Natural Resources Engineer 1 -20080037

State of Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 43,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Ohio, Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Water in Franklin County, seeks a Natural Resources Engineer 1 to support reviews of dam and levee plans, perform hydrologic analyses, and conduct site inspections statewide.

Starting pay is $31.47 per hour with raises through the first 7.5 years, potential COLA, and FE/EIT certification requirement within 180 days.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree from a recognized school/college accredited by ABET or meeting NCEES Education Standard.
• Job Skills: Civil Engineering
• Technical Skills: Inspection Principles
• Professional Skills: Critical Thinking, Attention to Detail

Responsibilities

• Assist in reviews of detailed construction plans and specifications for dams and levees for compliance with criteria and make Recommendations for approval or modification.
• Assist with detailed hydrologic, hydraulic and stability analyses of embankments including spillways to evaluate integrity and safety.
• Travel to dam sites statewide to conduct and assist with detailed engineering inspections.
• Prepare, assist, and review written inspection reports

Skills

Civil Engineering

Attention to Detail

Critical Thinking

Inspection Principles

Education

Engineering degree (ABET-accredited or equivalent)

Job description

Organization

Natural Resources

Agency Contact Name and Information : Theresa Ellis, [e-mail] or 614-265-6332

Unposting Date

Oct 5, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location

OH Dept of Naturl Resc Complex 2045 Morse Rd Building D Columbus 43224

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation : $31.47

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours : M-F, 8 AM - 5 PM, (subject to change)

Union : OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Civil Engineering

Technical Skills : Inspection Principles

Professional Skills : Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking

Agency Overview

Who we are:
Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That’s just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all!

Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement!

Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair! Our central office campus at Fountain Square is like an oasis on Morse Road with private, secured parking, wildlife, a walking path, and natural areas including a small prairie and wetland. We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.

What we need:
We are seeking energetic, passionate people who want to play a key role for the position Natural Resources Engineer 1 within the Division of Water assigned to Franklin County. The address is 2045 Morse Road Columbus, OH 43229. To learn more about the Division of Water please visit Division of Water Resources | Ohio Department of Natural Resources .

Job Description

What you will do:

• Assist in reviews of detailed construction plans and specifications for dams and levees for compliance with appropriate criteria and make recommendations for approval, disapproval, or modification of the plans to project manager.
• Assist with detailed hydrologic, hydraulic and stability analyses of embankments that includes analysis of spillways and other appurtenances to evaluate their integrity and safety.
• Travel to dam sites throughout the state of Ohio to conduct and assist with detailed engineering inspections of existing and proposed dams.
• Prepare, assist, and review written reports of inspections
• Starting hourly pay of $31.47hr with multiple pay increases over your first 7.5 years of service, with an end salary of $46.08/hr.

• There may also be cost of living adjustments (COLA) applied. Longevity pay supplements begin after five (5) years of state service. For more details, refer to the OCSEA pay range schedule & longevity rates OCSEA Employees | Department of Administrative Services .

  TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT REQUIRED TO REMAIN IN THE CLASSIFICATION AFTER EMPLOYMENT:

  Must test & pass Fundamental of Engineering (FE) exam & be issued valid Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certificate by State Licensing Board within 180 days of start date.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and partial-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) &Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Engineering degree from recognized school or college which has been accredited by accreditation board for engineering & technology or that has been evaluated by National Council of Examiners for Engineering & Surveying (NCEES) Credentials Evaluations as meeting the NCEES Engineering Education Standard.
Job Skills: Civil Engineering

Technical Skills: Inspection Principles
Professional Skills: Critical Thinking, Attention to Detail

Supplemental Information

Application Requirements:
Please ensure your online application clearly indicates how you meet minimum qualifications (MQs). Transcripts are required for all coursework, degrees or educational accomplishments claimed on the application. Applicants must submit a transcript (can be unofficial until point of selection) by the posting deadline attach in the Additional Attachments section of the application submission [Step 6]). Should you have issues attaching, please email to: [e-mail]. “See resume” is not a substitution for completing supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education sections of the application. Applications that fail to demonstrate how they meet minimum qualifications will not be considered.

To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability please contact Mohammad Yakubu, EEO Regional/Program Administrator at 614-265-6992 or [e-mail].

Effective July 1, 2015 applicants must apply online for positions at all state agencies except the Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD).

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

STATUS OF POSTED POSITIONS: Applicants can view the status of this position by logging into their user profile on the Ohio Hiring Management System [OHMS] Home page at the following link careers.ohio.gov, and selecting "My Profile".

NOTES: Bargaining unit applicants will be given consideration for applicable positions, pursuant to collective bargaining agreement.

Selection devices, proficiency testing and/or assessments may be used to determine if an applicant meets and is proficient in the minimum qualifications for this position. If you are applying for the same classification within a six month period, your previous score from the selection instrument (interview, proficiency test and/or assessment) may be carried forward for consideration.

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ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.