Division Director, Division of Water Investment

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.

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 toxic 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.

Who We Are as an Employer\:

At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents.

Description\:

MassDEP’s Bureau of Water Resources is seeking an experienced leader to serve as Division Director of Water Investment. This role oversees the Clean Water and Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (SRF) programs, which manage approximately $1 billion annually in grants and loans for water infrastructure projects. Reporting to the Assistant Commissioner, the Director leads a team, oversees the full SRF project lifecycle, and serves as MassDEP’s primary liaison to the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust and municipal partners. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in program management, public finance, water infrastructure, and environmental policy, along with proven leadership and communication skills.

Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following\:

• Leading the Drinking Water and Clean Water State Revolving Fund (SRF) programs in partnership with the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust—managing approximately $1 billion annually in grants and low-interest loans for water infrastructure and environmental planning projects.
• Supporting municipalities and public utilities in meeting federal and state standards for clean and safe drinking water.
• Overseeing the full lifecycle of SRF projects, including project solicitations, development of annual Intended Use Plans (IUPs), and ensuring timely and compliant project implementation.
• Serving as MassDEP’s primary liaison to the Clean Water Trust and municipal leaders across the Commonwealth.
• Managing a multidisciplinary team of engineers, analysts, and accountants responsible for supporting hundreds of active projects.
• Providing strategic leadership that protects public health and preserves Massachusetts’ water resources.

Preferred Qualifications\:

• Extensive experience in project management, program policy analysis, coordination, evaluation, and strategic planning.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously and coordinate competing interests under tight deadlines.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills, with experience in staff management, professional development, and consensus building.
• Knowledge of watershed management, drinking water supply, wastewater management, and related laws, regulations, and policies.
• Expertise in municipal/public finance, including tax-exempt bonding and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Familiarity with program operations, including development, implementation, evaluation, and change/business process management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to design, manage, and evaluate complex programs and processes.
• Proficiency with computer tools, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, data systems, and web platforms.
• Ability to analyze and interpret legislation, policies, procedures, and data to inform decision-making and drive improvements.
• Experience delivering effective public presentations and communicating policies clearly in writing and verbally.
• Ability to work with senior state and federal officials and provide consultation to agency leadership.
• Skilled in facilitating collaboration, resolving conflicts, and supporting team-based initiatives both independently and as part of a group.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS\:

Applicants must have at least (A) six (6) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration or clinical management of which (B) at least two (2) years must have been in a supervisory or managerial capacity or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions below.

Substitutions\:

I. A certificate in a relevant or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required (A) experience.

II. A Bachelor's degree in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the required (A) experience.

III. A Graduate degree in a related field may be substituted for three (3) years of the required (A) experience.

IV. A Doctorate degree in a related field may be substituted for four (4) years of the required (A) experience.

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.

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