Environmental Protection Specialist (Agricultural Advisor)

Environmental Protection Agency • Full-time • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania • $117.28k - $180.18k / year • 1d ago

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Open: April 15, 2026 — Closes: April 20, 2026

Summary

This position is in Office of the Regional Administrator, Region 3. About Region 3: Region 3 This is an office-centered position--you must physically report to the duty station stated in this announcement on a regular basis.

Major Duties

You will: Advise and assist the Regional Administrator in coordinating,understanding and taking action on agricultural sector activities in Region 3. Serve as an authoritative resource on policy and provide expert advice to all levels of staff and management. Provide project management, by coordinating interdisciplinary projectteams to identify, plan and prioritize work and strategies. When entering a Federal job at a grade level lower than the highest promotion potential level, you may be promoted to more complex duties and work more independently, as your career progresses. NOTE: Career ladder promotions are not automatic, and all eligibility and qualifications requirements must be met in order to progress to the next grade level. You will spend less than 25% of your work time on contracts, grants/cooperative agreements, and/or interagency agreements. One or more positions may be filled (in the organization advertised and/or in other organizations), if appropriate to the position. Grow your career for the good of our planet The environmental challenges we face today are urgent. At the Environmental Protection Agency, we need professionals like you to join our team dedicated to safe, clean, and healthy communities. Our agency is built upon a commitment to protect human health and the environment. The work we do here changes the world. That's why there has never been a more crucial moment to be one of the scientists, engineers, community leaders, IT specialists, communicators, administrative professionals, technicians, problem solvers, and innovators united in our mission to protect our land, air, water, and people. Join us. Be EPA. Discover how you can apply your skills to make an impact. Explore careers and learn more about EPA at epa.gov/careers.