Environmental Engineer

$2,500 Hiring Incentive

Current Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources and Those from Other State Agencies Do Not Qualify

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Job

Agency:
Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources

Location:

Pierre, SD

Salary: $32.06 per hour ($66,684 annual equivalent)

Pay Grade: E1

Closing Date: 02/18/2026

The mission of the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) is to protect and preserve the state’s agriculture, environment, and natural resources with the vision of a prosperous economy, diverse agricultural opportunities, clean air, clean water, and healthy families.

DANR’s Environmental Funding Program is looking for an Engineer to assist with the protection of South Dakota s water quality and improving the quality of life for residents by providing engineering-related administrative and technical oversight to water, wastewater, and solid waste projects which have received grant or loan assistance through the various funding programs administered by the department.

• Our team is responsible for helping improve water and sewer infrastructure throughout South Dakota by working with municipalities, rural water systems, and other political subdivisions to promote public health, protect the environment and provide opportunities for economic development.
• Entering public service provides you the opportunity to become a steward of public policy and contribute to the improvements that are vital to quality of life.
• You will join a team of engineers and financial professionals who work together to finance water and sewer infrastructure projects throughout South Dakota. This assistance is accomplished by:
• conducting initial engineering evaluations of preliminary engineering reports and facilities plans to determine if proposed projects are technically viable, environmentally sound, and eligible for funding;
• working within a team concept to develop grant and loan financing packages;
• determining the level of environmental review necessary projects and preparing the appropriate environmental documentation;
• reviewing plans and specifications and addendums for water, wastewater, and storm water projects for compliance with accepted design standards and programmatic requirements;
• reviewing and approving pay requests for accuracy and assuring reimbursement is for program eligible costs;
• attending pre-construction meetings and conducting construction inspections to ensure projects are constructed in accordance with approved plans and specifications and meeting all funding requirements;
• reviewing contract change orders for compliance with accepted design standards, state bid law, and other programmatic requirements;
• providing technical assistance to municipal officials, consulting engineers, planners, and other governmental agencies.

These inspections are performed outside in all weather conditions and are performed in settings with uneven terrain, construction equipment, and noise. The position requires statewide travel approximately 10-15 percent of the time with occasional overnight stays. Office work includes sitting at a desk for long periods of time using a computer. Normal working hours are 8:00 a.m.

- 5:00 p.m., five days per week. The position works closely with municipalities and other units of government, consulting engineers, and planning districts.

This is a Full-Time position with the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources. For more information on the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

We offer a $2,500 hiring and retention incentive; the first half of the incentive will be paid to you by your second paycheck. The remainder of the incentive is paid after you have worked with us for 15 months. The state of South Dakota offers a generous health benefits package, which includes health, vision, and dental insurance. Additionally, South Dakota has one of the top retirement systems in the nation.

You can view our benefits information here. The state of South Dakota understands the importance of having a work/life balance and this position includes paid…