Hybrid Mitigation Specialist - Wetlands & Waterways

Oregon Inc; Salem (OR); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

PERS retirement

Paid leave & holidays

Job summary

The Oregon Department of State Lands seeks a Mitigation Specialist (Natural Resource Specialist 4) to lead compensatory mitigation credit delivery and policy support across Oregon. You will coordinate with Tribes, federal, state and local partners and serve as a statewide technical expert in mitigation strategies.

The role requires an advanced understanding of wetlands and waterways, travel across the state, and a hybrid remote schedule.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of experience in aquatic natural resources.
• Bachelor’s degree in a natural resource field (biology, ecology, natural resources, environmental science).
• Master’s degree may substitute for up to 1 year of experience; Doctorate may substitute for up to 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Project Management and Technical Assistance: lead mitigation delivery proposals through approvals and coordinate reviews.
• Policy Development and Support: interpret laws, explain policies, and advise on changes.
• Agency Representation: represent the department in meetings and public communications; develop outreach materials.
• Program Monitoring and Reporting: lead credit reporting and contribute to strategic planning.

Skills

Mitigation policy

Technical communication

GIS skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in natural resources

Master’s degree substitute for experience (1 year)

Doctorate substitute for experience (2 years)

Job description

The Oregon Department of State Lands seeks a Mitigation Specialist (Natural Resource Specialist 4) to lead compensatory mitigation credit delivery and policy support across Oregon. You will coordinate with Tribes, federal, state and local partners and serve as a statewide technical expert in mitigation strategies.

The role requires an advanced understanding of wetlands and waterways, travel across the state, and a hybrid remote schedule.