Environmental Specialist 3 (Abandoned Mine Lands - Public Health & Safety) - 20074378
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Posted : Wednesday, January 10, 2024 06:30 PM
Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Guernsey County-Cambridge
Organization: Natural Resources
Classified Indicator: Classified
Bargaining Unit / Exempt: Bargaining Unit
Schedule: Full-time
Work Hours: 8AM-5PM Subject to Change
Compensation: $30.
55/hr Unposting Date: Dec 11, 2023, 10:59:00 PM Primary Job Skill: Environmental Services Technical Skills: Investigation Professional Skills: Analyzation Agency Contact Name: Jennifer Gates Agency Contact Information: jennifer.
gates@dnr.
ohio.
gov, 614-265-6406 Environmental Specialist 3 (Abandoned Mine Lands - Public Health & Safety) - 20074378 (23000BEV) Job Duties This is a re-post of the previously posted Environmental Specialist 3 (Abandoned Mine Lands - Public Health & Safety) - 20074378 position.
If you previously applied for this position you are still in consideration and do not need to re-apply.
Who we are: The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is committed to its mission “To ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all.
” Our agency embraces the insightful use of our natural resources to assure the continued safety, happiness and prosperity of Ohio’s people.
ODNR owns and manages state parks, state forests, state nature preserves and wildlife areas.
We license all hunting, fishing and watercraft; oversee and permit all mineral extraction, monitor dam safety, manage water resources and serve as the second largest Law Enforcement presence in the State of Ohio.
We are accepting applications for an Environmental Specialist 3 within the Division of Mineral Resources Management assigned to Guernsey county.
The address is 9900 Brick Church Rd.
Cambridge, Ohio.
43725.
To learn more about the Division of Mineral Resources Management please visit https://minerals.
ohiodnr.
gov/.
What you will do: Act as a lead worker and perform environmental investigations and oversight activities for lower level environmental specialists and other staff, and coordinates lower level staff activities (e.
g.
, investigations, project development, project construction, etc.
).
Conduct AML complaint investigations and watershed and site investigations to evaluate potential mine-related problems & screen/review sites for program eligibility.
Prepare project-specific environmental assessment or categorical exclusion for each approved & funded project.
Serve as project coordinator for innovative reclamation techniques and special projects, reviews and ensures completion of technical documents, letters, and plans prepared by lower level staff.
Prepare grants and supplemental documents (e.
g.
project narratives & proposals) to obtain state and federal funding of abandoned mine lands sites which includes planning and scheduling field reviews of proposed sites with engineers to collect data, meet with engineers.
What’s in it for you: 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 part-time employees.
For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan.
Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance Dental, vision and basic life insurance premiums are free after one year of continuous service.
Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth/Adoption leave Ohio Public Employees Retirement System OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees.
The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement.
The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary.
Visit the OPERS website for more information.
Deferred Compensation The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan.
Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.
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.
Qualifications Completion of undergraduate core coursework in environmentally-related discipline AND 3 years of relevant programmatic experience.
-OR 2 years of relevant programmatic experience as Environmental Supervisor, 85865.
-OR 7 years of relevant programmatic exp.
-OR combination of education in environmentally focused discipline or other job-related discipline & specific programmatic experience equaling 7 years.
The following minimum qualification statements do not apply to this position at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources.
Additionally, for the Department of Transportation only, the following options may apply: -Or completion of undergraduate core coursework in engineering, chemistry, physics, biology, environmental science, earth science &/or urban & regional planning, geology, geography or other comparable physical or health science field or mathematics, history or archaeology with training to be commensurate with duties to be assigned; 2 yrs.
trg.
or 2 yrs.
exp.
in position involving geology, hydrogeology, engineering, chemistry, physics, biology, environmental science &/or other comparable physical or health science, earth science &/or urban & regional planning &/or mathematics, history or archaeology.
Training & experience must be commensurate with duties to be assigned.
-Or completion of undergraduate core coursework in environmentally-related discipline; 3 yrs.
relevant programmatic exp.
-Or completion of graduate core coursework in engineering, chemistry, physics, biology, environmental science, earth science &/or urban & regional planning, geology, geography or other comparable physical or health science field or mathematics, history or archaeology with training to be commensurate with duties to be assigned; 1 yr.
trg.
or 1 yr.
exp.
in position involving geology, hydrogeology, engineering, chemistry, physics, biology, environmental science &/or other comparable physical or health science, earth science &/or urban & regional planning &/or mathematics, history or archaeology.
Training & experience must be commensurate with duties to be assigned.
-Or 12 mos.
exp as an Environmental Specialist 2, 85862 -Or 2 yrs.
relevant programmatic experience as Environmental Supervisor, 85865.
-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
Note: For all positions involved in field work, applicants must be able to provide own transportation.
New employees in OEPA's solid waste program, excluding those in the solid waste planning unit, must obtain a sanitarian-in-training certificate during their probationary period.
Job Skills: Environmental Services Knowledge of engineering or chemistry, physics, biology, environmental science, geology, hydrogeology &/or other comparable physical or health science field &/or mathematics; employee training & development*; supervisory principles/techniques*; applicable state &/or federal laws, rules, regulations & standards relative to environmental control &/or public health area assigned*; environmental inspection & investigation techniques & procedures; computer simulations & predictive modeling.
Skill in operation of laboratory sampling &/or surveying equipment; operation of video display terminal or personal computer.
Ability to understand technical field of study & research, analyze & interpret &/or compile complex scientific/ technical data; prepare & maintain detailed, comprehensive reports & documents; cooperative with/lead co-workers & establish & maintain favorable public relations with government & academic institution officials, public, legislators, industry representatives & private citizens.
(*)Developed after employment.
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources 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.
To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability please contact Mohammad Yakubu, EEO Regional/Program Administrator at 614-265-6992 or mohammad.
yakubu@dnr.
ohio.
gov.
Effective July 1, 2015 applicants must apply online for positions at all state agencies except the Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD).
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: 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.
Applicants may attach the following document types: Microsoft Word (.
doc and .
docx), PDF (.
pdf), Plain Text (.
txt), Rich Text (.
rtf) Please do not upload attachments that have an anomaly or are password protected.
Background Check Information VERIFIABLE INFORMATION Applicants must clearly identify how qualifications are met within the education and/or experience sections of the applications.
All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application.
Attachments will be considered as part of the application packet in addition to the fully completed civil service application, not in place of.
Applicants may be required to submit transcripts or licensure(s) to support their application.
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.
55/hr Unposting Date: Dec 11, 2023, 10:59:00 PM Primary Job Skill: Environmental Services Technical Skills: Investigation Professional Skills: Analyzation Agency Contact Name: Jennifer Gates Agency Contact Information: jennifer.
gates@dnr.
ohio.
gov, 614-265-6406 Environmental Specialist 3 (Abandoned Mine Lands - Public Health & Safety) - 20074378 (23000BEV) Job Duties This is a re-post of the previously posted Environmental Specialist 3 (Abandoned Mine Lands - Public Health & Safety) - 20074378 position.
If you previously applied for this position you are still in consideration and do not need to re-apply.
Who we are: The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is committed to its mission “To ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all.
” Our agency embraces the insightful use of our natural resources to assure the continued safety, happiness and prosperity of Ohio’s people.
ODNR owns and manages state parks, state forests, state nature preserves and wildlife areas.
We license all hunting, fishing and watercraft; oversee and permit all mineral extraction, monitor dam safety, manage water resources and serve as the second largest Law Enforcement presence in the State of Ohio.
We are accepting applications for an Environmental Specialist 3 within the Division of Mineral Resources Management assigned to Guernsey county.
The address is 9900 Brick Church Rd.
Cambridge, Ohio.
43725.
To learn more about the Division of Mineral Resources Management please visit https://minerals.
ohiodnr.
gov/.
What you will do: Act as a lead worker and perform environmental investigations and oversight activities for lower level environmental specialists and other staff, and coordinates lower level staff activities (e.
g.
, investigations, project development, project construction, etc.
).
Conduct AML complaint investigations and watershed and site investigations to evaluate potential mine-related problems & screen/review sites for program eligibility.
Prepare project-specific environmental assessment or categorical exclusion for each approved & funded project.
Serve as project coordinator for innovative reclamation techniques and special projects, reviews and ensures completion of technical documents, letters, and plans prepared by lower level staff.
Prepare grants and supplemental documents (e.
g.
project narratives & proposals) to obtain state and federal funding of abandoned mine lands sites which includes planning and scheduling field reviews of proposed sites with engineers to collect data, meet with engineers.
What’s in it for you: 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 part-time employees.
For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan.
Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance Dental, vision and basic life insurance premiums are free after one year of continuous service.
Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth/Adoption leave Ohio Public Employees Retirement System OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees.
The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement.
The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary.
Visit the OPERS website for more information.
Deferred Compensation The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan.
Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.
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.
Qualifications Completion of undergraduate core coursework in environmentally-related discipline AND 3 years of relevant programmatic experience.
-OR 2 years of relevant programmatic experience as Environmental Supervisor, 85865.
-OR 7 years of relevant programmatic exp.
-OR combination of education in environmentally focused discipline or other job-related discipline & specific programmatic experience equaling 7 years.
The following minimum qualification statements do not apply to this position at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources.
Additionally, for the Department of Transportation only, the following options may apply: -Or completion of undergraduate core coursework in engineering, chemistry, physics, biology, environmental science, earth science &/or urban & regional planning, geology, geography or other comparable physical or health science field or mathematics, history or archaeology with training to be commensurate with duties to be assigned; 2 yrs.
trg.
or 2 yrs.
exp.
in position involving geology, hydrogeology, engineering, chemistry, physics, biology, environmental science &/or other comparable physical or health science, earth science &/or urban & regional planning &/or mathematics, history or archaeology.
Training & experience must be commensurate with duties to be assigned.
-Or completion of undergraduate core coursework in environmentally-related discipline; 3 yrs.
relevant programmatic exp.
-Or completion of graduate core coursework in engineering, chemistry, physics, biology, environmental science, earth science &/or urban & regional planning, geology, geography or other comparable physical or health science field or mathematics, history or archaeology with training to be commensurate with duties to be assigned; 1 yr.
trg.
or 1 yr.
exp.
in position involving geology, hydrogeology, engineering, chemistry, physics, biology, environmental science &/or other comparable physical or health science, earth science &/or urban & regional planning &/or mathematics, history or archaeology.
Training & experience must be commensurate with duties to be assigned.
-Or 12 mos.
exp as an Environmental Specialist 2, 85862 -Or 2 yrs.
relevant programmatic experience as Environmental Supervisor, 85865.
-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
Note: For all positions involved in field work, applicants must be able to provide own transportation.
New employees in OEPA's solid waste program, excluding those in the solid waste planning unit, must obtain a sanitarian-in-training certificate during their probationary period.
Job Skills: Environmental Services Knowledge of engineering or chemistry, physics, biology, environmental science, geology, hydrogeology &/or other comparable physical or health science field &/or mathematics; employee training & development*; supervisory principles/techniques*; applicable state &/or federal laws, rules, regulations & standards relative to environmental control &/or public health area assigned*; environmental inspection & investigation techniques & procedures; computer simulations & predictive modeling.
Skill in operation of laboratory sampling &/or surveying equipment; operation of video display terminal or personal computer.
Ability to understand technical field of study & research, analyze & interpret &/or compile complex scientific/ technical data; prepare & maintain detailed, comprehensive reports & documents; cooperative with/lead co-workers & establish & maintain favorable public relations with government & academic institution officials, public, legislators, industry representatives & private citizens.
(*)Developed after employment.
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources 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.
To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability please contact Mohammad Yakubu, EEO Regional/Program Administrator at 614-265-6992 or mohammad.
yakubu@dnr.
ohio.
gov.
Effective July 1, 2015 applicants must apply online for positions at all state agencies except the Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD).
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: 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.
Applicants may attach the following document types: Microsoft Word (.
doc and .
docx), PDF (.
pdf), Plain Text (.
txt), Rich Text (.
rtf) Please do not upload attachments that have an anomaly or are password protected.
Background Check Information VERIFIABLE INFORMATION Applicants must clearly identify how qualifications are met within the education and/or experience sections of the applications.
All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application.
Attachments will be considered as part of the application packet in addition to the fully completed civil service application, not in place of.
Applicants may be required to submit transcripts or licensure(s) to support their application.
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.
• Phone : (614) 265-6406
• Location : 9900 Brick Church Rd, Cambridge, OH
• Post ID: 9006438991
