Environmental Mitigation Project Lead - Wetlands & Banks

State of Oklahoma; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

The State of Oklahoma is seeking a Mitigation Project Manager to oversee all aspects of statewide wetland and stream mitigation banking projects, collaborating with the OCC wetlands program and the ODOT to meet Clean Water Act requirements. This role focuses on protecting and restoring natural resources through coordinated agency efforts and third-party collaborations.

You will identify mitigation bank locations, engage landowners, draft MBIs, supervise contractors, and manage budgets and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in agriculture, natural resource management, environmental science or related field is required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience managing complex environmental projects is required.
• Experience with conservation easements, mitigation banking, or land acquisition is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of state-led wetland and stream mitigation banking projects.
• Coordinate with OCC wetlands program and ODOT to meet regulatory requirements.
• Identify suitable mitigation bank locations within priority watersheds.
• Work with landowners to secure property or easements.
• Draft project prospectuses and MBIs; coordinate with regulatory agencies.
• Oversee design-build, construction, and contractor performance.
• Develop long-term maintenance plans and monitor project success.
• Manage project budgets and funding mechanisms.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and tribal regulations.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in agriculture, natural resource management, environmental science or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

The State of Oklahoma is seeking a Mitigation Project Manager to oversee all aspects of statewide wetland and stream mitigation banking projects, collaborating with the OCC wetlands program and the ODOT to meet Clean Water Act requirements. This role focuses on protecting and restoring natural resources through coordinated agency efforts and third-party collaborations.

You will identify mitigation bank locations, engage landowners, draft MBIs, supervise contractors, and manage budgets and