Environmental Planner

Company: Suffolk County
Location: Hauppauge
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

The department of Economic Development and Planning is currently seeking to fill the role of Environmental Planner. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES : : ?Performs analysis of the environmental resources in an area and participates in the review of alternative policy and the development of planning recommendations. Knowledge of planning principles, as well as an understanding of environmental processes are required. Under the supervision of senior staff, participates in the analysis and preparation of environmental resource inventories, preparation of technical summary reports and public outreach information. Proposes guidelines and potential solutions for issues related to environmental programs and projects administered by the Department. Assists in the preparation and presentation of studies and reports relating to the analysis of environmental resources and conditions, and proposed land and water use plans for the Aquaculture Lease Program in Peconic Bay and Gardiners Bay and administers leases for the Program. Evaluates impacts of development and activities on surrounding natural resources; identifies critical ecosystems for protection against adverse environmental impacts and recommends alternative measures to minimize adverse impacts. Prepares maps and diagrams, overlaying necessary environmental and socio-economic information to identify present status of ecosystems and potential impact of proposed activities on those systems. Benefits For You Now And Your Future Health Insurance: Suffolk offers a comprehensive health insurance plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage Pension Paid Time Off: Vacation (2 weeks to start) is accrued based on length of service; sick leave allows employees to take time off for illness without sacrificing pay; personal days can be used for a variety of reasons; and thirteen (13) paid holidays. Work-Life Balance: County jobs offer regular working hours, reducing the need for overtime or irregular shifts. This helps employees maintain a good work-life balance. Overall, county government jobs offer a combination of competitive benefits and job security, making them an attractive option for many job seekers. Salary: $ 54,392 *This position does not offer relocation assistance at this time Sponsorship is not available for this role MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OPEN COMPETITIVE Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies, Biology, Geology, Environmental Planning, Marine Biology or Oceanography AND Two (2) years of experience in environmental planning. NOTE: Additional graduate education in the above listed fields or in Planning will be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis. This Role Is A Provisional Appointment A provisional appointment, which occurs only in the competitive class, is a temporary appointment to a position for which no eligible list exists or for which an eligible list exists with fewer than three candidates who are willing to accept the position. In order to become permanent, the employee who is provisionally appointed must take the next examination for the position in question. The appointment to the position is then made from among the three highest scoring passing candidates who indicate their willingness to accept the position. Civil Service law does not compel the appointing authority to choose the provisional employee should he or she be one of the three candidates Additional details regarding a Provisional Appointment can be reviewed at: https://www.suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/Civil-Service/faqs Suffolk County’s Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Equity: Our focus is to promote, support, and implement the County-wide diversity and inclusion strategic plan. We achieve results in all our responsibilities through the use of diversity and inclusion best practices. We maintain a familiarity with Diversity & Inclusion trends and best practices. Suffolk County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

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