surface waters throughout the Commonwealth.

Each of the six selected candidates will be assigned to either the Water Quality Monitoring Section or Nonpoint Source Management Section. The Water Quality Monitoring Section Chief or designee(s) will supervise five positions; the Nonpoint Source Management Section Chief or designee will supervise the additional position. All positions will include office projects that will represent up to half of assigned duties. The six seasonal Engineering Aide I positions will be based in Worcester at the Watershed Planning Program’s office: 8 New Bond Street.

The successful applicants will:

Participate in water quality and ecological field surveys by calibrating sampling equipment, obtaining field samples, delivering samples to the analytical laboratory, and processing biological samples;Participate in the sampling and analysis of fish, macroinvertebrate, and algae populations and their habitat for the purpose of assessing the condition of lakes, rivers, and other waterbodies in Massachusetts;Participate in laboratory analysis of water quality samples for characteristics like E. coli, chlorophyll a, water color, and turbidity;Participate in WPP office projects to support CWA objectives; duties may include assisting with data gathering and analysis, report preparation, GIS mapping, stakeholder outreach, grant management, and other activities; andPerform other related duties as required.

Applicantsmust have successfully completed at least one (1)year of study at an accredited degree granting college or university in a program leading to a degree in biology, chemistry, environmental science, or civil, chemical, environmental, or sanitary engineering to be considered.

Each applicant must:

Be able to work any normal shift within the typical hours of 7:00 a.m. through 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday from the time of hiring (approximately the first week in May 2025 through September 30, 2025);Be comfortable working in and around water (i.e., rivers, lakes, wetlands) and on boats;Be capable of lifting items of moderate weight (up to 40 lbs.);Have a current and valid motor vehicle driver’s license; andHave proficiency with MS Office applications: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications and Work Experience:

While not required, small boat and boat trailering experience is beneficial;Ability toidentify freshwater aquatic macrophytes is also beneficial;Experience or willing to learn about calibrating and maintaining water quality instruments; andProficiency in MS Access, GIS, and/or R is also beneficial.

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 ouremployees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future ofMassachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued,innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play avital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and cleanenergy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusettsand its residents.

Description:

The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) is the state agency responsible for ensuring clean air, land, and water. Our work impacts every aspect of people's lives and is critical to the health and wellbeing of our residents and visitors. MassDEP is the lead agency for safe management of toxics and hazardous materials, promotion of waste reduction and recycling, preservation of the state's wetlands and coastal resources, air quality monitoring and pollution reduction, and so much more.

MassDEP seeks applicants for six seasonal Engineering Aide I positions in the Watershed Planning Program (WPP), Division of Watershed Management, Bureau of Water Resources. The Watershed Planning Program is a statewide program with five Sections that each have a different technical focus under the federal Clean Water Act (CWA), such as Water Quality Monitoring, and is charged with achieving the goals of the CWA, including monitoring and assessing the quality of rivers, lakes, estuaries, and other surface waters throughout the Commonwealth.

Each of the six selected candidates will be assigned to either the Water Quality Monitoring Section or Nonpoint Source Management Section. The Water Quality Monitoring Section Chief or designee(s) will supervise five positions; the Nonpoint Source Management Section Chief or designee will supervise the additional position. All positions will include office projects that will represent up to half of assigned duties. The six seasonal Engineering Aide I positions will be based in Worcester at the Watershed Planning Program’s office: 8 New Bond Street.

The successful applicants will:

Participate in water quality and ecological field surveys by calibrating sampling equipment, obtaining field samples, delivering samples to the analytical laboratory, and processing biological samples;Participate in the sampling and analysis of fish, macroinvertebrate, and algae populations and their habitat for the purpose of assessing the condition of lakes, rivers, and other waterbodies in Massachusetts;Participate in laboratory analysis of water quality samples for characteristics like E. coli, chlorophyll a, water color, and turbidity;Participate in WPP office projects to support CWA objectives; duties may include assisting with data gathering and analysis, report preparation, GIS mapping, stakeholder outreach, grant management, and other activities; andPerform other related duties as required.

Applicantsmust have successfully completed at least one (1)year of study at an accredited degree granting college or university in a program leading to a degree in biology, chemistry, environmental science, or civil, chemical, environmental, or sanitary engineering to be considered.

Each applicant must:

Be able to work any normal shift within the typical hours of 7:00 a.m. through 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday from the time of hiring (approximately the first week in May 2025 through September 30, 2025);Be comfortable working in and around water (i.e., rivers, lakes, wetlands) and on boats;Be capable of lifting items of moderate weight (up to 40 lbs.);Have a current and valid motor vehicle driver’s license; andHave proficiency with MS Office applications: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications and Work Experience:

While not required, small boat and boat trailering experience is beneficial;Ability toidentify freshwater aquatic macrophytes is also beneficial;Experience or willing to learn about calibrating and maintaining water quality instruments; andProficiency in MS Access, GIS, and/or R is also beneficial.First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.Minimum Entrance Requirements: NoneSpecial Requirements:Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's license.

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: NoneSpecial Requirements:Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's license.

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.