What are the responsibilities and job description for the ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYST I position at Maryland Department of Transportation?
Description
Interview & Hire Announcement
State Highway Administration
Baltimore City
Environmental Analyst I
Grade 14 (8433) SP#26-61.5-04
YOU MUST APPLY ONLINE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd
Recruitment: The State Highway Administration is currently recruiting for an Environmental Analyst I position located in Baltimore City. This is an Interview and Hire position that is open to anyone who meets the minimum qualifications listed below. This job announcement may be used for future vacancies throughout the state of Maryland.
Nature of Work:This is a project management position in the Environmental Program Division (EPD) within the Office of Environmental Design (OED). The main purpose of this position is to support MDOT SHA’s capital and operating programs regarding environmental permitting, compensatory mitigation, and environmental regulatory compliance. The primary responsibility of EPD is to obtain necessary wetland and waterway permits and approvals through coordination and negotiation with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (COE), Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE), and other State and Federal regulatory agencies. EPD is the lead division responsible for the avoidance and minimization of impacts to regulated natural resources (wetlands & waterways/Critical Area) and for the management of all compensatory mitigation projects. This position involves supporting MDOT SHA design divisions with project delivery and coordination with internal and external customers.
MDOT offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our amazing benefits here: MDOT Benefits Guide .
"The State Highway Administration (SHA) has been named Training Magazine’s Training APEX Awards for the seventh consecutive year."
Qualifications
Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in natural sciences, earth science, physical science, environmental science, chemistry, physics, biology, agronomy, forestry, horticulture or related sciences, geography, environmental planning, civil engineering, sociology, economics, planning, anthropology, architectural history or related fields such as ecology, landscape architecture, or environmental engineering.
Experience: None
Preferred Qualification
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
Candidates must possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the state of Maryland.
Additional Information
TO APPLY: All applicants must submit an application online at http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd (use of this option allows the application to be saved). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. To receive credit for your work history and credentials you must list the information in the online DTS-1 application form. You may refer to a resume only to expand on information offered in the body of the online DTS-1 application. The selected candidate may be subject to background and reference checks. A conviction is not an automatic disqualification from employment. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
Consideration for employment may be based solely on the contents of your application; therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information. Please include all relevant experience in your application. This includes, but is not limited to, full or part-time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other experience that is relevant to the position you are applying for.
If you have held more than one position at the same employer, please list each position that you held and the length of time that you held each position.
The state of Maryland offers excellent health and leave benefits, 401k benefits, a pension plan, a free transit program, and advanced education and training opportunities.
The incumbent in this position may be a member of a covered bargaining unit.
Please Note: The State Highway Administration is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H-1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees, all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.
Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. will be required to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( http://www.naces.org ) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation ( https://www.wes.org/ ).
Applications must be submitted online by the closing date.
If you have any questions, please contact the Recruitment and Examination Division at the number(s) listed below:
410-545-5554
Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. Please call at 410-545-5554. SHA is committed to complying with the letter and spirit of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
SHA does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation.
Issue Date: 06/17/2026
Interview & Hire Announcement
State Highway Administration
Baltimore City
Environmental Analyst I
Grade 14 (8433) SP#26-61.5-04
YOU MUST APPLY ONLINE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd
Recruitment: The State Highway Administration is currently recruiting for an Environmental Analyst I position located in Baltimore City. This is an Interview and Hire position that is open to anyone who meets the minimum qualifications listed below. This job announcement may be used for future vacancies throughout the state of Maryland.
Nature of Work:This is a project management position in the Environmental Program Division (EPD) within the Office of Environmental Design (OED). The main purpose of this position is to support MDOT SHA’s capital and operating programs regarding environmental permitting, compensatory mitigation, and environmental regulatory compliance. The primary responsibility of EPD is to obtain necessary wetland and waterway permits and approvals through coordination and negotiation with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (COE), Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE), and other State and Federal regulatory agencies. EPD is the lead division responsible for the avoidance and minimization of impacts to regulated natural resources (wetlands & waterways/Critical Area) and for the management of all compensatory mitigation projects. This position involves supporting MDOT SHA design divisions with project delivery and coordination with internal and external customers.
MDOT offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our amazing benefits here: MDOT Benefits Guide .
"The State Highway Administration (SHA) has been named Training Magazine’s Training APEX Awards for the seventh consecutive year."
Qualifications
Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in natural sciences, earth science, physical science, environmental science, chemistry, physics, biology, agronomy, forestry, horticulture or related sciences, geography, environmental planning, civil engineering, sociology, economics, planning, anthropology, architectural history or related fields such as ecology, landscape architecture, or environmental engineering.
Experience: None
Preferred Qualification
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS) experience
- Knowledge of wetland, stream, and/or forest ecosystems
Candidates must possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the state of Maryland.
Additional Information
TO APPLY: All applicants must submit an application online at http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd (use of this option allows the application to be saved). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. To receive credit for your work history and credentials you must list the information in the online DTS-1 application form. You may refer to a resume only to expand on information offered in the body of the online DTS-1 application. The selected candidate may be subject to background and reference checks. A conviction is not an automatic disqualification from employment. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
Consideration for employment may be based solely on the contents of your application; therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information. Please include all relevant experience in your application. This includes, but is not limited to, full or part-time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other experience that is relevant to the position you are applying for.
If you have held more than one position at the same employer, please list each position that you held and the length of time that you held each position.
The state of Maryland offers excellent health and leave benefits, 401k benefits, a pension plan, a free transit program, and advanced education and training opportunities.
The incumbent in this position may be a member of a covered bargaining unit.
Please Note: The State Highway Administration is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H-1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees, all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.
Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. will be required to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( http://www.naces.org ) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation ( https://www.wes.org/ ).
Applications must be submitted online by the closing date.
If you have any questions, please contact the Recruitment and Examination Division at the number(s) listed below:
410-545-5554
Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. Please call at 410-545-5554. SHA is committed to complying with the letter and spirit of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
SHA does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation.
Issue Date: 06/17/2026