GLO - Natural Resources Specialist I (Port Neches)

Texas General Land Office

Port Neches (TX)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Free Parking

Defined Retirement Benefit Plan

Medical Insurance

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

The Texas General Land Office is seeking a Natural Resources Specialist I in Port Neches to perform routine natural resources investigations, enforce oil spill prevention, and assist in recovery operations. This entry-level role includes training and requires a degree in natural sciences or related fields. Employees will be involved in environmental safety, handling pollution incidents, and inspecting facilities, playing a vital role in Texas's ecological stewardship.

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited four-year college/university required.
Substitution of education for full-time work experience possible.

Responsibilities

Assists in investigations and drafts spill reports.
Conducts inspections and audits on facilities.
Operates boats and maintains spill response equipment.

Skills

Environmental safety & health

Emergency management

Oil handling operations

Education

Degree in natural sciences

Job description

GLO - Natural Resources Specialist I (Port Neches)

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The Texas General Land Office is seeking a Natural Resources Specialist I (Response Officer Candidate) within the Oil Spill Prevention and Response Department of the agency.

Performs routine journey-level) natural resources work for the Texas General Land Office Oil Spill Division, La Porte Office. Work includes training on and conducting technical and natural resources pollution investigations and enforcing the Oil Spill Prevention and Response Act (1991). Works under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs other job duties as assigned. Employees may assist in post-storm recovery operations, consistent with their experience, training, and availability, under regional management coordination. Availability is required during regular and after-hours for oil spill response and training, including planned and unannounced drills. Some events may require overnight travel.

Our Mission

The Texas General Land Office primarily serves the schoolchildren, veterans, and the environment of Texas. The agency does so by preserving our history, maximizing state revenue through innovative administration, and through the prudent stewardship of state lands and natural resources.

What Your Contributions To The GLO Will Be

Assists in investigations, assessments, and drafts spill reports on actual or threatened coastal marine oil spills which may include assisting in the directing of contractors duringsmall spills. Trains to conduct the collection and analysis of petroleum pollutants.
Trains to conduct inspections/audits on waterfront oil handling facilities, review oil spill contingency plans for facilities and OPA/OSPRA vessels, conduct transfer monitors, conduct vehicle and boat patrols; trains to complete proper forms and makes recommendations regarding findings, and conducts follow-up inspections as needed.
Operates and maintains technical equipment including boats (up to and including 27’ boat), skimmers, other basic spill response equipment, performs preventative maintenance and the preparation of all paperwork.
Trains to serve as liaison with local industry groups, the general public and local/state/federal agencies. Trains to conduct educational presentations and training programs.Assists in field studies, and in evaluating programs and techniques as requested.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college/university with a degree in either natural sciences, marine transportation, environmental studies, or related field.
Applicant may substitute education on a year for year basis full-time work in one of the following fields: environmental safety & health, emergency management, maritime industry, oil handling operations, shoreline cleanup assessment or related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience responding to or operating in coastal oil spills.
Experience pulling trailers and operating boats up to 27 feet in length.
Experience with or know the different containment boom techniques and how they’re applied, or oil cleanup procedures.
Federal or state regulatory experience.
Experience operating in an Incident Command System with training in ICS-100 & 200.
Current 40-hour certification in Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Responder, or current 8-hour refresher certified.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the employee to primarily perform sedentary office work; however, mobility (moving around the worksite) is routinely required to carry out some duties. This position requires extensive computer, telephone and client/ customer contact and communication. It requires the ability to move and position oneself as needed for filing and similar routine office duties. The job also requires normal cognitive abilities requiring the ability to learn, recall, and apply certain practices and policies. It requires the stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions. Ability to read printed materials and computer screens. The individual must be able to move and transport records, documents, boxes, and all related information and materials, weighing up to 20 pounds when required.

Compensation And Benefits

Free Parking
Defined Retirement Benefit Plan Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
Medical Insurance - State pays 100% of the health plan premium for eligible full-time employees and 50% of the premium for their eligible dependents. The State pays 50% of the eligible part-time employees’ premium and 25% for eligible dependents.
Optional Benefits such as dental, vision, and life insurance.
Minimum of 96+ Hours of Annual Leave a year **Annual leave increases with length of service.
Professional Development Opportunities: The GLO offers numerous courses to help our employees grow using resources through LinkedIn Learning and our EAP provider.

Veterans

Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser:

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How To Apply

To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or in the CAPPS Career Section .
You may apply for the job directly through the CAPPS Career Section. It is not necessary to apply both through Work in Texas and the CAPPS Career Section.
Applications must be fully completed with a detailed job history, including job title, employment dates, employer name, supervisor's name and phone number, and a summary of responsibilities. Incomplete applications may lead to disqualification. Please be aware that resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed application.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

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