CONSERVATION SPECIALIST

State of New Hampshire; New Hampshire; On-site; USD 44,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Plan

Wellness Program

Life Insurance

Job summary

State of New Hampshire, Department of Military Affairs and Veterans Services, is seeking a Conservation Specialist to support NH Army National Guard environmental programs. The role involves researching, analyzing and evaluating the impacts of federal actions and proposed projects within environmental program areas.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience, possess a valid driver’s license, and be willing to travel statewide.

Qualifications

• Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree OR equivalent combination of 4 years of education and experience after high school in environmental-related fields.
• License/Certification: Valid driver’s license.
• Other Requirements: Pass a State Police records check; travel statewide; field condition work and potential exposure to risks.

Responsibilities

• Monitors facilities and coordinates with local, state and federal agencies to assess and ensure compliance with environmental laws and regulations for multiple environmental media programs.
• Coordinates with NHARNG personnel to maintain compliance.
• Develops INRMP for NH National Guard Training site and other sites in accordance with Sikes Act and DoD guidance.
• Plans, implements and coordinates Wetlands and Shoreland Water Quality Protection Act programs and conducts wetland surveys and mitigation.
• Utilizes GIS data and conducts site visits to collect environmental data and ensure data standards.

Education

Bachelor's degree OR 4 years education/experience in environmental field

Job description

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

Department of Military Affairs and Veterans Services

State Military Reservation - Environmental Section

Concord, NH

CONSERVATION SPECIALIST

Position #42526

$22.50/hour - $30.02/hour

37.5 Hour Basic Work Week

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Military Affairs and Veterans Services has a full-time vacancy for Conservation Specialist.

See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

Summary

Performs technical duties for the Department of Military Affairs and Veterans Services (DMAVS) in support of the New Hampshire Army National Guard (NHARNG) Environmental Programs. Researches, analyzes and evaluates the impacts of federal actions, proposed projects and military training within environmental program areas of responsibility.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS

Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree OR equivalent combination of 4 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in environmental science, environmental studies, environmental conservation, natural resources, biology, botany, wildlife, forestry, hydrology, or a related field.

License/Certification: Valid driver’s license

Other Requirements

• Must pass a State Police records check


• Must be able to travel statewide


• Must be able to walk and climb over rough terrain and to occasionally perform in certain field conditions that include a risk of minor injuries and/or exposure to toxic chemicals

Trainee Option

Not applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of local, state and federal laws and regulations in the environmental field


• Knowledge of Wildland Fire programs, controlled burns, and training as a prescribed fire Burn Boss

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS

Must pass a National Agency Check (NAC) to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC) used in the performance of assigned work duties within 12 months of hire and be eligible for renewal as a condition of employment

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No

Criteria: None

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No

Criteria: None

DISCLAIMERS

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.

When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

Responsibilities

• Monitors agency facilities and coordinates with local, state and federal agencies to assess and ensure compliance with applicable environmental laws and regulations for multiple environmental media programs. Coordinates with NHARNG personnel to maintain compliance. Investigates, develops and implements corrective actions and compliance plans.


• Plans, coordinates and implements a natural resource management program. Develops and implements an Integrated Natural Resource Management Plan (INRMP) for the NH National Guard Training site and other sites in accordance with the Sikes Act, Department of Defense, and Department of the Army and National Guard Bureau guidance.


• Plans, implements and coordinates an endangered species program. Plans and implements short and long-term studies of rare, threatened and endangered species (T&E) on DMAVS and NHARNG lands. Develops mitigation measures to minimize impacts. Consults with the US Fish and Wildlife Service, NH Fish and Game Department and the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources on proposed actions, potential impacts and permits.


• Plans, manages and coordinates a pest management program. Maintains and implements the NHARNG Integrated Pest Management Plan. Performs quality assurance and quality control of pest management activities.


• Plans, develops and utilizes data in an environmental Geographic Information System (GIS) in support of environmental conservation and compliance programs. Plans and conducts site visits to collect environmental data utilizing a global positioning system (GPS) receiver. Ensures GIS data meets National Guard Bureau and other federal and state data standards.


• Plans, implements and coordinates Wetlands and Shoreland Water Quality Protection Act programs. Plans and coordinates wetland surveys and studies on DMAVS and NHARNG lands. Reviews wetland and shoreland protection permit applications and compliance with permit conditions. Develops mitigation measures and corrective actions to minimize impacts.


• Evaluates need for wildland fire management activities by coordinating surveys and maintaining GIS data. Develops and recommends wildland fire management activities to support natural resource and threatened and endangered species management. Implements wildland fire management program activities including conducting prescribed burning in accordance with DMAVS and NHARNG Wildland Fire Management Plan.


• Performs as alternate subject matter expert and program manager for other environmental management programs as needed to possibly include water resources, cultural resources, wildland fire, flood plains and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).

For further information please contact Cheri Fitzgerald, Human Resources: [e-mail] or 603-227-1527.

Total Compensation Information

State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

• Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)


• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts


• State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan


• Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan


• $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance


• Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet: https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964