NEPA Specialist
Job in
Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska, 68511, USA
Listed on 2026-08-15
Listing for:
State-of-Nebraska
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-15
Job specializations:
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Government
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Science
Environmental Compliance & Protection, Environmental Consulting, Environmental Science
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Hiring Agency:
Transportation
- Agency 27
Location:
Lincoln, NEHiring Rate:$33.974
Job Posting:
JR NEPA Specialist (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):08-26-2026
Job Description:
The Nebraska Department of Transportation is seeking a NEPA Specialist to join the Project Development team. As a NEPA Specialist, you will work with an interdisciplinary team of professionals to ensure consideration of the environment during the transportation planning process. This position plays a vital role in documenting environmental decisions and ensuring NDOT compliance with established rules, regulations, and procedures. Our team of environmental specialists and technical experts provides a supportive and collaborative work environment that offers many opportunities to learn and grow professionally.
We reward our employee’s hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
State-matched retirement contribution of 156%13 paid holidays
Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
Military leave
Tuition reimbursement program
Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
79% employer-paid health insurance plans
Dental and vision insurance plans
Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
Training and Development based on your career aspirations
Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
Employee Assistance Program Fun, inviting teammates
Free parking
If unable to fill at the Highway Environmental Biologist II level, NDOT will consider applicants at the Highway Environmental Biologist I level.
- Highway Environmental Biologist I pay range is $29.543 - $43.550 per hour. The pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints if approved.
- Highway Environmental Biologist II pay range is $33.974 - $50.081 per hour. The pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints if approved.
JOB DUTIESGather, analyze, and assemble data necessary to determine the environmental impact associated with road construction upon locales within the state.
Prepare Environmental Impact Statements, Environmental Assessments, Categorical Exclusions, and Section 4(f) Statements.
Review environmental documents prepared by others.
Manage environmental consultants.
Review and respond to agency and public comments received on reports prepared; prepare final and/or supplemental reports based on comments received or upon project changes.
Coordinate with the Federal Highway Administration and other Federal, State and/or Local Agency representatives during the environmental process to obtain environmental knowledgeable of Federal and State environmental regulations and policies.
Assist project sponsors in determining the appropriate level of environmental documentation needed for federal-aid projects.
Gather technical data using computer-based programs to support environmental document development and regulatory agency consultations.
Research environmental topics to assist in policy development.
Conduct and oversee environmental compliance and monitoring projects to determine environmental conditions before, during, and following construction.
File and retrieve records, files, and field plans.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Hwy Environmental Biologist I:
Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or technical discipline related to environmental assessment or compliance review principles and practices including but not limited to biological sciences, agricultural/soil sciences, geography, landscape architecture, ecology/environmental studies, or related engineering disciplines. Additional years of experience in the above work areas may substitute for the bachelor’s degree requirement on…
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