Enviro Analyst VI - Permit Review & Project Scoping Services - Limited Service

State of Vermont; Montpelier (VT); On-site; USD 43,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical premium

Dental plan

Paid holidays

Leave plan

FMLI

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Public Service Student Loan Forgivenes

Life insurance

Job summary

The Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation is launching a new permit center in January 2027 and seeks two motivated professionals to join the team as Enviro Analyst VI - Permit Review & Project Scoping Services - Limited Service.

This role offers a unique opportunity to create a centralized, front-door experience for Vermonters navigating environmental permitting, helping project developers, property owners, and the public understand permit requirements through clear, timely

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in a biological-life or physical science, engineering, a social science, data science, or an environmental or natural resources field AND two (2) or more years of experience in a natural resources field.
• Bachelor's degree in a biological-life or physical science, engineering, a social science, data science, or an environmental or natural resources field AND three (3) or more years of experience in a natural resources field.
• Six (6) years or more of experience in an engineering, environmental, social science, data science, or natural resources field.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the central point of contact for DEC's permitting process
• Review project information and determine which environmental permits are required
• Communicate with applicants and the public for project intake, clarification, and follow-up
• Coordinate closely with DEC program staff to ensure accurate permit guidance and alignment on jurisdictional considerations

Education

Master's degree in a biological-life or physical science, engineering, a social science, data science, or an environmental or natural resources field

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with 3+ years of experience in a natural resources field

6+ years of experience in engineering, environmental, social science, data science, or natural resources field

Job description

Application Deadline Date: 11/03/2026

Location: Montpelier, VT, US

Position Type: Limited Service

Schedule Type: Full Time

Minimum Salary: $31.54

Maximum Salary: $49.45

Overview

The Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation (VT DEC) is launching a new permit center in January 2027, and we're looking for two (2) motivated professionals to join the team. (To be eligible for both positions, please apply to the same titled posting, ReqID 55963).

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a brand-new team dedicated to improving how Vermonters navigate environmental permitting. You'll play a key role in creating a streamlined, centralized "front door" to DEC's permitting process to help project developers, property owners, and the public understand what permits are required through clear, timely, binding jurisdictional determinations.

As staffing and expertise grows, this service will evolve. Early on, you'll collaborate closely with DEC programs as we create processes, establish standards, and shape an improved system that improves consistency and accessibility across the Department.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the central point of contact for DEC's permitting process
• Review project information and determine which environmental permits are required
• Communicate with applicants and the public for project intake, clarification, and follow-up
• Coordinate closely with DEC program staff to ensure accurate permit guidance and alignment on jurisdictional considerations

Our ideal candidate is:

• Self motivated, patient, and comfortable working in a new and evolving environment
• Highly organized and able to juggle multiple tasks while meeting deadlines
• Effective at working independently while also collaborating with colleagues across DEC and the Agency

If you're excited by problem solving, enjoy helping people navigate complex information, and want to contribute to an important new public service for Vermont, we'd love for you to apply.

These positions are limited service with the plan to renew current end dates into the future. This position is funded through 9/30/2027.

Who May Apply

This position, Enviro Analyst VI - Permit Review & Project Scoping Services - Limited Service (Job Requisition #55983), is open to all State employees and external applicants. It is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized for a specific period of time. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs.

Duties are largely performed in an office setting; however, some field travel may be necessary for which private means of transportation must be available. Field work may involve exposure to chemicals, gases, hazardous liquid and solid waste, and construction sites during all weather conditions; and may involve traversing rough terrain and bodies of water. Some work outside of regular working hours, including attendance at public meetings, may be required. Strong differences of opinion may be encountered on a regular basis.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree or higher in a biological-life or physical science, engineering, a social science, data science, or an environmental or natural resources field AND two (2) or more years of experience in a natural resources field.

OR

Bachelor's degree in a biological-life or physical science, engineering, a social science, data science, or an environmental or natural resources field AND three (3) or more years of experience in a natural resources field.

OR

Six (6) years or more of experience in an engineering, environmental, social science, data science, or natural resources field.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.