WLM-2025-28 - Environmental Specialist 3 (Internal Posting) at NJ Department of Environmental Protection

Trenton, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Mar, 26

Salary

113263.75

Posted On

09 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Environmental Control, Field Investigations, Inspection, Report Preparation, Environmental Impact Statements, GIS Skills, Data Analysis, Project Site Maps, Geoprocessing Tools, Attention to Detail, Organizational Skills, Independent Work, Team Collaboration, Clear Communication, Technical Writing

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: 12/8/2025 Closing Date: 12/22/2025 Existing Vacancies: 1 Program/Location Department of Environmental Protection Watershed & Land Management Assistant Commissioners Office, Watershed & Land Management 501 East State Street Trenton, NJ 08265 Scope of Eligibility Open to permanent employees in a competitive title who works for the Assistant Commissioners Office, Watershed & Land 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 reviews Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) plan amendments, revisions, and consistency determination applications for completeness and accuracy; coordinates review with other Divisions, state agencies and counties; advises applicants of deficiencies, prepares public notices. Geographic Information System (GIS) skills sufficient to review, analyze and troubleshoot applicant shapefile submittals, ability to layer and analyze multiple layers of Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) GIS data layers in relation to the applicant shapefile, develop project site maps, utilize Geoprocessing tools and analysis tools (e.g., buffer, clip, merge/dissolve, georeferencing, utility network analyst, editor tool, spatial statistics tool). Modernized New Jersey Environmental Management System (NJEMS) capabilities to both enter project data and documents and to search other programs' data and documents. Preferred Skill Set Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team. Familiarity with GIS data analysis and geoprocessing. Ability to develop technically sound, clear, concise well-written documents. Clear and measured communication with members of the public. 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 and organize technical or scientific work related to environmental enforcement and review. Responsibilities include reviewing Water Quality Management Plan amendments and coordinating with various agencies.