Natural Resource Specialist

Bureau of Reclamation

Durango (CO)

Remote

USD 75,000 - 97,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligible

Job summary

Bureau of Reclamation is seeking a Natural Resources Specialist to help meet water demands in the West while protecting the environment. You will coordinate NEPA compliance, advise on environmental policies, and contribute to the planning of Reclamation projects.

Responsibilities include field studies, data analysis, and ensuring that projects comply with the Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act, and other laws. Telework is eligible for this position.

Qualifications

Requires a formal education in environmental science or related fields.
Knowledge of NEPA, ESA, CWA and other environmental laws is essential.
Ability to analyze and interpret environmental policies and directives.

Responsibilities

Coordinate, advise on, and implement NEPA directives for projects.
Schedule and track environmental activities and conduct field studies.
Provide input on environmental issues in planning, design, and operation of facilities.
Review reports and data to ensure compliance with environmental laws.

Skills

NEPA compliance

Environmental policy

Regulatory analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science

Job description

Reclamation is seeking a career professional looking for an opportunity to capitalize on their expertise as a Natural Resources Specialist. You can make a difference in the West by assisting in meeting increasing water demands while protecting the environment. Shape the future of public lands and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Coordinates, advises on, and implements the directives of Public Law 91-190, the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Assists Group Chief in identifying appropriate NEPA compliance within environmental policies and directives established by the Department of the Interior and Bureau of Reclamation to Western Colorado Area Office (WCAO) projects.

Schedules and tracks environmental activities. Conducts compliance activities related to the Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, and other environmental laws, regulations and policies. Plans and conducts field studies, conducts needed inventories and surveys, compiles, analyzes and verifies environmental data.

Provides professional input on environmental issues associated with planning, design, construction and operation of Reclamation facilities, projects and programs. Conducts field inspections and reviews a wide variety of reports, field data, plans, designs and specifications to ensure that they meet environmental laws and policies.

Salary Range Information (Per Annum): $74,678.00 TO $97,087.00 *First time hires to the federal government typically start at the beginning salary in the range for their respective grade level. This vacancy may be used to fill additional positions as vacancies become available.

Requirements & Education

This position has a mandatory education requirement. You must submit a copy of your transcript(s) to support claimed education if substituting education for experience. Transcripts must include your name, school name, grades, credit hours earned, major(s), grade point average or class ranking, and date the degree was conferred, if applicable. A typed list of courses, grades, semester/quarter hours, GPA, etc. will not be accepted.

Non-submission may result in being rated not qualified for the position. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work.

Foreign Education: To receive credit for education completed outside the United States, you must show proof that the education has been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs. Recognition of Foreign Qualifications | U.S. Department of Education.

https://www.ed.gov/about/initiatives/international-affairs/recognition-of-foreign-qualification

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Bureau of Reclamation, Department of the Interior.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $74678 – $97087/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-06.

How many openings are available?

There are 2 openings for this position.

Who is eligible to apply?