Natural Resources Specialist

Colorado State University; United States; Hybrid; USD 91.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Colorado State University’s Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands seeks a Natural Resource Specialist to support ANG programs. You will interpret environmental regulations, conduct EIAP reviews, and guide installations on compliance.

The role involves data management, reports, and collaboration across ANG and CSU teams. Hybrid or remote work may be considered; travel to ANG installations and DoD sites is required.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree required in natural resources, biology, environmental science, ecology, or closely related field.
• Minimum of five years of professional experience in natural resources management, environmental compliance, or related areas.
• Experience interpreting environmental regulations (ESA, CWA, MBTA, FIFRA) and applying them to military installations.
• Experience interpreting project plans, drawings, or technical documents for compliance impacts.
• Proficiency with GIS, natural resource databases, and environmental data management systems.

Aufgaben

• Interpret and apply environmental regulations for military installations (NEPA, ESA, CWA, MBTA, FIFRA).
• Conduct EIAP reviews by evaluating project plans and drawings to assess impacts and compliance.
• Review natural resource surveys, biological assessments, INRMPs and IPM plans for quality and compliance.
• Track INRMP and survey update requirements and pesticide reporting in IPM Tracker.
• Provide technical guidance to ANG installations and headquarters staff on regulatory matters.
• Manage ecological monitoring data and reporting systems.

Kenntnisse

Regulatory interpretation

GIS proficiency

Environmental data management

Technical documentation review

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in natural resources, biology, environmental science, ecology, or closely related field

Tools

GIS

Environmental databases

NABat

AKN

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

Position Summary

The Natural Resource Specialist position works with Colorado State University's (CSU) Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML). The position supports the Air National Guard (ANG) Natural Resources Program and Pest Management Program across more than 186 installations in 54 states and territories by providing environmental compliance, technical expertise, and program management support. Responsibilities include reviewing projects and management plans, interpreting environmental regulations, supporting natural resource and pest management initiatives, and assisting installations in meeting environmental compliance requirements.

Essential Job Duties

• Interpret and apply environmental regulations, including NEPA, ESA, CWA, MBTA, FIFRA, and other laws applicable to military installations.
• Conduct Environmental Impact Analysis Process (EIAP) (AF Form 813) reviews by evaluating project plans, construction drawings, and related documentation to assess potential impacts to natural resources resulting from the project and ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations.
• Review and provide technical comments on natural resource surveys, biological assessments, environmental studies, Integrated Natural Resources Management Plans (INRMPs), and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Plans.
• Track INRMP and survey update requirements.
• Track compliance with pesticide reporting and validation in the IPM Tracker.
• Participate in the Chesapeake Bay Action Team and assist ANG installations in the Chesapeake Bay watershed with annual Department of Defense (DoD) Chesapeake Bay data calls.
• Manage natural resource and pest management data, databases, and reporting systems, including ecological monitoring databases.
• Provide technical assistance and regulatory guidance to ANG installations and headquarters staff.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; visa sponsorship is not available.
• Must be able to comply with all applicable regulations to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC); required at a minimum to complete a NACI/SF85 and successfully pass a federal background check to remain eligible for employment.
• Must be able to travel periodically to the ANGRC, ANG installations, meetings, conferences, and professional development events as required.
• Must have a valid driver's license (or the ability to obtain one by the employment start date).

Supervision

This position will not supervise.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in natural resources, biology, environmental science, ecology, or a closely related field.
• A minimum of five years of professional experience in natural resources management, environmental compliance, environmental planning, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience interpreting and applying environmental regulations, including the Endangered Species Act (ESA), Clean Water Act (CWA), Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA), Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), and other federal natural resource compliance requirements.
• Experience interpreting project plans, construction drawings, engineering designs, or similar technical documents to assess potential impacts to natural resources and environmental compliance requirements.
• Experience with GIS, natural resource databases, and environmental data management systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting DoD, National Guard, or other federal environmental or natural resource programs.
• Experience conducting or reviewing EIAP/AF Form 813 actions, NEPA documentation, and other environmental compliance reviews.
• Experience in development and implementation of IPMs; managing pesticide use reporting and compliance requirements; and interpreting and applying the FIFRA.
• Experience reviewing contractor-prepared environmental studies, biological assessments, natural resource surveys, and INRMPs.
• Experience coordinating with multiple stakeholders and providing technical assistance across geographically dispersed organizations.
• Experience supporting Chesapeake Bay watershed management, environmental planning, regulatory compliance, or related restoration initiatives.
• Experience entering, managing, and analyzing ecological monitoring data, including databases such as North American Bat Monitoring Program (NABat), Avian Knowledge Network (AKN), or similar systems.

Additional Information

• Work Location -- This position is based at the Air National Guard Readiness Center (ANGRC) at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. Hybrid or fully remote work arrangements may be considered; however, preference will be given to candidates who can regularly report to the ANGRC.
• Search Contact -- For inquiries about the position, please contact Jennie Anderson at [e-mail].

Salary Range

91,000-120,000