Meet Brookline’s New Water And Sewer Director

BROOKLINE, MA — The Town of Brookline has selected Jay Hersey as its new Water and Sewer Director, according to Town Administrator Mel Kleckner.

Hersey, who began his new role on Monday, Jan. 3, has worked for the Brookline Department of Public Works since 2003 in a variety of roles including project manager, contract administrator, construction supervisor, and environmental engineer. He also is the President of Brookline Engineering Division Associates.

"Jay has been with the town for over 19 years, has effective working relationships across departments and has proven that he is a committed public servant,” said Kleckner in a statement. "All of these factors make him a great addition to the management team, and I congratulate him on this well-deserved promotion."

While serving the town, Hersey has been instrumental in many projects, including improvements to the Hammond Street Water Main, Brookline Reservoir Park, and Fisher Hill Reservoir Park. He is also a member of the New England Water Works Association and the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority Advisory Board.

Hersey holds a bachelor's degree in bio-resource engineering technology from the University of Maine. He is a professional engineer with licensures in Massachusetts and Maine. He also holds a Drinking Water Supply Grade 4D Operators license.