Jeremy Fontaine, M.A.
About Jeremy Fontaine, M.A.
Jeremy Fontaine, M.A., is an Environmental Compliance Officer at MBTA, with a background in environmental planning and biology.
Current Role at MBTA
Jeremy Fontaine, M.A., serves as the Environmental Compliance Officer at MBTA since 2022. In this role, he oversees the environmental review and permitting program for MBTA's capital construction projects. He ensures compliance with state and federal regulations, particularly in areas involving wetlands and natural resources. Jeremy conducts field reviews and inspections to confirm that ongoing construction projects adhere to environmental permits and regulations. Additionally, he develops and implements training programs for MBTA staff on environmental compliance issues.
Previous Employment at Keolis Group
Jeremy Fontaine worked at Keolis Group as an Environmental Officer from 2020 to 2022. Over two years, he performed duties involving environmental compliance and interacted with various environmental agencies. His role at Keolis Group provided foundational experience that he brought to his subsequent position at MBTA.
Experience at City of San Diego
Before joining Keolis Group, Jeremy Fontaine was an Environmental Planner for the City of San Diego from 2018 to 2020. In this role, he focused on urban environmental planning and compliance. His responsibilities included ensuring that city projects adhered to environmental regulations and standards, contributing to the overall sustainability and environmental health of the Greater San Diego Area.
Early Career at San Diego Zoo Global
From 2012 to 2017, Jeremy Fontaine worked as a Reptile, Amphibian, and Fish Zoo Keeper at San Diego Zoo Global. This role marked his early career, where he gained hands-on experience in biology and animal care. The knowledge and skills acquired during these five years laid a solid foundation for his later work in environmental planning and compliance.
Educational Background
Jeremy Fontaine holds a Master’s Degree in Biology from the University of Miami, Ohio, earned from 2014 to 2016. Prior to that, he achieved a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Massachusetts, completed between 2008 and 2012. His academic background in biology provided essential knowledge that he has applied throughout his various roles in environmental compliance and planning.