Mitigation Project Manager

State of Oklahoma; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

The State of Oklahoma is seeking a Mitigation Project Manager to oversee all aspects of statewide wetland and stream mitigation banking projects, collaborating with the OCC wetlands program and the ODOT to meet Clean Water Act requirements. This role focuses on protecting and restoring natural resources through coordinated agency efforts and third-party collaborations.

You will identify mitigation bank locations, engage landowners, draft MBIs, supervise contractors, and manage budgets and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in agriculture, natural resource management, environmental science or related field is required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience managing complex environmental projects is required.
• Experience with conservation easements, mitigation banking, or land acquisition is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of state-led wetland and stream mitigation banking projects.
• Coordinate with OCC wetlands program and ODOT to meet regulatory requirements.
• Identify suitable mitigation bank locations within priority watersheds.
• Work with landowners to secure property or easements.
• Draft project prospectuses and MBIs; coordinate with regulatory agencies.
• Oversee design-build, construction, and contractor performance.
• Develop long-term maintenance plans and monitor project success.
• Manage project budgets and funding mechanisms.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and tribal regulations.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in agriculture, natural resource management, environmental science or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Posting Title
Mitigation Project Manager

Agency
645 CONSERVATION COMMISSION

Supervisory Organization
Conservation Commission

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time
Full time

Job Type
Regular

Compensation
Up to $80,000. Salary Based on Education and Experience.

Job Description

Basic Purpose

The primary duty of this position is to manage all aspects of state led wetland and stream mitigation banking projects. This position will work in close coordination with the Oklahoma Conservation Commission (OCC) wetlands program team under the supervision of the Technical Programs Director, to support the creation and management of mitigation banks, to meet the Clean Water Act permitting requirements of the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT). The Mitigation Project Manager will serve as a liaison between the OCC Wetlands Program and ODOT, coordinating across agencies to ensure programmatic goals are met.

Typical Functions

The employee in this position is expected to:

• Work under the direction of the Technical Programs Director and in coordination with the ODOT Clean Water Programs Manager;
• Identify suitable potential mitigation bank locations within ODOT priority watersheds;
• Work with private landowners to secure property through fee-title acquisition and/or third-party conservation easements;
• Coordinate with conservation partners to identify entities willing to hold the title and/or easements on mitigation banks;
• Draft project prospectuses and mitigation banking instruments (MBIs);
• Coordinate with the US. Army Corps of Engineers and Interagency Review Team (IRT) to ensure MBIs meet regulatory and programmatic requirements;
• Work with contractors on design-build specifications to deliver ecologically functional mitigation projects;
• Oversee contractors and construction to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to specification;
• Develop and implement long-term maintenance plans;
• Monitor project success according to documented performance standards and manage corrective actions as needed;
• Help identify and procure appropriate funding mechanisms for construction bonds and long-term maintenance;
• Manage project budgets to deliver fiscally responsible mitigation projects;
• Coordinate with federal, state and tribal partners to ensure projects comply with all relevant regulations;
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Level Descriptor

Levels are distinguished based on the complexity of assigned duties, the level of expertise required for completion of work assignments, and the responsibility assigned for the supervision of others.

At this level of this job family employees are assigned responsibilities involving the direction of a major environmental or consumer protection division, section or program. This may include providing technical supervision and training to environmental and public health personnel, including developing program procedures and planning, organizing and interpreting environmental or consumer protection programs for implementation within multiple administrative districts of the state, or in a major division or section involved in the enforcement of both federal and state laws related to environmental or public health control. Duties assigned include evaluation of technical quality of local environmental or consumer protection programs and personnel, making workload analysis and recommending program changes; monitoring inspections and analyzing activity levels to maximize utilization of personnel; supervise and ensure that inspections and surveys are performed in a standardized and uniform manner; and coordination of inspections, enforcement and work assignments with other divisions, programs and agencies.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in agriculture, natural resource management, environmental science or a related field.
• At least one (1) year of experience managing complex environmental projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) years of relevant professional experience OR a master’s degree from an accredited college or university in agriculture, natural resources management, environmental science, or a related field and three (3) years of relevant professional experience;
• Experience with conservation easements and/or land acquisition;
• Experience with mitigation banking;
• Experience providing construction oversight;
• Experience with contract management; and
• Experience with environmental compliance

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

• Knowledge of Oklahoma wetlands, streams, and more broadly Oklahoma ecosystems, including ecosystem services, land-use impacts, regulatory requirements, and management strategies;
• Strong organizational and project management skills including the ability to manage budgets, coordinate with partners, and oversee contractors;
• Knowledge of Oklahoma’s conservation community, including relevant stakeholders, conservation partners, and agencies involved in wildlife and environmental management;
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with team members;
• Proficiency with computers and contemporary software packages including Microsoft Office and ArcGIS software;
• Willingness to perform field work throughout the year under varying weather condition;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders.

Additional Information:

• The successful candidate must be a legal resident of the United States.
• The successful candidate must possess or obtain a valid Oklahoma driver’s license.
• Work travel could include all of Oklahoma with most initial travel expected in central or southcentral Oklahoma. Limited overnight stays are possible and out-of-state travel may be required, particularly for training purposes.
• OCC will provide training and supervisory guidance as necessary to support the employee in performing assigned duties and responsibilities.

Benefits :

• Generous leave including 15 days of vacation, 15 days of sick leave and 11 paid holidays annually.
• A comprehensive Benefit Package (https://oklahoma.gov/omes/divisions/human-capital-management/employee-benefits/health-insurance/enrollment-guides.html) with a generous benefit allowance (https://oklahoma.gov/content/dam/ok/en/omes/documents/2026-beg-UA.pdf) to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.