Environmental Specialist 2 (Internal Posting)

Open to : Division-Wide

Work Week : NE (35-hour) Work Week

Salary : (P22) $67,312.27 - $ 98,503.27

Opening Date : 10 / 28 / 2025

Closing Date : 11 / 11 / 2025

Existing Vacancies : 1

Program / Location

Department of Environmental Protection

Air, Energy & Materials Sustainability

Sustainable Waste Management

Recycling and Hazardous Waste Management

401 East State Street

Trenton, NJ

Scope of Eligibility

Open to permanent employees in a competitive title who work in the Division of Sustainable Waste Management and meet the requirements below.

Description

Under the limited supervision of a supervisory official in a state department, institution, agency, or local government agency, performs complex technical or scientific work including field and office studies, surveys, inspections, or investigations associated with enforcement of environmental laws and / or regulations, and environmental review and control work, or organizes and carries out programs / projects designed to study and evaluate environmental impact of specific projects on the environment; organizes and develops tests and reports to assess environmental impacts on physical, natural, and / or human environments; investigates environmental complaints concerning projects; conducts contract, grant, and / or loan processing; may be required to function as a lead worker providing guidance to lower-level Environmental Specialists; does other related duties as required.

Specific to the Position

The appointee will conduct administrative and technical reviews of complex plans and reports submitted to the electronic waste unit, to ensure the manufacturer obligations are met and all relevant operations are conducted in accordance with the requirements of the Electronic Waste Management Act, Electronic Waste Regulations and Solid Waste Management Act as well as the Solid Waste, Hazardous Waste, and Recycling Regulations, if applicable. Appointee will draft notices of deficiencies and approvals to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. The appointee will work in collaboration and support program staff to ensure compliance with governing laws, ordinances, and regulations. The appointee will coordinate with other DEP programs, local, state, and federal government representatives, industry representatives, and other stakeholders, as needed. Will draft and finalize decision documents and perform other related tasks.

Preferred Skillset

Analytical, research, detail oriented, technical, strong policymaking, interpretation of statutes, rules and implementation of programs, strong communication, organizational, problem solving

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 : Two (2) 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

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.