Environmental Analysis Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

Introduction
The WI Department of Transportation (WisDOT), Division of Transportation System Development (DTSD) is seeking an interested and qualified individual to fill an Environmental Analysis & Review Specialist Advanced vacancyin the Bureau of Technical Services.
This full time permanent position will be headquartered at one of the Wisconsin DOT DTSD offices in the following cities: Madison, Eau Claire, Superior, Wisconsin Rapids, Waukesha, Green Bay, La Crosse, Rhinelander.
This position offers a hybridized work schedule. The position will be headquartered at and required to work from the one of the offices listed above at least 2 days per week. All employees working a hybrid work schedule are still expected to telework from within the State of Wisconsin. This topic will be discussed more at the time of the interview.
WisDOT is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of paid leave time to start, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick time that roll over each year.
• Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits (health plan options start at just $49/month for single plans and $122/month for family plans after two months of employment)
• A casual office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and telework options depending on the position's requirements
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being
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In addition to our generous employee benefits, we strive for inclusivity and celebrate different religious holidays and cultural observances and provide flexibility for utilizing paid time off for such celebrations. For more information on WisDOT you can visit our website by clicking here
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is an organization dedicated to creating transportation solutions through innovation and exceptional service. We are committed to fostering an environment rooted in Integrity, Diversity, Excellence, and Accountability. Click here to learn more about how we apply these values in our work.
Every day, WisDOT's Division of Transportation System Development plays the leading role in the upkeep and improvement of nearly 12,000 miles of state highways and bridges used by millions of people. You'll find that behind every barrel is a dedicated team from a wide array of backgrounds including engineering, planning, environmental services, public outreach, real estate, finance and many more. It can be a challenging job, but we think you'll find it's an awfully rewarding one, too.
We're looking for detail-oriented critical thinkers to help deliver a quality program to build, improve and maintain transportation infrastructure throughout the state. We encourage anyone at any point in any career to take a look at WisDOT opportunities and give some thought to how your skills and resume line up. Having a good attitude, a willingness to learn and a passion for creating lasting, impactful work will go a long way here. It's a big system with lots of opportunity and responsibilities.
Are you up for it? At WisDOT, you can Build the Future - NOW.
Position Summary
Under general supervision, this position provides statewide program leadership and serves as a Department of Transportation Environmental Process and Documentation Specialist. This position provides environmental process and policy guidance to department staff and consultants; develops and updates policy documents such as those in the WisDOT FDM; develops and delivers environmental training to department staff, consultants or contractors; and provides QA/QC review of department environmental documents.
This position will also provide research, analysis, consultation and coordination services on proposed environmental laws and regulations including the development and recommendation of department responses to initiating bodies. The position synthesizes state and federal environmental laws and their related regulations and processes them into departmental operating policy. This position assists the Department's operating units and consultants in the development, implementation, and documentation of environmental processes under the provisions of the National and Wisconsin Environmental Policy Acts, other state and federal law, rule and guidance, and the department's environmental operational policies, guidelines and procedures. Additionally, the position analyzes and evaluates the impacts of department plans, programs and projects on the environment, and recommends alternate courses of action or techniques which would improve or mitigate impacts.
To view the full position description, please reach out to Sonam Lhanze at sonam1.lhanze@dot.wi.gov
Salary Information
This position is in schedule-range (15-03) with an annual salary of $66,560 - $87,360, plus excellent benefits . A twelve month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan.
Job Details
This state agency does not sponsor work visas. This state agency is not enrolled in USCIS E-Verify and is not eligible to employ international F-1 students seeking STEM-OPT extension. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States.
Prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check which may include FBI fingerprinting.
Qualifications
Qualified applicants will have experience with all the following:

• Experience referencing environmental laws, rules, policies and/or procedures (such as 23 CFR 771 and Wisconsin Administrative Code Trans 400, or other equivalent state or local laws, etc.)
• Experience reviewing and commenting on draft environmental policy and/or environmental documents.
• Experience assisting in development and/or delivery of environmental training.
• Experience participating in meetings with diverse audiences of stakeholders (such the public, governmental and/or environmental regulatory staff, etc.)

In addition to having all the above, well qualified applicants will also have experience with one or more of the following

• Experience researching and/or applying environmental laws, rules, policies and/or procedures (such as 23 CFR 771 and Wisconsin Administrative Code Trans 400, or other equivalent state or local laws, etc.)
• Experience leading or assisting with development of environmental policy and/or environmental documents.
• Experience leading the development and/or delivery of environmental training.
• Experience leading meetings with diverse audiences of stakeholders (such as the public, governmental and/or environmental regulatory staff, etc.)

How To Apply
Apply online! To apply, click "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don't have an account. Once you are logged in, click "Apply for Job." Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.
This application requires you to submit a resume and letter of qualifications. Within your resume and letter of qualifications, you should describe your education, training, and experience as it relates to items listed in the "Qualifications" section of the job announcement. Your application materials are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for the position. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in these materials, please view the Resume and Letter of Qualifications Tips document. Please view the ensuring a fair and equitable hiring process document to find out more information on the State of WI selection process. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume within 1-3 pages. Any resumes or letters of qualifications submitted with more than 3 pages will not be considered after page 3.
Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.
The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page and review method 2 for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.
Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. For general wisc.jobs user information and if you are experiencing issues and need technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs Frequently Asked Questions page. Questions related to obtaining the job description and details about this specific job posting can be directed to Sonam Lhanze at sonam1.lhanze@dot.wi.gov
Deadline to Apply
The deadline to apply is Thursday August 20th 2026 at 11:59pm CST.