Transportation Planner 2- Environmental Permitting Specialist CTDOT

Transportation Planner 2

Environmental Permitting Specialist

Recruitment #240402-8876FE-001

Location

Newington, CT

Date Opened

4/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

Salary

$85,410 – $122,927/year

Job Type

Open to the Public

Close Date

4/22/2024 11:59:00 PM

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INTRODUCTION

TheState of Connecticut,Department of Transportation (DOT),is now accepting applications for a challenging and excitingTransportation Planner 2 (Environmental Permitting Specialist)position, located in the Environmental Permitting Unit, within the Office of Environmental Planning at our headquarters in Newington, CT.

The Environmental Permitting Unit identifies permitting needs for Department projects and acquires permit approvals for projects that impact wetland and water resources. The unit prepares environmental permit applications and reports for in-house design projects and oversees and reviews consultant prepared permit applications for content and accuracy, while assuring project schedules are met. The unit also acts as the main liaison with federal and State regulatory agencies such as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and CT Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP). The unit also assists in field work associated with wetland, water, and natural resource identification, habitat assessments, and mitigation planning.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

Competitive salary

NEW:A Platinum Healthcare Plan, the nation’s best for state employees and dependents, according to a report by Georgetown’s Center on Health Insurance Reform an article by Ellen Andrews, Ph.D., along withcomprehensive benefit offerings

Extensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings

Paid time off including 13 paid holidays per calendar year

Learn more about what sets us apart as an employer with ourEmployer Value Proposition

A culture that encourageswork/life balance

Professional growth and development opportunities

Work for a Forbes top company:State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023– State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule

State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service. Clickherefor more information.POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

Full time, 40 hours per week

Monday through Friday

LOCATION: Headquarters inNewington, CT*

This position is eligible to apply for telework after successful completion of the working test period, and thereafter, in accordance with the Telework Policy. The Policy can be foundhere.Employees in their initial working test period must work on site in the office.

THE ROLE:

We are seeking a dynamic motivated candidate for this opportunity to work collaboratively with our design teams to identify and analyze potential impacts to wetland and waterresources and obtain necessary permits for Department projects.

Candidates should be knowledgeable and have experience in each of the following:

State and federal water and natural resource identification and assessment of potential water and natural resource impacts

Assessment of avoidance, minimization, and mitigation techniques to be applied when reviewing transportation projects

Both State and federal water and water resource permitting requirements

Both Federal and State related environmental topics and issues as well as the ability to read and interpret laws and regulations as they apply to FHWA, FTA and FRA and State funded projects

This position will be responsible for performing wetland delineations, including vegetation and soil surveys, environmental studies, habitat assessments and analysis, overseeing task-based consultants, and will require regular field work in varying weather conditions. Duties and responsibilities also include but are not limited toproduction and review of reports required to identify water and natural resources and proposed measures to minimize impacts to resources, preparation and review of permit applications, coordination documents, and supporting materials for all types of transportation projects.

Key elements of this positioninclude the ability to read and interpret design plans, project management skills, working collaboratively with project engineers and design teams, coordinating with State and Federal regulatory agencies and resource personnel; use of ArcGIS, as well asperforming other related duties as required.

Duties and responsibilities also include:

Conducts field work and planning studies relative to all transportation modes for the movement of people and goods

Conducts and directs surveys related to environmental studies, land use, and transportation needs

Develops, coordinates, and evaluates transportation programs

Collects, analyzes, and updates data related to impacts of transportation facilities, projects, and programs and makes recommendations based on this analysis

Performs trend, economic, and environmental analyses of transportation related data

Prepares statistical and written reports and environmental impact statements

Reviews studies, surveys, and technical documents for conformance with department standards, needs, and state and federal laws and regulations

Provides planning assistance and coordinates activities and projects with local, regional, state, and federal agencies, private consultants, and stakeholders

Investigates and responds to public inquiries and complaints regarding transportation plans, programs and/or project

Reviews proposed legislation and distributes information

May perform site analysis work

Field work in all weather conditions will be required and travel primarily within the State will be necessary

Performs related duties as required

ABOUT US:

As one of Connecticut’s largest State agencies, DOT employs approximately 3,300 individuals statewide in five distinct bureaus. It is our mission to provide a safe, accessible, and efficient multimodal transportation network that improves the quality of life and promotes economic vitality for the State and the region. We have a significant transportation infrastructure system that is essential to maintaining mobility for Connecticut residents and businesses and supporting economic and community development while preserving the State’s resources. DOT is committed to cultivating a diverse staff that is representative of the communities we serve. Applications from individuals having diverse backgrounds and life experiences are strongly encouraged.

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