• Environmental Programs Specialist

    City of Harrisonburg (Harrisonburg, VA)


    

     

    Environmental Programs Specialist

     

    Salary

     

    $54,392.00 - $59,820.80 Annually

     

    Location

     

    Harrisonburg, VA

     

    Job Type

     

    Full-Time

     

    Job Number

     

    5720 - (Jan 2026)

     

    Department

     

    Public Works

     

    Opening Date

     

    01/16/2026

     

    Closing Date

     

    Continuous

    FLSA

    Non-Exempt

     

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    Description

    Are you looking to grow your environmental career while leading programs and activities that make our city cleaner, healthier, and future-ready? If so, apply today to the Public Works Department's Environmental Programs Specialist opportunity!

     

    The Environmental Programs Specialist is a full-time position with benefits and a preferred hiring range of $26.15 - $28.76 per hour (equivalent to $54,392.00 - $59,820.80 annually); however, an exact salary will be dependent upon the selected candidate's qualifications and experience and in compliance with City policy.

     

    As the Environmental Programs Specialist, you'll administer the Harrisonburg Conservation Assistance Program (HCAP), ensuring program compliance and preparing budgetary, financial, and statistical reports. The role oversees stormwater education and outreach along with curriculum development and coordinates stormwater, sustainability, and greenspace events while cultivating partnerships with schools, community groups, and businesses to support environmental education. You'll have an opportunity to support the implementation of the City’s Environmental Action Plan (EAP), assist with the City’s Phase II MS4 permit and the Drainage Improvement Program implementation, and help conduct periodic inspections of stormwater utility fee-related Best Management Practices and water quality monitoring. Responsibilities also include researching, reviewing, and preparing grant funding opportunities, applications, and reports. In the role, you'll prepare periodic financial and non-financial materials such as reports and memoranda, respond to resident and intergovernmental inquiries on environmental programs, and deliver presentations and reports to City teams, committees, and community audiences.

     

    A detailed list of the ideal candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities, along with the physical requirements, for this position is available in the class specification (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harrisonburg/classspecs/1806184?keywords=5720&pagetype=classSpecifications) .

    Minimum Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in environmental studies or science, urban planning, education, engineering, or closely related field, and moderate (1-3 years) experience creating or leading educational events, grant writing, program administration, or similar work. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be used to meet this requirement.

    + Valid driver's license.

    + Current possession or the ability to obtain the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Stormwater Management Inspector certification within 18 months of hire or as class scheduling permits.

    + Experience in environmental science and stormwater/water resource management for a municipal government MS4 program preferred but not required for consideration.

    The selected candidate for this position will be subject to the following screenings and must receive satisfactory results:

    + DMV Driving Record Review;

    + Criminal Background Investigation.

     

    Supplemental Information

     

    To Apply: All candidates must submit a complete City of Harrisonburg online employment application, including previous work experience and education history. This position may close at any time after 10 calendar days. (posted 01/16/2026)

     

    The City provides an excellent benefits package including health/dental/vision insurance, retirement (VRS and MissionSquare), life insurance, paid leave (including upfront sick leave) and 15.5 holidays.

     

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status.

     

    The City of Harrisonburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

     

    Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including 15.5 observed holidays. More information on available benefits is listed on the City's website (https://www.harrisonburgva.gov/benefits-and-compensation) .