Environmental Specialist III

JobAps; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) is seeking an advanced Environmental Specialist to lead and perform environmental and cultural impact analyses for state projects. The role includes archaeological surveys, Section 106 coordination with state/federal agencies, and managing consultants.

The position requires a master’s degree in Archaeology/Anthropology or a closely related field, plus experience in environmental planning, budgeting, and project management.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or closely related field.
• Knowledge of Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and 36 CFR Part 800.
• Two years’ experience in environmental specialist work including analysis and assessment of environmental/cultural impacts.
• Two years’ experience in data analysis and two years in technical report writing.
• One year experience in environmental project management.

Responsibilities

• Performs environmental specialist work across wildlife, wetlands, air quality, civil rights, historic properties and archaeology sites.
• Provides guidance to engineering, agencies, and stakeholders to integrate environmental considerations into programs.
• Ensures compliance with laws, regulations, and standards across projects.
• Conducts research and field studies; analyzes data and regulatory submissions.
• Prepares technical reports, consultation documentation, permits, and MOAs.
• Coordinates with agencies to obtain permits and approvals; negotiates mitigation commitments.
• Meets with project staff and agencies to resolve compliance issues and keep projects moving.
• Formulates plans and policies to protect the environment.
• Engages community leaders and groups to educate on environmental impacts and stewardship.

Skills

Section 106 knowledge

Environmental analysis

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Master’s degree in Archaeology/Anthropology or related field

Job description

Introduction

The mission of the Division of Transportation Solutions is to provide excellence in transportation by developing, constructing and maintaining the State's infrastructure in a manner that results in a safe, cost-effective, and efficient multi-modal transportation network that enhances mobility commerce, and livability. In addition, Transportation Solutions provides high quality support services to other divisions in the department.

Summary Statement

This is the advanced level of environmental specialist work which includes leading and performing the analysis of environmental and cultural impacts of State projects and/or programs and coordination with state/federal agencies.

This position will perform and manage Archaeological surveys within areas affected by DelDOT projects, including research, fieldwork, laboratory work, and technical report writing and reviewing. Duties also include consultation efforts and documentation associated with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act. The applicant must have experience implementing 36 CFR 800 and be familiar with Cultural Resources Management practices, budgeting, proposal development, and oversight of consultants.

Career Ladder

Upon satisfactory completion of department promotional standards and job requirements, employees may be eligible to be promoted to the next level.

Selective Requirement

• Possession of at least a master’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or closely related field.
• Knowledge of Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and the implementing regulations under 36 CFR Part 800.

Essential Functions

• Performs environmental specialist work in an environmental specialty area such as wildlife/endangered species, wetlands and vegetation, noise, air quality, civil rights, architecture/historic properties, and archaeology sites.
• Provides guidance and technical assistance to engineering and project personnel, representatives from local, state and federal agencies, and project stakeholders to incorporate environmental and sociocultural considerations into project and/or program activities.
• Ensures that State project and/or program plans, construction and maintenance are all in compliance with local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations related to water quality, wetlands, air quality, noise, wildlife, civil rights, historic preservation, and recreational sites.
• Conducts research, field studies and evaluations for compliance with regulatory requirements; observes, collects, analyzes, reviews and interprets data, technical reports, and regulatory submissions to make recommendations on project and/or program alternatives.
• Prepares technical reports, documentation on consultation efforts, project effect documentation, permits, and Memorandums of Agreement.
• Coordinates and negotiates with local, state and federal regulatory agencies to obtain necessary permits or approvals and ensure project delivery of proposed construction related activities that may affect environmental or cultural resources.
• Makes recommendations and negotiates mitigation efforts with project managers, regulatory agencies and other project stakeholders; ensures these commitments are met.
• Meets with engineering and other project personnel, state agency personnel, project stakeholders and regulatory agencies to resolve resource compliance issues and keep project/programs moving to completion.
• Formulates plans and policies to preserve and enhance the social and natural environment.
• May meet with community leaders, special interest groups, resource agencies, the general public, or other affected parties to provide outreach and education on environmental impacts, mitigation, and environmental stewardship using a variety of forums such as seminars, workshops, conferences, newsletters, assessments, and analytical reports.
• May review draft environmental or cultural legislation proposals, regulations, or rule changes and provide comments regarding the proposed changes as they relate to the development of projects and/or programs.

Job Requirements

• Possession of a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Environmental Planning, Biology, Environmental Science, Natural Science, Architectural History/Historical Preservation, Archaeology/Anthropology, or related field.
• Two years’ experience in performing environmental specialist work which includes the analysis and assessment of environmental and/or cultural impacts of projects and/or programs.
• Two years' experience in analyzing and evaluating data.
• Two years’ experience in technical report writing.
• Two years’ experience in ensuring compliance with environmental laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.
• One year experience in environmental project management which includes planning, developing, implementing, managing and evaluating environmental projects to ensure objectives are met.

Conditions of Hire

• Pre-employment Drug Testing: Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our Job Seeker Resources. DelDOT does not provide employment-based sponsorship.

All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.

Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling [phone] or by visiting delawarerelay.com.

If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call [phone] or email [e-mail].

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.