Environmental Specialist 2 - 20075087

Ohio Department of Natural Resources; Cambridge (OH); On-site; USD 43,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources seeks an Environmental Specialist 2 for the Division of Mineral Resources Management, based in Vinton County, McArthur, OH. You will prepare project narratives, conduct AML investigations, coordinate NEPA activities, and supervise field reviews with contractors.

This role requires 4 years of relevant science experience or a related degree; travel may be needed. Starting pay is $31.47/hr, with increases up to $46.08/hr over 7.5 years, plus possible COLA.

Qualifications

• 4 years of training or experience in geology, hydrology, engineering, chemistry, biology, environmental science or related field.
• Degrees aligned with duties (engineering, chemistry, physics, biology, environmental science, earth science).
• Experience with field investigations, environmental compliance, and NEPA processes.
• Must have reliable transportation for field work.

Responsibilities

• Prepares project narratives, proposals, and documents to obtain funding for AML/AMD sites.
• Conducts AML investigations and screens sites for eligibility.
• Coordinates NEPA-compliance activities with field teams and consultants.
• Reviews field work against contract plans and specifications.
• Performs sampling, data interpretation, and manages AMD treatment systems.
• Travel may be required.

Skills

Environmental Services

Investigation

Public Relations

Critical Thinking

Responsiveness

Situational Awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, chemistry, physics, biology, environmental science, earth science, urban & regional planning, geology

4 years' training or experience in geology, hydrology, engineering, chemistry, physics, biology, environmental science or related field

Job description

What We Need

We are seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role for the position of Environmental Specialist 2 within the Division of Mineral Resources Management, headquartered at 29371 Wheelabout Rd. McArthur, OH 45651 in Vinton County. To learn more about the Division of Mineral Resources Management please visit Division of Mineral Resources Management.

What You Will Do…

• Prepares project narratives, proposals, and supplemental documents to obtain state and federal funding of abandoned mine land Public Health and Safety (PHS)/Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) sites.
• Conducts Abandoned Mine Lands (AML) complaint investigations and site investigations to evaluate potential mine-related problems and screens/reviews sites for program eligibility.
• Coordinates and conducts activities in the field and through consultants to ensure projects are compliant with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
• Conducts and/or coordinates field reviews of PHS/AMD construction sites/projects with various MRM staff, other ODNR divisions/offices, various federal and state agencies, and consultants to ensure that work is being done in accordance with contract plans and specifications.
• Conducts chemical sampling, interprets data, operates and maintains AMD treatment systems.
• May require travel
• Starting hourly pay of $31.47/hr with multiple pay increases over your first 7.5 years of service, with an end salary of $46.08/hr.
• There may also be cost of living adjustments (COLA) applied. Longevity pay supplements begin after five (5) years of state service. For more details, refer to the OCSEA pay range schedule & longevity rates OCSEA Employees | Department of Administrative Services.

4 yrs. trg. or 4 yrs. exp. in position involving geology or hydrology, engineering, chemistry, physics, biology, environmental science &/or other comparable physical or health science field, earth science &/or urban & regional planning, &/or mathematics &/or history &/or archaeology (i.e., latter two subject areas pertain only to positions in departments of transportation & natural resources) which included responsibility for conducting compliance monitoring surveys &/or inspections/reviews or investigations, or review of permit applications relative to oil & gas well operations or injection, annular disposal & saltwater injection wells & enhanced recovery projects or coal mining, or solid/hazardous waste sites or industrial & municipal wastewater dischargers, or conducting of historical &/or archaeological research or other research studies to evaluate impact of proposed transportation projects on historic properties or cultural resources, or collecting, compiling & preparing various environmental assessments, evaluations, reports & related documents. training & experience must be commensurate with duties to be assigned.

• Or baccalaureate degree in engineering, chemistry, physics, biology, environmental science, earth science &/or urban & regional planning, geology or other comparable physical or health science field or mathematics or history or archaeology (i.e., latter two subject areas pertain only to positions in departments of transportation & natural resources) with education to be commensurate with duties to be assigned.
• Or positions involved in providing financial, technical & administrative assistance for planning, design & implementation of environmental infrastructure & pollution abatement, & prevention projects, applicants must have completed undergraduate core coursework in business/public administration, public relations/marketing, political science or communications, or have 4 yrs. exp. in position involving public contact to explain policies, procedures & programs of agency, writing of promotional &/or explanatory publications & materials, budgeting, contract administration & working with others on team projects. Note: For all positions engaged in field work, applicants must be able to provide own transportation. New employees in EPA's solid waste program, excluding those in the solid waste planning unit, must obtain a sanitarian-in-training certificate during their probationary period.
• Or 12 mos. exp. as Environmental Specialist 1, 85861.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills:

Environmental Services, Technical Skills: Investigation, Public Relations, Professional Skills: Critical Thinking, Responsiveness, Situational Awareness.

Organization

Natural Resources

Agency Contact Name and Information

[e-mail] or 614-265--6406

Work Location

DNR Vinton

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Vinton County-McArthur

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours

M-F, 8 AM - 5 PM (subject to change)

Classified Indicator

Classified

Technical Skills

Environmental Services, Investigation, Public Relations

Agency Overview

Who we are:

Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That’s just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all!

Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement!

Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair! We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.