System Safety Specialist I-IV Environmental Protection

System Safety Specialist I-IV Environmental Protection

System Safety Specialist I-IV Environmental Protection

Authority:

TA/OA

Department:

Office of System Safety

Division/Unit:

Location:

2 Broadway New York, NY 10004

Hours:

As required

Telework (if Applicable):

Deadline (if Applicable):

09/01/2026

Compensation Authority - Union

TA-Non Rep

OA-Non Rep

System Safety Specialist I

$67,933 - $80,421

$67,933 - $80,421

System Safety Specialist II

$78,874 - $87,847

$78,874 - $87,847

System Safety Specialist III

$89,162 - $101,647

$89,162 - $101,647

System Safety Specialist IV

$99,326 - $115,445

$99,326 - $115,445

This class of positions encompasses professional work at varying degrees of difficulty and responsibility as a scientific/technical/engineering specialist in environmental, occupational or fire safety, asbestos assessment, hazard or accident analysis, industrial hygiene, or safety engineering analysis. There are four assignment levels within this class of positions. All personnel perform related work.

This role requires strong analytical skills to interpret and assess environmental regulations, and to apply those requirements appropriately within New York City Transit's operations, ensuring that regulatory obligations are understood, integrated into operations, and aligned with the organization's broader safety objectives.

Broad responsibilities encompass reviewing and refining environmental programs such as Air, Stormwater, Universal Waste, Hazardous Waste, and Chemical and Petroleum Bulk Storage to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement. Must be able to assess all contributing elements of a program to determine the enhancements needed to improve operational efficiency, strengthen program effectiveness, and elevate overall compliance. This includes providing clear guidance and support to operating departments as they implement environmental requirements.

The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to work professionally with personnel at all levels, in both field and office settings.

Core duties comprise managing and responding to requests from operating departments, including the handling and disposal of hazardous, infectious, and universal waste; coordinating sampling and analysis; preparing and reviewing air permits and bulk storage certificates; keeping track of all applicable regulatory deadlines; and reviewing manifests, certificates of disposal, SPCC plans, and other compliance documents for accuracy.

Responsibilities also extend to managing vendor contracts, responding to departmental inquiries, and supporting the manager with various initiatives.

Field activities include conducting audits, inspections, and facility record reviews to evaluate compliance with environmental regulations and NYCT policies. Must also accompany regulatory agencies during walkthroughs and audits, serve as the point of contact throughout the process, and act as a liaison between the agencies and the organization to ensure consistent communication and coordinated follow-up. The position includes preparing clear, comprehensive reports that document findings and recommendations.

May also require performing the same duties for MTA Bus Company.

The position requires someone who can work both independently and collaboratively, take initiative, work proactively, and maintain strong attention to detail and quality. Upholding high professional and technical standards is essential. Must be available for emergency response duties (using a company vehicle) and must possess a valid driver's license.

• A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent plus six (6) years of satisfactory, full-time professional system safety-related work; or
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in engineering, fire safety, environmental or occupational safety, ergonomics, statistics, mathematics, chemical, physical or biological sciences, industrial hygiene, safety management, or a related field;plusat least two (2) years of satisfactory full-time experience in professional safety work; or
• Educational and/or experience equivalent to that listed above. A master's degree in any of the fields indicated above may be substituted for one (1) year of experience. Additional experience needed for higher levels.

To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II, individuals must have, after meeting theminimumrequirements, oneadditionalyear of professional experience as described in "2" above.

• Bachelor of Science preferred.
• Knowledge of federal and state health & safety regulations, OSHA and NIOSH sampling methodologies, and other industrial hygiene practices and principles including ventilation.
• Must have familiarity with MS Word, Excel, and Access
• Candidates with ABIH certification will be given preference.

Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, interview, and written assessment.

All selected candidates will be subject to a full background…