Environmental Specialist 4

Open to : Program Wide

Work Week : NL (35-hour) Work Week

Salary : (S28) $88,529.64 - $130,338.54

Opening Date : October 23, 2025

Closing Date : November 6, 2025

Existing Vacancies : 2

Program / Location

Department of Environmental Protection

Position 1

Air, Energy and Materials Sustainability

Air Enforcement

Air Compliance & Enforcement - Central

401 East State Street

Trenton, NJ 08625

Position 2

Air, Energy and Materials Sustainability

Air Enforcement

Diesel Enforcement and Emissions Measurement

9 Ewing Street, 1st Floor

Trenton, NJ 08625

Scope of Eligibility

Open to permanent employees in a competitive title who work in the Air, Energy and Materials Sustainability Program and meet the requirements below.

Description

Under direction of a supervisory official in a state department or agency, supervises professional or non-professional staff as assigned, engaged in completion of environmental review and control tasks relative to assigned program / project areas; supervises and plans field studies, surveys, inspections or investigations relating to applications and associated Environmental Impact Statements to include the physical, natural, and / or human environment; enforcement of environmental laws and / or regulations; prepares evidence for use in reviews and legal actions; supervises the processing of contract, grant and / or loan applications; does other related duties as required.

Specific to the Position

Position 1 :

Environmental Specialist 4 will oversee operational and administrative functions within the Air Enforcement Program's Trenton Office as a Supervisor. Duties commensurate with this position include but are not limited to directing and organizing work plans, projects, assignments, inspections, investigations, and case management activities; conducting and participating in training sessions; and preparing and maintaining reports, documents, and data files of enforcement activities. Additionally, the Environmental Specialist 4 may act as lead inspector and case manager for individually assigned facilities. Appointees to this position must have knowledge of the Federal and State Air Pollution Control Acts in addition to familiarity with NJEMS. Good communication skills are essential.

Position 2 :

Supervise and coordinate all activities in the Stack Test and Continuous Emission Monitoring Program (CEMS). Review / perform the work associated with proposals to include stack test protocols, equipment and certification protocols, certification testing, and certification reports. Reviews stack test reports prepared by staff and provides written communication to internal and external stakeholders regarding compliance status. Track Program Activities and provide data for Performance Partnership Agreement with EPA. Prepare guidance / policy and Technical Manual updates. Provide training to stakeholders.

Preferred Skill Set

Position 1 :

Knowledge of the Federal and State Air Pollution Control Acts in addition to familiarity with NJEMS. Good communication skills are essential.

Position 2 :

Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, have excellent communication and written skills, be familiar with NJEMS / PEGA, and possess a valid driver's license.

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, or Biological Sciences; or in Environmental Planning, Environmental Policy, or Physical Geography; or in Civil Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Mining Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Bio-resource Engineering.

NOTE : A valid Professional Engineer's license issued by the New Jersey State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree in Engineering.

EXPERIENCE : Four (4) 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, one (1) year of which shall have included supervisory responsibilities including preparation of employee evaluations of staff involved in technical or scientific work.

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

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.