Environmental Planner 1

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 53,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking an Environmental Planner 1 in Indiana County, PA, to support environmental reviews for transportation projects. The role involves researching environmental impacts, preparing documentation, and coordinating with agencies to ensure compliance with environmental laws and long-term sustainability.

The position offers telework flexibility with standard hours 7:30 AM–3:30 PM, Monday–Friday, and a starting salary of $53,008.00 with possible telework options.

Qualifications

• Two years of professional experience in local, regional, or state environmental planning.
• Bachelor's degree in planning or environmental planning, and one year of experience.
• Master's degree in environmental planning.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
• PA residency requirement and ability to perform essential job functions.
• Veterans' employment preference and TRS accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Permit review to ensure compliance with environmental laws.
• Impact assessment on species, water resources, ecology and culture.
• Field guidance and monitoring of site conditions.
• Document preparation for environmental impact statements and reports.
• Agency coordination with regulatory officials and community groups.
• Staff training on environmental practices and ensuring commitments.

Skills

Environmental planning experience

Research skills

Coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in planning or environmental planning

Master's degree in environmental planning

Equivalent combination of experience and training

Job description

Salary

$53,008.00 - $80,646.00 Annually

Location

Indiana County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-57344-28415

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

TR Dstr Off 10 0

Opening Date

08/31/2026

Closing Date

9/14/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

28415

Position Number

00163522

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

A4

Pay Group

ST06

Bureau / Division Code

00081000

Bureau / Division

TR Dstr Off 10 0

Worksite Address

2550 Oakland Avenue

City

Indiana, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

15701

Contact Name

Tracey Clevenger

Contact Email

[e-mail]

THE POSITION

Would you take pride in a career which allows you to shape transportation projects while helping to protect Pennsylvania's environment? As an Environmental Planner 1 with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), you will support important environmental reviews that guide transportation decisions throughout District 10. This position is great for individuals who enjoy research, fieldwork, and coordination. Here, you will have the opportunity to help identify environmental impacts, prepare documents, and work with agencies and staff. Apply today to play a key role in helping to ensure projects follow environmental laws and support long-term sustainability!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role supports environmental compliance by assisting with project reviews, permits, field evaluations, and coordination with agencies. As an Environmental Planner 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Permit Review: Evaluate project plans, permits, and documents to ensure compliance with environmental laws
• Impact Assessment: Analyze potential effects on species, water resources, ecological conditions, and cultural features
• Field Guidance: Support staff during field activities by providing environmental direction and monitoring site conditions
• Document Preparation: Assist with environmental impact statements, assessments, and technical reports
• Agency Coordination: Build relationships with regulatory agencies, officials, and community groups to support project goals
• Staff Education: Help train staff and consultants on environmental practices and ensure commitments are followed during construction

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Indiana. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $53,008.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years of professional experience in local, regional, or state environmental planning; or
• A Bachelor's degree in planning or environmental planning; and one year of professional experience in local, regional, or state environmental planning; or
• A Master's degree in environmental planning; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.