Environmental Program Specialist

About the role

We are hiring an Environmental Program Specialist for a 6‑12 month project focused on water infrastructure funding and compliance. The specialist will support the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Program by processing grant applications, conducting community outreach, and assisting with EPA reporting, while also handling essential administrative and clerical functions.

Responsibilities

• Program Outreach: Contact public water systems to provide information and assistance regarding infrastructure financing; facilitate the collection, verification, and submission of system data for the EPA's Drinking Water Infrastructure Needs Survey (DWINSA).
• Compliance Support: Help meet EPA reporting mandates and guide project submissions through the State Revolving Fund process.
• Grants & Surveys: Assist in completing and processing grant applications and administering federal grants.
• Data & Studies: Plan and conduct surveys and data collection to evaluate community infrastructure needs.
• Administrative Tasks: Perform routine clerical work, manage digital files, and route information according to department regulations.
• Communication: Answer phone calls and emails professionally, take accurate messages, and handle general inquiries.

Skills

• Strong communication, data management, and organizational skills.
• Willingness and capability to learn specialized environmental database programs and software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, NJEMS, and Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in a science or environmental field (required).
• Motivated, entry‑level candidate ready to support the DWSRF program.
• Ability to work on a 6‑12 month project focused on water infrastructure funding and compliance.

Schedule

Work Hours: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm or 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, with a 30‑minute unpaid lunch. Dress code: Business casual. Work mode: Office.