Environmental Resources Specialist 2

Generation West Virginia; Fairmont (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection is seeking an Environmental Resources Specialist 2 to perform site assessment, fate/transport modelling, and risk assessments for complex remediation projects across multiple counties. You will manage CERCLA-related documents, coordinate with state agencies, and support budget projections and cost recovery.

The role involves public participation duties, coordination with federal/state partners, and travel across the state.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Two (2) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid professional experience in environmental protection or related area.
• Substitution: Graduate coursework may substitute for required experience at 15 semester hours per year of experience.
• Promotional Only: One year of Environmental Resources Specialist 1 may substitute for required training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee site assessment, risk assessment, remedy selection and public participation.
• Review CERCLA project reports, data, and work plans for completeness and accuracy.
• Coordinate statewide project activities and ensure compliance with environmental laws and regulations.
• Lead negotiations and use contract/administrative documents in CERCLA processes.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Graduate coursework substitution for experience

Job description

SALARY: $ 41,194.00 – $71,789.00 Annually

LOCATION: Various Locations, WV

JOB TYPE: Full-Time Permanent

JOB NUMBER: DEP2700068

DEPARTMENT: Environment – Environmental Protection

OPENING DATE: 11/10/2026

CLOSING DATE: 11/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

LOCATION OF VACANCY: MULTIPLE COUNTIES – LIST COUNTIES IN NATURE OF WORK

CIVIL SERVICE TYPE: Classified-Exempt – This Position is Not Covered Under the DOP Merit System

DEP2700068 Environmental Resources Specialist 2

West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection

Division of Land Restoration; OER; Superfund/Department of Defense

Office location will be one of below:

1000 Technology Drive, Suite 3220, Fairmont, WV 26554

131A Peninsula Street, Wheeling, WV 26003

This position is classified exempt; therefore, does not fall under the classified service.

Please also refer to posting DEP2700069 Environmental Resources Specialist 3. Only one position will be filled with either title.

This position has been designated as eligible for telework. All new State employees and reinstatements are not eligible for telework until they successfully complete a training period. Additional requirements regarding employee approvals for telework can be discussed during the interview.

We welcome you to join our team where we value work/life balance and diversity. We offer a great benefits package that includes 12 paid holidays, insurance and flexible benefits, ample annual and sick leave accrual, flexible work schedules, an Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Initiatives, an optional 457 defined contribution retirement savings plan and more.

Duties and Expectations:

• The employee will utilize state-of-the-art technology and best available scientific protocol and methodologies in performance and oversight of work in the areas of site assessment, conceptual site models, fate and transport models, human health and ecological risk assessments, future land-use planning, risk characterization, risk management, remedy selection, public participation, remediation activities and final attainment confirmation, and federal grant management for associated grants.
• The employee will collect, research, and review data on air, soil and water quality from reports, permits or field reviews at project sites and with the assistance of subject matter experts (SME) will make decisions determining if the site conditions are accurately characterized.
• The employee will be responsible for reviewing CERCLA project reports and data, site assessment reports, field sampling plans, remediation designs and work plans, QAPP, and final project completion reports and will determine if the documents are technically complete and accurate.
• The Employee will have state-wide project management responsibilities determined primarily by the applicant’s skill mix and by project needs. The employee will utilize project management software to track the status of planned and ongoing projects and to provide budget projections and cost recovery documentation.
• The employee will be responsible for oversight and coordination of all site project activities with the parties conducting the site work and for oversight and coordination of state contractors performing state lead project activities. The employee will coordinate all activities through negotiation and utilization of a series of legal and administrative documents related to the CERCLA process. The employee must coordinate with all other state and federal agencies to ensure that all documents and deliverables are in full compliance with all relevant environmental laws and regulations.
• The Employee can expect issues to arise that require negotiation of alternative solutions and other forms of problem solving associated with complex projects.
• The employee will participate in the development of program policy and procedures required to ensure consistent and high-quality operations in the Office of Environmental Remediation.
• The employee will be responsible for conducting and overseeing public participation requirements including public notices and public meetings. The employees will promote community awareness and acceptance of local projects. An emphasis will be placed on risk communication where applicable.
• The employee will utilize computer technology and remote access technologies to conduct project management and administrative functions. The employee will be required to enhance scientific capabilities and skills by participating in ongoing training programs.
• The employee may conduct other related OER duties as assigned.
• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working communication and relationships with federal, state, and local officials, the public, supervisors, coworkers, and staff. In-State and Out-of-state business trips for meetings or training will be required.
• A vehicle will be assigned to the employee. The Employee will be responsible for state/agency vehicle upkeep and reporting requirements. OER reserves the right to reassign or eliminate the state vehicle assignment for this position.

Notes:

• Regular attendance is an essential part of this position.
• Qualifying applicants will be required to complete an internet-based profile assessment to compare the applicant’s thinking and reasoning skills, behavioral traits and the occupational interests against the traits determined to be important to the posted position.
• The recommended candidate will be subject to a search of his or her Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) prior to being hired and annually thereafter.
• All new employees that are involved with Specific DEP programs subject to the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act (SMRCA) of 1977 must file prior to final appointment and annually thereafter, a Statement of Employment and Financial Interest (OSM 23).

DOP Purposes Only – 0313P00919

Minimum Qualifications

Training: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

OR

Substitution: Additional full-time or equivalent part-time paid professional experience as described below may be substituted for the required training at a rate of one (1) year of experience for every thirty (30) semester hours of training.

AND

Experience: Two (2) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid professional experience in the acquisition, preservation, protection and enhancement of environmental/natural resources, environmental protection or in an agency-specific area related to environmental impact.

OR

Substitution: Graduate coursework from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience at the rate of fifteen (15) semester hours for every one (1) year of experience.

Promotional Only: One (1) year of experience as an Environmental Resources Specialist 1 may substitute for the required training and experience.

Other Information

PG: 15 $41,194 – $71,789

Market Rate: $63,870