National Environmental Policy Act Supervisor (Environmental Planning Supervisor)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework option

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks an Environmental Planning Supervisor to lead statewide environmental planning efforts. You will interpret regulations, develop policies, and coordinate with internal and external partners to support transportation projects across the Commonwealth.

As NEPA Supervisor, you will provide technical guidance, supervise environmental planners, and manage training materials and statewide contracts.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as Environmental Planner 2 or six years of professional environmental planning experience;
• Master's degree in planning or environmental sciences with three years of experience;
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Interpret regulations and develop policies to guide department programs and initiatives.
• Coordinate with intergovernmental and resource agencies to resolve issues and support compliance.
• Provide technical guidance on environmental matters for staff and customers.
• Supervise environmental planners and manage training and development activities.
• Develop statewide training materials, manage contracts, and support process improvements.
• Review NEPA and Act 120 documents for accuracy and alignment with requirements.

Education

Master's degree in planning or environmental sciences

Job description

THE POSITION

Are you ready to guide complex environmental policy that shapes transportation projects across the Commonwealth? Step into a leadership role with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) as an Environmental Planning Supervisor and help shape environmentally responsible transportation development. This position serves as the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Supervisor and allows you to strengthen statewide programs while collaborating with staff and agency partners. Your work will guide policy decisions, improve planning processes, and support overall project success. Apply today to join a team where your expertise influences both infrastructure and environmental stewardship!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position leads environmental planning efforts by interpreting regulations, developing policies, and coordinating with internal and external partners to support transportation projects statewide. This specialized work ensures that environmental standards are fully integrated into planning, design, construction, maintenance, and operations activities. As the NEPA Supervisor, you will perform the following duties:

• Policy Development:Research and apply environmental laws and regulations to guide department programs and initiatives
• Agency Coordination:Liaise with intergovernmental and resource agencies to resolve project issues and support compliance
• Technical Expertise:Provide guidance on environmental matters and serve as a primary resource for staff and customers
• Staff Oversight:Supervise environmental planners, conduct evaluations, and manage training and development activities
• Program Leadership:Develop training materials, manage statewide contracts, and support environmental process improvements
• Document Assurance:Review the National Environmental Policy Act and Act 120 documents to ensure accuracy and consistency with environmental requirements

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• This position may be eligible for alternate work schedule (AWS).
• Telework:You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years of experience as an Environmental Planner 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Six years of professional experience in local, regional, or state environmental planning; or
• A Master's degree in planning or one of the environmental sciences and three years of progressively responsible professional environmental planning experience;or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.