Environmental Resource Specialist.

US Army Corps of Engineers; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

US Army Corps of Engineers is seeking an Environmental Resource Specialist to prepare environmental compliance documents and assessments for civil works projects. You will conduct ecological field studies and habitat evaluations to assess project impacts, and apply environmental laws to ensure compliance while coordinating with federal, state, and local agencies.

The role involves developing scopes of work for environmental research and monitoring, reviewing contractor environmental documents

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines.
• Experience includes preparing environmental assessments or impact statements and coordinating with agencies.
• Ability to apply NEPA, Clean Water Act, and other environmental laws.

Responsibilities

• Prepare environmental compliance documents and assessments for Corps of Engineers projects.
• Conduct ecological field studies and habitat evaluations to assess project impacts.
• Apply environmental laws and regulations to ensure project compliance and coordinate with agencies.
• Develop and manage scopes of work for environmental research and monitoring studies.
• Review contractor-prepared environmental documents to verify compliance with standards.
• Coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies to integrate environmental considerations into project planning.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Field studies

Regulatory knowledge

Agency coordination

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological sciences

Job description

• Prepare environmental compliance documents and assessments for Corps of Engineers projects.
• Conduct ecological field studies and habitat evaluations to assess project impacts.
• Apply environmental laws and regulations to ensure project compliance and coordinate with agencies.
• Develop and manage scopes of work for environmental research and monitoring studies.
• Review contractor-prepared environmental documents to verify compliance with standards.
• Coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies to integrate environmental considerations into project planning.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 25% of the time.
• This position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315.
• Incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a state issued driver’s license.
• Required to work on boats in field environments.
• Required to wear flotation devices while working aboard boats.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See

• Current Civilian Employees of the Command
• Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
• Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act
• Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473
• Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
• Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible
• Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
• Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible
• Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is

Basic Requirement For Environmental Resource Specialist:

• Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position.

OR

• Combination of Education and Experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

In Addition To Meeting The Basic Requirement Above, To Qualify For This Position You Must Also Meet The Qualification Requirements Listed Below:

Specialized Experience:

One year of specialized experience which includes: 1) preparing environmental assessments and impact statements for civil works projects to ensure compliance with federal environmental policies and regulations; AND 2) applying environmental laws and regulations such as the National Environmental Policy Act and Clean Water Act to coordinate compliance for assigned projects; AND 3) developing scopes of work and reviewing contractor-prepared environmental documents and biological monitoring studies to support project objectives. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11).

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Time in Grade Requirement

Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-11).

FOREIGN EDUCATION

If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit:

Additional information

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the
• This is an Engineers and Scientist (Resources and Construction) Career Program position aligned under the CASIE Career Management Directorate.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.
• A Relocation incentive may be authorized if it is in the best interest of the government.

Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests:

If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here:

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.