NJ Department of Environmental Protection
WLM-2026-15 Environmental Engineer 3 (Internal Posting)
Watershed & Land Management - Trenton, NJ - Full Time
Open to: Division-Wide
Work Week: NL (35-hour) Work Week
Salary: (R25) $77,143..55 - $113,263.75
Opening Date: 6/5/2026
Closing Date: 6/22/2026
Existing Vacancies: 1
Program/Location
Department of Environmental Protection
Watershed & Land Management Program
Land Resource Protection
Flood Hazard & Stormwater Engineering
501 East State Street
Trenton, NJ 08625
Scope of Eligibility
Open to permanent employees in a competitive title who work for the Division of Land Resource Protection and meets the requirements below.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please be advised that a promotional examination has been announced for this position by the CSC (symbol PS0004G). The selected provisional candidate may be impacted once the promotional list is issued, based on the outcome of the examination results.
Description
Under general supervision of a supervisory official in a state department, institution, agency, or local government agency, takes the lead or may supervise the performance of engineering work including but not limited to water management, air pollution control/management, coastal resource management, hazardous/non-hazardous waste control/management; reviews engineering plans, makes determinations and/or recommendations on plans; field visits, inspections, investigations/surveys; gathers data, researches and analyzes information as it relates to environmental control work; and/or the enforcement of environmental laws and/or regulations; works with Environmental Impact Statements; does related work as required.
Specific to the Position
Supervising engineering staff members reviewing engineering materials for all Watershed and Land Management Program applications. Assist in implementing the new Stormwater and Inland Flood Protection rule changes that will influence the Engineering review of permit applications. Assist in conducting engineering review on the influx of WLM Permit applications that are coming in before the new REAL rules are adopted. Perform pre-application meetings to inform the public about the upcoming REAL rules.
Preferred Skill Set
Detailed oriented, ability to multitask, strong customer service, and Microsoft Office skills, especially Word and Excel, the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Skill set to include a detailed understanding of hydrologic and hydraulics calculations and ability to make decisions for project compliance with the Flood Hazard Area Control Act and Stormwater Management rules.
Requirements
EDUCATION
Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor's degree in Civil, Chemical, Mechanical, Environmental, Ocean, Coastal, Bio-Resource, Sanitary, Industrial, Agricultural or Mining Engineering, or other field of engineering related to the environment.
NOTE: A valid Professional Engineer's license issued by the New Jersey State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
EXPERIENCE:
Three (3) years of professional experience in environmental engineering work.
NOTE: A Master's degree in one of the fields specified above may be substituted for one (1) year of the above experience.
NOTE: All U.S. degrees and transcripts must be from an accredited college or university. All foreign degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility.
License
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
Veteran's Preference
To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated. For more information, please visit https://www.nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service-preference/
Benefits
As a New Jersey State Department, NJDEP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Residency
All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011, have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), also known as the “New Jersey First Act”.
Authorization to Work
Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship, and Immigration Services regulations. NOTE: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States.
Equal Opportunity Employment
The State of New Jersey seeks to increase the richness and diversity of its workforce, and in doing so, become the employer of choice for all people seeking to work in State Government. To evaluate the effectiveness of our efforts to attract and employ a diverse workforce, applicants are asked to voluntarily answer a few brief questions on the NJ Affirmative Action Information Form. All information is considered confidential and will be filed separately with the agency's affirmative action officer. This information will not be part of your application for employment and will not be considered in any hiring decision.
Work Week: NL (35-hour) Work Week
Salary: (R25) $77,143..55 - $113,263.75
Opening Date: 6/5/2026
Closing Date: 6/22/2026
Existing Vacancies: 1
Program/Location
Department of Environmental Protection
Watershed & Land Management Program
Land Resource Protection
Flood Hazard & Stormwater Engineering
501 East State Street
Trenton, NJ 08625
Scope of Eligibility
Open to permanent employees in a competitive title who work for the Division of Land Resource Protection and meets the requirements below.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please be advised that a promotional examination has been announced for this position by the CSC (symbol PS0004G). The selected provisional candidate may be impacted once the promotional list is issued, based on the outcome of the examination results.
Description
Under general supervision of a supervisory official in a state department, institution, agency, or local government agency, takes the lead or may supervise the performance of engineering work including but not limited to water management, air pollution control/management, coastal resource management, hazardous/non-hazardous waste control/management; reviews engineering plans, makes determinations and/or recommendations on plans; field visits, inspections, investigations/surveys; gathers data, researches and analyzes information as it relates to environmental control work; and/or the enforcement of environmental laws and/or regulations; works with Environmental Impact Statements; does related work as required.
Specific to the Position
Supervising engineering staff members reviewing engineering materials for all Watershed and Land Management Program applications. Assist in implementing the new Stormwater and Inland Flood Protection rule changes that will influence the Engineering review of permit applications. Assist in conducting engineering review on the influx of WLM Permit applications that are coming in before the new REAL rules are adopted. Perform pre-application meetings to inform the public about the upcoming REAL rules.
Preferred Skill Set
Detailed oriented, ability to multitask, strong customer service, and Microsoft Office skills, especially Word and Excel, the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Skill set to include a detailed understanding of hydrologic and hydraulics calculations and ability to make decisions for project compliance with the Flood Hazard Area Control Act and Stormwater Management rules.
Requirements
EDUCATION
Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor's degree in Civil, Chemical, Mechanical, Environmental, Ocean, Coastal, Bio-Resource, Sanitary, Industrial, Agricultural or Mining Engineering, or other field of engineering related to the environment.
NOTE: A valid Professional Engineer's license issued by the New Jersey State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
EXPERIENCE:
Three (3) years of professional experience in environmental engineering work.
NOTE: A Master's degree in one of the fields specified above may be substituted for one (1) year of the above experience.
NOTE: All U.S. degrees and transcripts must be from an accredited college or university. All foreign degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility.
License
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
Veteran's Preference
To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated. For more information, please visit https://www.nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service-preference/
Benefits
As a New Jersey State Department, NJDEP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Paid Benefit Leave
- Holiday Pay
- Alternative Workweek Program*
- Telework*
- Pension
- Deferred Compensation
- Health Benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance
- Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)
- Commuter Tax Savings Program
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- Tuition Reimbursement*
Residency
All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011, have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), also known as the “New Jersey First Act”.
Authorization to Work
Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship, and Immigration Services regulations. NOTE: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States.
Equal Opportunity Employment
The State of New Jersey seeks to increase the richness and diversity of its workforce, and in doing so, become the employer of choice for all people seeking to work in State Government. To evaluate the effectiveness of our efforts to attract and employ a diverse workforce, applicants are asked to voluntarily answer a few brief questions on the NJ Affirmative Action Information Form. All information is considered confidential and will be filed separately with the agency's affirmative action officer. This information will not be part of your application for employment and will not be considered in any hiring decision.
DEP Notices of Vacancy have a 4:00 p.m. deadline on the closing date. When filing for these opportunities, please be sure to have your letter of interest and credentials sent electronically before 4 p.m. on the closing date.
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to inclusive hiring and a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Accommodations under ADA will be provided upon request.
