Environmental Planner 1 - Telework Eligible for Transit

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Lawrence Township (PA); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Department of Transportation seeks an Environmental Planner 1 to support environmental review and coordination for transportation projects. You will help ensure compliance with environmental laws and policies while contributing to safe, environmentally sound projects.

Typical duties include preparing and reviewing environmental documents, evaluating project impacts on natural and cultural resources, engaging the public, coordinating with agencies, and assisting

Qualifications

• Two years of professional experience in local, regional, or state environmental planning; or

Responsibilities

• Document Support: Assist with preparing and reviewing environmental documents such as categorical exclusions, technical reports, and mitigation plans
• Impact Evaluation: Assist with the evaluation of potential effects of transportation projects on natural, cultural, and community resources
• Public Involvement: Participate in meetings and outreach activities to support public communication and engagement
• Agency Coordination: Work with resource agencies and the public to strengthen partnerships and support environmental compliance
• Training Support: Assist with developing and delivering environmental training for district staff

Skills

Environmental planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in planning or environmental planning

Master's degree in environmental planning

Equivalent combination of experience and training

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Department of Transportation seeks an Environmental Planner 1 to support environmental review and coordination for transportation projects. You will help ensure compliance with environmental laws and policies while contributing to safe, environmentally sound projects.

Typical duties include preparing and reviewing environmental documents, evaluating project impacts on natural and cultural resources, engaging the public, coordinating with agencies, and assisting