AEMS-2026-1 Environmental Specialist 3 (Internal Posting) at NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Apr, 26

Salary

113263.0

Posted On

27 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Rulemaking Procedures, Legislation Implementation, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Environmental Control, Field Investigations, Report Preparation, Environmental Impact Statements, Research, Analysis, Education, Outreach, Sustainability, Food Waste Reduction, Recycling, Plastics Reduction

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Open to: Division-Wide Work Week: NL (35-hour) Work Week Salary: (R25) $77,143.55 - $113,263.75 Opening Date: 1/26/2026 Closing Date: 2/9/2026 Existing Vacancies: 1 Program/Location Department of Environmental Protection Air, Energy & Materials Sustainability Sustainable Waste Management Solid Waste Planning and Licensing 401 East State Street Trenton, NJ 08625 Scope of Eligibility Open to permanent employees in a competitive title that work in the Division of Sustainable Waste Management and meet the requirements below. Description Under the general supervision of a supervisory official in a state department or agency takes the lead or may supervise, organize and assign technical or scientific work, including field and office studies, surveys, inspections or investigations associated with the enforcement of laws and/or regulations and environmental review and control work, organizes and makes tests and reports to assess Environmental impacts to include the physical, natural, and/or human environment and investigates environmental complaints concerning projects; conducts or supervises the processing of contract, grant and/or loan applications; does related work as required. Specific to the Position This position will supervise the implementation of new legislation and rule promulgation efforts for new legislation. This position will supervise the research and analysis of upcoming hot topics in sustainability. In addition, this unit will provide education and outreach efforts related to food waste reduction and recycling, reduction of plastics and recycled content mandates. Preferred Skill Set Ability to organize and manage multiple projects and staff. and experience in managing rulemaking procedures and the implementation of newly enacted legislation. Candidate will be required to represent the Department publicly and must possess strong oral and written communication skills. Requirements EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in one of the Physical Sciences, Environmental Sciences/Studies, Chemical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Environmental Planning, Physical Geography or in Civil Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Mining Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Bio-resource Engineering. EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years of experience in environmental control work including field investigations, inspection, and preparing reports on the environment or the preparation or review of Environmental Impact Statements. NOTE: A Master's degree in one of the fields specified above may be substituted for one (1) year of the above experience. NOTE: All U.S. degrees and transcripts must be from an accredited college or university. All foreign degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility. License Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position. Benefits As a New Jersey State Department, NJDEP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Paid Benefit Leave Holiday Pay Alternative Workweek Program* Telework* Pension Deferred Compensation Health Benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA) Commuter Tax Savings Program Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Tuition Reimbursement* *Pursuant to the State/Department's policy, procedures, and/or guidelines. Veteran's Preference To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated. For more information, please visit https://www.nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service-preference/ Residency All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011, have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), also known as the “New Jersey First Act”. Authorization to Work Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship, and Immigration Services regulations. NOTE: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States. Equal Opportunity Employment The State of New Jersey seeks to increase the richness and diversity of its workforce, and in doing so, become the employer of choice for all people seeking to work in State Government. To evaluate the effectiveness of our efforts to attract and employ a diverse workforce, applicants are asked to voluntarily answer a few brief questions on the NJ Affirmative Action Information Form. All information is considered confidential and will be filed separately with the agency's affirmative action officer. This information will not be part of your application for employment and will not be considered in any hiring decision. DEP Notices of Vacancy have a 4:00 p.m. deadline on the closing date. When filing for these opportunities, please be sure to have your letter of interest and credentials sent electronically before 4 p.m. on the closing date. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to inclusive hiring and a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Accommodations under ADA will be provided upon request.

Responsibilities

The Environmental Specialist 3 will supervise the implementation of new legislation and manage research on sustainability topics. The role includes conducting investigations and overseeing education and outreach efforts related to waste management.