Field Representative - HYBRID

State of North Carolina; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Carolina is seeking two Field Representatives to act as regional liaisons for the NC Land and Water Fund. These positions will involve working closely with local and state agencies, conducting outreach, and providing support for grant application processes. Successful candidates will support conservation efforts while facilitating project assessments and management across designated regions in North Carolina. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and align with responsibilities that involve significant public interaction.

Benefits

Hybrid telework eligibility

Employee health insurance options

Paid leave and retirement plans

Qualifications

• Experience in land conservation or stream restoration is required.
• Proficient in MS Office365 and cloud-based applications.
• Experience in public engagement and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a regional liaison for NC Land and Water Fund.
• Provide outreach and guidance for grant applications.
• Conduct field reviews and evaluations for project sites.

Skills

Land conservation

Public presentations

Community engagement

Grant application development

Education

Bachelor's degree in agricultural, biological, engineering, environmental or natural resource sciences

Tools

MS Office365

Google Office

ArcGIS

Job description

Description of Work

• THIS IS AN ANTICIPATED VACANCY*
  
  

WE ARE RECRUITING FOR MULTIPLE VACANCIES.

This posting is for TWO Field Representatives. One will cover the eastern portion of the state and the other will cover the central portion of the state. The duty station for both locations will be the North Carolina Land & Water Fund (NCLWF) Central Office in downtown Raleigh.

Alternative duty stations may be considered.

This position is deemed eligible for hybrid telework under DNCR’s Telework Policy

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This Position Is Located At

11 W. Jones St.

Raleigh, NC 27601

Primary Purpose Of Positions

These positions will serve as the regional liaison and principal regional contact for NC Land and Water Fund in the

respective regions within North Carolina. Field Representatives will work with local and state agencies and non-profit

organizations to provide outreach and guidance for development of grant applications as well as field review of

application project sites. The position also participates in application evaluation and final presentations to the

NCLWF Board of Trustees. The Eastern Region Field Representative generally covers areas from the coast to Durham.

The Central Field Representative covers areas from Durham to the Blue Ridge escarpment and northwest high-

country counties.

Key Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Outreach and guidance for local and state agencies and non-profit organizations on development of grant applications and project scopes.
• Detailed field and desktop review and evaluation of annual grant applications.
• Coordination of project details and issue management using NCLWF’s advanced project management applications.
• Development and presentation of project overview summaries to the NCLWF Board of Trustees.
• Applicant and grantee contact during pre-contract portions of the project lifecycle.
• Supporting NCLWF Program Administrators in project monitoring, close-out site visits, final project evaluation, and other special projects as needed.
  
  

Position/Physical Requirements

• Must be available to work Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm.
• Must have a valid driver’s license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.
• Must have the ability to frequently traverse long distances over rough terrain, often in remote and challenging environments and less-than-ideal weather conditions with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Must be available for frequent travel throughout the assigned region with some overnight in-state travel.
  
  

https://www.dncr.nc.gov/about/nature/division-land-and-water-stewardship

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities / Competencies

To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.

Qualified Candidates Must Have Or Be Able To

• Demonstrated experience in the field of land conservation OR stream and/or wetland restoration.
• Proficiency with business application solutions such as MS Office365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Office, Sharepoint, Airtable, or other cloud-based data management applications.
• Demonstrated experience with public presentations and community engagement.
  
  

Management Prefers

• Significant experience in the areas of natural resource management, conservation real estate, and/or stream restoration.
• Specific knowledge on current practices and programs related to land conservation, natural area management, and conservation funding in North Carolina.
• Experience with grant development and administration.
• Experience with landowner or client interaction in a conservation setting.
• Experience with ArcGIS or similar mapping software.
• Uploading of cover letter and resume are encouraged for this application.
  
  

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See of oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

Bachelor's degree in one of the agricultural, biological, engineering, environmental or natural resource sciences or a closely related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution

AND

two years of experience related to the area of assignment;

OR

an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supplemental and Contact Information

Section/Unit Description

The North Carolina Land and Water Fund (NCLWF) provides grant assistance to non-profits, local governments and

state agencies for the protection of natural resources in North Carolina. NCLWF funds projects that (1) enhance or

restore degraded waters, (2) protect unpolluted waters, and/or (3) contribute toward a network of riparian buffers

and greenways for environmental, educational, and recreational benefits, (4) provide buffers around military bases to

protect the military mission, (5) acquire land that represents the ecological diversity of North Carolina, and (6) acquire

land that contributes to the development of a balanced State program of historic properties.

The North Carolina Land and Water Fund Stewardship Program is primarily responsible for monitoring NCLWF-held

conservation agreements across North Carolina.

Division Description

The Division of Land and Water Stewardship is a non-regulatory division within DNCR that provides information and

assistance to support effective conservation. The office is an integral part of the state’s conservation efforts, and

seeks to maintain a positive relationship with communities through partnerships with local, state, and federal

agencies, industries, organizations, and private citizens.

Agency Description

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) takes care of the things that people love about North Carolina. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including 27 historic sites, seven history museums, two art museums, five science museums, four aquariums, 35 state parks, four recreation areas, dozens of state trails and natural areas, the North Carolina Zoo, the State Library, the State Archives, the N.C. Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the N.C. Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. The Department’s vision is to be the leader in using the state's natural and cultural resources to build the social, cultural, educational, and economic future of North Carolina. Everyone is welcome. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team!

The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence.

We are an Employment First state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community.

Application Process

Please watch our video here that walks you through each step of the application process.

Be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.

Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.

Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application, to support your answers.

If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.

Degree/College Credit Verification

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.

Veteran’s and National Guard Preference

Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application.

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.

Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DNCR is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DNCR will ensure that persons with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

Employment Eligibility It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and DNCR that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).

Sign On Bonus Eligibility

To be eligible for a sign-on bonus, the candidate must not have worked as a probationary, permanent, or time-limited employee in the last 12 months as an employee in North Carolina state government, including without limitation the judicial system, state executive branch agencies, and the university system, subject to the State Human Resources Act.

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Contact Information

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division of Human Resources

Caroline McClintock

109 E. Jones St., Raleigh, NC 27601

919-814-6670

[e-mail]

NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.

For Permanent And Time-limited Appointments

Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.

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I understand that DNCR requires a complete description of education and work history with all employment experience detailed to be considered for employment. I have included all this information within my application. (If you have not completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting.)

• Yes, I understand this requirement.
  
  

02

If offered this position, are you willing to accept a salary within the posted recruitment range of $50,663 - $60,978?

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

If you have graduated from a college or university, please list your major and degree type. If you do not have a degree, please type N/A.

04

Where did you learn about this job opportunity?

• Career Fair
• Employee Referral
• Facebook
• Google
• Handshake
• Indeed
• JoinNC website
• LinkedIn
• NC Tech
• NCWorks
• OSHR Website (Office of State Human Resources)
• GovernmentJobs.com
• Professional Association or Industry-specific job board
• Other
  
  

05

Have you been affected by federal funding reductions or by Hurricane Helene, and, if so, which of these?

• Yes- federal funding reductions
• Yes- Hurricane Helene
• No
  
  

06

This Position Regularly Drives a State-owned Vehicle Which Requires a Valid Driver’s License Issued From Within The United States. Please Select Which Statement Applies To You

• I have a valid driver’s license issued from within the United States.
• I do not have a valid driver’s license issued from within the United States, but I am able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.
• I do not have a valid driver’s license issued from within the United States, and I will not be able to obtain one.
  
  

07

This position's job duties frequently require traversing long distances over rough terrain, often in remote and challenging environments and less-than-ideal weather conditions. Are you able to perform the work in these conditions with or without reasonable accommodation?

• Yes
• No
  
  

08

This position's job duties involve frequent travel throughout the region and will require some overnight in-state travel. Are you available to work this schedule?

• Yes
• No
  
  

09

This position requires a work schedule of Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm. Are you available to work this schedule?

• Yes
• No
  
  

10

How many years demonstrated experience do you have in the field of land conservation OR stream and/or wetland restoration?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• At least 1 year but less than 3 years
• At least 3 years but less than 5 years
• At least 5 years but less than 7 years
• 7 years or more
  
  

11

How many years demonstrated experience do you have with public presentations and community engagement?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• At least 1 year but less than 3 years
• At least 3 years but less than 5 years
• At least 5 years but less than 7 years
• 7 years or more
  
  

12

What is your level of proficiency with business application solutions such as MS Office365 (Word, Excel, Powerpoint), Google Office, Sharepoint, Airtable, or other cloud-based data management applications?

• No experience
• Beginner (able to create a document and do basic formatting, able to create a basic spreadsheet with tables of information and format it for printing, able to create a simple presentation, run it, and print it.)
• Intermediate (able to insert page breaks, create headers/footers, create mail merges, and insert graphics, able to create auto-calculating spreadsheets, draw pictures, and sort and filter tables of data, able to work with slide show options with graphics, animation and multimedia inserting movies and sound.)
• Proficient (can create automatically generated tables of contents and merge form letters from a database of addresses, able to create pivot tables, write macros, and link Excel spreadsheets, can create interactive objects by using hyperlinks and action buttons, explore online meetings and broadcast presentations.)
  
  

13

• Do you have significant experience in the areas of natural resource management, conservation real estate, and/or stream restoration?
• Yes
• No
  
  

14

• Do you have specific knowledge on current practices and programs related to land conservation, natural area management, and conservation funding in North Carolina?
• Yes
• No
  
  

15

• Do you have experience with grant development and administration?
• Yes
• No
  
  

16

• Do you have experience with landowner or client interaction in a conservation setting?
• Yes
• No
  
  

17

• Do you have experience with ArcGIS or similar mapping software?
• Yes
• No
• Required Question