Environmental Planner

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is hiring an Environmental Planner 1 for the Department of Transportation in New London, CT. The role involves reviewing permits for maintenance projects, providing regulatory guidance, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. Candidates may have part-time telework options, but must reside in Pennsylvania. The position requires relevant experience or education in environmental planning and offers a full-time schedule from 8 AM to 4 PM, Monday to Friday.
Position: Environmental Planner 1
THE POSITION

The Department of Transportation is actively seeking an Environmental Planner 1 to serve as the primary permit reviewer for maintenance-related projects, including tasks such as replacing culverts and pipes by department forces. This role provides regulatory and environmental guidance to District Office and County Staff, ensuring compliance across areas like emergency operations, underground storage tank programs, hazardous materials management, and the Statewide Environmental Management Program (SEMP).

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this role, you will review permitting documents, provide recommendations to the unit supervisor, and identify corrections or repairs based on field inspections. You will assist in developing permits, environmental plans, and policies aligned with state and federal regulations. Your responsibilities include selecting research methodologies for creating, evaluating, and implementing environmental permits, plans, and policies. Your work will be regularly reviewed by your supervisor for progress and effectiveness.

Additional details can be found in the position description
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Work Schedule and Additional Information
• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch
• Telework: Part-time telework may be available, requiring a secure high-speed internet connection and an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If telework is not possible, reporting to the Oil City headquarters is an option.
• Salary: Starting salary may be non-negotiable in some cases.
• Further communication will be via email. Please check your spam/junk folders.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
• Two years of professional experience in environmental planning at local, regional, or state levels, or
• A Bachelor's degree in planning or environmental planning plus one year of relevant experience, or
• A Master's degree in environmental planning, or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Applicants near graduation (within 3 months) will be considered to meet educational requirements.
Other Requirements
• Meet the PA residency requirement (see link for details)
• Ability to perform essential job functions
Legal Requirements
• Pass a background investigation
How to Apply
• Applications must include detailed experience and education; resumes and cover letters are not considered.
• Attach unofficial transcripts if claiming educational qualifications.
• Applications must be submitted by the closing date; late submissions will not be accepted.
Veterans and Accommodations

Veterans' preference is available as per law. For accommodations during the interview process, contact us in advance.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Application and responses to supplemental questions serve as the exam. No separate written test is required. Ensure all information provided is complete and accurate. Only one application per posting is allowed. Results are sent via email.
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