Manager 3 Environmental Protection - Technical/Scientific/Engineering

$161.74k - $163.71k

Full-time

NJ Department of Environmental Protection

Open to: Department-Wide
Work Week: NL (35-hour) Work Week
Salary: (M35) $161,742.29 - $163,708.84
Opening Date: 9/24/2026
Closing Date: 10/8/2026
Existing Vacancies: 1
Program/Location
Department of Environmental Protection
Contaminated Site Remediation & Redevelopment
Environmental Evaluation & Remediation Review
Remediation Review
401 East State Street
Trenton, NJ 08625
Scope of Eligibility
Open to permanent employees in a competitive title and meet the requirements.
Description
Under the direction of a higher level official in the Department of Environmental Protection, plans, coordinates and directs the work programs, activities and staff of a division and/or major element performing complex engineering, administrative/management, fiscal, environmental, or scientific activities relative to the areas of environmental management; provides executive guidance and direction, and establishes and recommends policies impacting the operations of the division; does related work as required.
Specific to Position
A working knowledge of various statutory authorities, including the Brownfield and Contaminated Site Remediation Act, the Spill Compensation and Control Act, and the Site Remediation Reform Act, as well as implementing regulations, including the Administrative Requirements for the Remediation of Contaminated Sites, Technical Requirements for Site Remediation, Remediation Standards, and Ground Water Quality Standards. Providing direction to staff on these statutes and regulations. Permitting. The Assistant Director is responsible for making sure that all inspections and reviews are conducted appropriately and that all remedial action permits are issued appropriately. Will be responsible for coordinating with the regulated community and the Licensed Site Remediation Professionals (LSRPs) to resolve any conflicts, is the manager of the Rule Committee and the manager of the Training Committee. The Assistant Director is the SRP technical contact for many different committees.
Preferred Skill Set
A working knowledge of various statutory authorities, including the Brownfield and Contaminated Site Remediation Act, the Spill Compensation and Control Act, and the Site Remediation Reform Act, as well as implementing regulations, including the Administrative Requirements for the Remediation of Contaminated Sites, Technical Requirements for Site Remediation, Remediation Standards, and Ground Water Quality Standards. Providing direction to staff on these statutes and regulations.
Requirements
Possession of a valid Professional Engineer's license issued by the New Jersey State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors; and six (6) years of professional experience in the scientific/technical or engineering aspects of environmentally related activities, four (4) years of which shall have been in a managerial capacity.
OR
Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in one of the biological, chemical, environmental, or physical sciences or engineering; and six (6) years of the above-mentioned professional experience, four (4) years of which shall have been in a managerial capacity.
OR
Possession of a master's degree from an accredited college or university in one of the biological, chemical, environmental, or physical sciences or engineering; and five (5) years of the above-mentioned professional experience, four (4) years of which shall have been in a managerial capacity.
OR
Possession of a doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in one of the biological, chemical, environmental, or physical sciences or engineering; and four (4) years of the above-mentioned professional experience which shall have been in a managerial capacity .
NOTE: "Professional experience" refers to work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the authority to act according to one's own judgment and make accurate and informed decisions.
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.
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*
*Pursuant to the State/Department's policy, procedures, and/or guidelines.
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
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.

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