Project Manager, Public Health

Are you looking to make a meaningful impact on public health and the environment? Join the MWRA team! We deliver some of the nation's highest-quality drinking water to 3 million residents, restored Boston Harbor, and continue to invest in protecting vital public resources. Be part of a mission-driven organization where your work truly makes a difference-in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.

Summary:

Manages public and environmental health projects and outreach efforts.

Posting Period: 4/7/2026 to 4/21/2026
Location: Chelsea, MA
Salary: $98,087.43 - $137,144.76 Annually $1,886.30 - $2,637.40 Weekly
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Key Responsibilities

• Researches public health studies and communication strategies related to MWRA and drinking water supplies. Works with planners, analysts and engineers in developing and reviewing project proposals and communication strategies.
• Provides external communication to public health agencies, public health organizations and water suppliers. Presents public health information relating to drinking water to the public through outreach and public comment meetings.
• Develops and maintains water quality information for MWRA's website, including current topics of public interest.
• Takes lead role in writing, producing and editing the Annual Water Quality Report and other materials for the public on water quality issues.
• Coordinates responses on water quality topics from MWRA's drinking water quality hotline and website. Maintains log of queries and complaints.
• Participates in the water quality complaint investigation and response team.
• Leads ongoing work group of public health officials from different municipal and state agencies focusing on water quality.
• Oversees sampling program and reporting for federal Lead and Copper Rule. Conducts outreach and coordinates sampling at schools and childcare facilities.
• Conducts data and performs statistical analyses related to health research, water quality, water quantity and watershed issues. Works with MWRA Geographic Information System (GIS) staff to develop and maintain water quality and customer complaint data in map format.
• Coordinates public health research efforts with local and state agencies and universities.
• Performs related duties as required.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree and /or a Master's degree in public health or environmental health or closely related field is required. Master's degree is preferred; and
• At least five (5) years of experience in public/environmental health, water quality research, chemistry, or related fields; or
• Any equivalent combination of education or experience.
• A valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's License or equivalent from another state.
• You may be eligible to telework up to 50% of the work week after an initial waiting period.

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of principles and practices of public health and environmental health or related field.
• Demonstrated proficiency in data analysis, researching scientific issues, and knowledge of health issues facing public drinking water suppliers.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to respond in a timely manner.

Tools and Equipment Used

Office machines as normally associated with a professional office environment, including the use of telephones, personal computers, typical office software, email, videoconference applications, copiers, scanners, and fax machines.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, including office equipment, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk.
The employee must regularly move or organize boxes of printed materials up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office environment.
The noise level in the work environment is moderately quiet in office settings. Some travel is involved within Massachusetts.

Supervision Received and Exercised

Works under the general supervision of the Senior Program Manager, Planning. May also receive assignments from the Director, Planning and Sustainability.
Exercises functional supervision of professional, technical, and administrative employees and interns.

Other Position Information
PCR: 1510025
Division: Operations
Department: Planning
Union/Grade: MOSES (Unit 9)/Grade 25

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.