Environmental Specialist (Climate Resilience Officer-CRO)

Overview

Under direction of the Department of Administration, is responsible for scientific investigations including field and office studies associated with environmental pollution abatement and land management; does related work as required. Investigates known or potential environmental problems including correcting data, identifying statistical parameters, analyzing and reviewing of empirical findings, and writing of technical reports covering inferences of the results obtained. Assists in the preparation of annual budget requests. Supervises other employees as assigned. Ability to conduct environmental impact studies, investigations, and inspections, ability to analyze and evaluate the data collected, and to draw sound conclusions thereof, ability to collect samples or perform tests in the field and make evaluations and analysis. Ability to prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations. Ability to analyze and interpret laws, rules, and regulations on matters having environmental impact.

Applicant Requirements

Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in the environmental, biological, or chemical sciences or in environmental engineering (a valid Professional Engineer’s License issued by the New Jersey State Board of Professional Engineer’s and Land Surveyors may be substituted for the degree in environmental engineering). One (1) year of professional experience in environmental control work including field investigations and inspections and environmental impact analysis (Possession of an environmentally oriented Master’s degree in the environmental, biological, or chemical sciences, or in engineering may be substituted for the above work experience).

Schedule and Compensation

Full-time. Working hours are from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. $78,254-$107,486 salary dependent on experience and qualifications.