Environmental Planner 2 - Permit & Hydrology Lead (Hybrid)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Transportation seeks an Environmental Planner 2 to support environmental reviews and compliance for district maintenance activities. You will review permits, provide regulatory guidance, evaluate hydrology and hydraulic reports, and assist with stormwater controls.

You will lead permit review, support MS4/SEMP compliance, advise on waste procedures, and coordinate with engineering on stormwater design.

Qualifications

• Two years as Environmental Planner 1 or five years progressive experience in environmental planning, or a Master's plus two years' experience.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training acceptable.
• PA residency requirement may apply.

Responsibilities

• Lead Permit Review: Review maintenance permit applications and ensure alignment with environmental requirements
• Compliance Guidance: Provide regulatory information to district and county staff to support emergency operations, hazardous materials handling, and environmental programs
• Technical Expertise: Evaluate hydrology and hydraulic reports and advise on permitting and mitigation needs
• Storm Water Oversight: Support MS4 and SEMP compliance through inspections, audits, training, and coordination with field personnel
• Waste Management Support: Interpret regulations, develop district policies, and assist with hazardous and residual waste procedures
• Engineering Coordination: Review engineering drawings, calculations, and constructability considerations related to storm water control measures and permitted activities

Skills

Environmental planning

Regulatory guidance

Hydrology

Stormwater management

Education

Master's degree in planning or environmental sciences

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Transportation seeks an Environmental Planner 2 to support environmental reviews and compliance for district maintenance activities. You will review permits, provide regulatory guidance, evaluate hydrology and hydraulic reports, and assist with stormwater controls.

You will lead permit review, support MS4/SEMP compliance, advise on waste procedures, and coordinate with engineering on stormwater design.