Environmental Planner 2

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Allegheny County, PA

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About The Position

The Environmental Planner 2 with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation supports environmental planning and compliance during construction and maintenance activities across the district. The role reviews projects and helps guide environmental decisions, balancing transportation progress with protection of natural resources. It involves fieldwork, teamwork, coordination with resource agencies and staff, and technical support for permitting, training, and environmental documentation.

Requirements

• Five years of progressive professional experience in local, regional, or state environmental planning; or two years of experience as an Environmental Planner 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or a master's degree in planning or one of the environmental sciences and two years of progressive professional environmental planning experience; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Class C Driver's License.
• Meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement.
• Be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Review environmental commitments and integrate them into construction activities.
• Conduct site inspections to check compliance with permits and environmental requirements.
• Work with resource agencies and staff to resolve issues and support environmental decision-making.
• Monitor construction and maintenance sites to identify impacts and ensure proper environmental practices.
• Provide guidance, data, and assistance for permitting, training, and environmental documentation.
• Assess activities to ensure they follow environmental laws, policies, and approved procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time