Environmental Specialist Jobs in Wisconsin

Environmental Specialist jobs in Wisconsin are consistently in demand, concentrated in environmental consulting, state and local government agencies, manufacturing compliance, and remediation services. Madison, Milwaukee, and Green Bay are the largest hiring metros, with employers like AECOM, Stantec, and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources maintaining a steady presence in the state. The most sought-after specialties include CERCLA site remediation, stormwater management, and air quality permitting, with openings at both the entry and senior levels. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles15
Top employerVeolia
Top cityWaukesha, WI
Cities hiring10
Work type100% On-site
Top industryDistribution

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Environmental Specialist I
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Environmental Specialist I
Veolia
Port Washington, Wisconsin
Specialized Engineering
Compliance & Legal
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Environmental Engineering
Compliance & Risk
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Environmental Specialist III
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Environmental Specialist III
Veolia
Port Washington, Wisconsin
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Environmental Health Specialist
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Environmental Health Specialist
US Indian Health Service
Rhinelander, Wisconsin
Compliance & Risk
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Environmental Science
$75k - $97k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in health sciences

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Environmental Specialist II
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Environmental Specialist II
Veolia
Port Washington, Wisconsin
Compliance & Risk
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Environmental Science
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
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Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
Hoffmaster
Clintonville, Wisconsin
Customer Service
Associate's degree
1,001-5,000

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Environmental Specialist Jobs by City in Wisconsin

Where Wisconsin roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Waukesha
3 jobs
Port Washington
3 jobs
Madison
2 jobs
Green Bay
1 job
Beaver Dam
1 job
Eagle River
1 job
Rhinelander
1 job
Clintonville
1 job
Pleasant Prairie
1 job

Environmental Specialist Job Market in Wisconsin

A snapshot from current Wisconsin openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Veolia3 open roles
Generac Power Systems3 open roles
Uline1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Distribution & Wholesale
  • Waste Management & Environmental Services

What Wisconsin Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in environmental specialist jobs across Wisconsin.

  • Bachelor's degree in environmental science, biology, geology, or a closely related field
  • Wisconsin DNR program familiarity or experience with Wisconsin NR-code regulations
  • Experience conducting Phase I or Phase II Environmental Site Assessments
  • Knowledge of stormwater management, wetland delineation, or air quality permitting
  • Proficiency with GIS software and environmental data management platforms
  • Strong technical writing skills for regulatory reports and agency correspondence

Environmental Specialist Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a environmental specialist in Wisconsin?

Most environmental specialist roles in Wisconsin require a bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, biology, or a related field. While Wisconsin does not mandate a single state license for the title itself, many positions expect or prefer the Professional Geologist credential issued by the Wisconsin Geologist and Hydrologist Examining Board, or the Registered Environmental Health Specialist credential through the Wisconsin Division of Public Health. Pursuing one of these credentials alongside relevant coursework significantly strengthens a candidate's standing with Wisconsin consulting firms and state agencies.

How much do environmental specialists make in Wisconsin?

Environmental specialists in Wisconsin earn a median of about $72,820 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $48,580 for the lowest 10% to over $104,360 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire environmental specialists in Wisconsin?

Employers hiring environmental specialists in Wisconsin right now include Veolia, Generac Power Systems, and Uline, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Wisconsin's concentration of remediation contractors, engineering consultancies, and state environmental agencies keeps demand broad and relatively consistent across the year.

Which Wisconsin cities have the most environmental specialist jobs?

Waukesha, Port Washington, and Madison account for the largest share of environmental specialist openings in Wisconsin. Madison anchors demand through state government agencies and university-affiliated research, Milwaukee drives hiring through industrial compliance and consulting firms serving the manufacturing corridor, and Green Bay's mix of paper industry legacy sites and municipal work supports a consistent stream of remediation and permitting roles.

Are there remote environmental specialist jobs in Wisconsin?

Yes, but they're rare. Environmental specialist work is largely field-based, requiring site visits, sample collection, and on-site regulatory inspections that cannot be done remotely. About 0% of environmental specialist openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve data analysis, report writing, or project management duties rather than direct fieldwork.

How can I get hired as a environmental specialist in Wisconsin with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an environmental technician or field technician role with a consulting firm, which prioritizes a relevant degree over direct experience. Wisconsin-based firms like environmental engineering consultancies frequently hire new graduates for Phase I site assessment support and stormwater inspection work. Completing coursework in GIS, earning a Wisconsin stormwater management certificate through a technical college, or pursuing the entry-level Professional Geologist-in-training designation gives candidates a concrete edge when applying to the Wisconsin DNR or to mid-sized remediation contractors across the state.

Where can I find and apply to environmental specialist jobs in Wisconsin?

You can find and apply to environmental specialist jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current Wisconsin openings. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that match your experience.

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