Environmental Protection Specialist

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Montgomery County, PA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Are you ready for a career where you can help communities strengthen recycling and waste reduction efforts through meaningful environmental work? Join the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) as an Environmental Protection Specialist and support programs that encourage responsible waste management. This role allows you to work directly with local officials, review important plans, and contribute to programs that benefit both communities and the environment. Do not miss this opportunity to enhance your professional skills while contributing to long-term environmental improvements. Apply today to step into a position where your dedication makes a positive difference every day!

Requirements

• One year of experience as a journey-level specialist in a waste management program; or Two years of experience in environmental protection and a bachelor's degree with major course work in biology, chemistry, or in a field closely related to environmental protection.
• Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license as issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• Meet the PA residency requirement.

Nice To Haves

• A master's degree with major course work in any of the fields closely related to environmental protection may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Review applications, conduct pre-application meetings, prioritize submissions, and coordinate funding recommendations for grants.
• Assist counties and municipalities with developing and updating solid waste management plans.
• Provide guidance on recycling, resource recovery, waste minimization, and household hazardous waste programs.
• Work with regional and central staff to support effective recycling and waste reduction activities.
• Evaluate plans, registrations, and facility activities to ensure alignment with statutory requirements.
• Maintain tracking systems for grants, recycling programs, and municipal waste plan updates.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week.
• Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $60,538.00 (before taxes).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level