Environmental Planner I — Public Service & Telework Eligible

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Lawrence Township (PA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 81,000; 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 within the district. This role helps ensure compliance with environmental laws, policies, and best practices, contributing to safe and sustainable infrastructure across the state.

Responsibilities include document support, impact evaluation, public involvement, agency coordination, and training support.

Qualifications

• Two years of professional environmental planning experience or an advanced degree with related experience.
• Eligibility including PA residency and ability to perform essential job functions.
• US citizenship or eligibility for employment in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Document Support: assist with preparing and reviewing environmental documents.
• Impact Evaluation: evaluate potential effects on natural and cultural resources.
• Public Involvement: participate in meetings and outreach to support communication.
• Agency Coordination: collaborate with resource agencies to strengthen compliance.
• Training Support: help develop and deliver environmental training for district staff.

Skills

Environmental planning experience

Knowledge of environmental laws

Public engagement experience

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 within the district. This role helps ensure compliance with environmental laws, policies, and best practices, contributing to safe and sustainable infrastructure across the state.

Responsibilities include document support, impact evaluation, public involvement, agency coordination, and training support.