Environmental Project Manager

2 months ago

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States State Of Indiana Full time
Work for Indiana


Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies.

At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance.

Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.


At the State of Indiana, we don't just talk about diversity and inclusion—we make it our goal to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's population.

As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.


About Indiana Department of Environmental Management:


Our mission is to implement federal and state regulations to protect human health and the environment while allowing the environmentally sound operations of industrial, agricultural, commercial, and governmental activities vital to a prosperous economy.

We issue air, water, and solid and hazardous waste permits that restrict discharges to environmentally safe levels.

Staff members inspect and monitor regulated entities; provide compliance and technical assistance; monitor and assess air, land, and water quality; use enforcement actions as necessary to ensure compliance; and respond to incidents involving spills to soil or waters of the state.


Role Overview:


The role of this position is as a Project Manager in the State Cleanup Program in the Indiana Department of Environmental Management.

This role reports directly to the Section Chief for the State Cleanup Program.

The Project Manager is responsible for managing tasks, project goals, and timelines for successful completion of remediation/cleanup and closure of project sites contaminated with hazardous substances and petroleum which are regulated by the State Cleanup Program under Indiana's Hazardous Substances and Petroleum Releases laws.


The Project Manager will require exceptional organizational and communication skills and ability to think through and understand complex technical issues to develop and implement sound project plans.

Field work is required and will sometimes require days beyond the typical 7.5 hour work day, and possibly an occasional overnight stay.

The position is eligible for remote work after the probationary and training period is complete.

Salary Statement:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $53,222.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:

  • Serves as an environmental expert and provides guidance to regulated communities, government officials, attorneys and staff responsible for a variety of programs and program elements.
  • Project Management: Performs project management duties to ensure effective and timely management of program area needs, attends meetings, and responds to telephone calls, e mails, etc.
, as required. Acts as a technical point-of-contact for assigned programs administering environmental programs which may include, but not limited to, environmental media sampling, data analysis, technical writing, work plan and report preparation, technical reviews, etc.

  • Permits: Researches state and federal guidance, laws, and regulations related to permits.
Contacts applicants to request additional information to process applications, when necessary. Responds to comments from applicants, defends permit terms and conditions, and interacts with permittees to resolve permitting issues. Attends and participates in public meetings and hearings regarding permit actions throughout Indiana and/or appears in legal appeals of permit actions.

  • Inspection: Conducts surveys, inspections and investigations of facilities and sites, review projects/situations, reads plans, interprets findings, and cites appropriate violations of state and federal regulations.
Provides technical and regulatory guidance to the regulated community in their assigned geographic area.

  • Enforcement & Compliance: Uses all compliance and enforcement tools and resources available to ensure that regulated sources return to compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, and standards in a timely manner.
  • Support Services: Works to support the various programs in assigned agency in multiple capacities such as performing technical analysis, testing, risk assessment, and GIS Analysis.
  • Sampling: Assists with the preparation of sampling and analysis work plans.
Conducts field work as necessary following agency/section Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for assigned sites. Provides oversight of key events as necessary to ensure accurate technical decisions are made.

  • Technical Analysis & Testing: Conducts technical analysis and/or provides technical insights to assess environmental impacts with goals to meet state and national regulations.
  • Outreach Coordination: Communicates effectively with responsible parties, consultants, and/or their representatives, affected stakeholders, and interested parties such as citizens, public officials, and interest groups in a courteous and professional manner regarding permits, laws, questions, and program related inquiries.


The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. .

What You'll Need for Success:
You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

-a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Chemistry, Biology, Geology, Public Health or a related field.
-at least two (2) years of experience in an environmental or environmental public health field.
Related certifications and coursework may be considered for education or experience.

  • Broad knowledge of theories, environmental protection principles and practices, specialty area, and program area.
  • Thorough knowledge of chemistry, biology, hydrology, mathematics, engineering, and other environmental sciences as they relate to program area.
  • Thorough knowledge of soil, water, air sampling, laboratory analysis and interpretation as it relates to program area.
  • Ability to conduct surveys, inspections and investigations of facilities and sites, review projects/situations, read plans, interpret findings, and make recommendations.
  • Ability to prepare documents for administrative and regulatory action.
  • Excellent research and writing skills for preparing accurate, precise, clear, and thorough reports.
  • Ability to effectively interact and orally communicate with parties with diverse levels of environmental expertise particularly for purposes of meetings, hearings, and negotiating critically sensitive issues.
  • Ability to interpret and apply legal terminology and practices, and the ability these in a variety of conditions and situations.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

  • Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
  • Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
  • Health savings account, which includes bi weekly state contribution
  • Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
  • Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
  • Two (2) fully funded pension plan options
  • A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
-150 hours of paid new parent leave

  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
  • Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
-12 paid holidays, 14 on election years

  • Education Reimbursement Program
  • Group life insurance
  • Referral Bonus program
  • Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
  • Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Free Parking for most positions
  • Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:


The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance.

Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status.

We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at

The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants.

We encourage you if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.

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