CSRR-2026-2 Manager 4 Environmental Protection – Technical/Scientific/Engin at NJ Department of Environmental Protection

Trenton, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 May, 26

Salary

147131.56

Posted On

04 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Environmental Protection, Remediation Management, Case Management, Engineering, Scientific Activities, Environmental Management, Technical Issue Resolution, Administrative Issue Resolution, Staff Supervision, Hazardous Substance Remediation, Licensed Site Remediation Professionals (LSRPs), RCRA, CERCLA, Federal Facilities Oversight, New Jersey Remediation Statutes, Public Meetings

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Open to: Division-Wide Work Week: NL (35-hour) Work Week Salary: (&32) $102,944.26 - $147,131.56 Opening Date: 2/3/2026 Closing Date: 2/17/2026 Existing Vacancies: 1 Program/Location Department of Environmental Protection Contaminated Site Remediation & Redevelopment Remediation Management Case Management 401 East State Street Trenton, NJ 08625 Scope of Eligibility Open to permanent employees in a competitive title who work for the Division of Remediation Management and meet the requirements below. Description Under the direction of a supervisory official in the Department of Environmental Protection, plans, coordinates, and directs the programs and staff in a divisional bureau performing complex engineering, administrative/management, fiscal, environmental, or scientific activities relative to the areas of environmental management; identifies, analyzes, and resolves specific technical and administrative issues relative to the work activities of the bureau; may directly supervise section chief positions; does related work as required. Specific to the Position Selected candidate, oversees technical staff working with responsible parties, Licensed Site Remediation Professionals (LSRPs), consultants, attorneys, government agencies, performing remedial work to investigate and remediate discharges of hazardous substances. Responsible Parties are performing this work under ACOs and JCOs. The Bureau manages Resource Conservation Recovery Act (RCRA), Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), DoD, Federal Facilities performing remedial work to investigate and mitigate contamination from their properties. The Bureau receives Federal Grant funds for the oversight of some of these activities, while the remainder is direct billed to the remediating party. Preferred Skill Set The appointee should have a strong working knowledge of applicable New Jersey remediation statutes (Site Remediation Reform Act, Spill Act, etc.), Site Remediation and Waste Management regulations and guidance documents, CERCLA, RCRA to ensure appropriate oversight of responsible parties and LSRPs performing remedial actions. Experience conducting public meetings and the ability to effectively communicate complex technical issues to the general public. Requirements Possession of a valid Professional Engineer's license issued by the New Jersey State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors; and five (5) years of professional experience in the scientific/technical or engineering aspects of environmentally related activities, three (3) years of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity. OR Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in one of the biological, chemical, environmental, or physical sciences or engineering; and five (5) years of the above-mentioned professional experience, three (3) years of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity. OR Possession of a master's degree from an accredited college or university in one of the biological, chemical, environmental, or physical sciences or engineering; and four (4) years of the above-mentioned professional experience, three (3) years of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity. OR Possession of a doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in one of the biological, chemical, environmental, or physical sciences or engineering; and three (3) years of the above-mentioned professional experience which shall have been in a supervisory capacity. NOTE: "Professional experience" refers to work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the authority to act according to one's own judgment and make accurate and informed decisions. 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. Employee 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 manager plans, coordinates, and directs programs and staff within a divisional bureau focusing on complex engineering, administrative, fiscal, environmental, or scientific activities related to environmental management. This role specifically oversees technical staff managing remedial work for investigating and remediating hazardous substance discharges under ACOs and JCOs, covering RCRA, CERCLA, DoD, and Federal Facilities.