Environmental Specialist III

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III

Location:   DNREC- Division of Water                                                                 

                           R&R Building                                                                                                    

                           89 Kings Hwy.

                           Dover, DE 19901

Deadline: Until Filled

Salary: $55,098.70

This is not a State of Delaware merit position.  It is a one-year contractual position with the opportunity to work long term.

The Kent Conservation District (KCD), a governmental subdivision of the State of Delaware, is seeking applicants for the contractual services position of Environmental Specialist III with the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), Division of Water’s Wetland and Subaqueous Lands Section (WWS).

JOB SUMMARY

The selected candidate will process wetlands and subaqueous lands permit applications according to State Wetlands and Subaqueous Lands Regulations. The primary responsibilities of this position will be the review and coordination of Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) related permit applications and associated mitigation activities. Provided those obligations are met, this position will also review other applications/activities and work with applicants on methods to minimize environmental impacts when proposing projects subject to this Section’s jurisdiction. It is expected that the selected candidate has expertise related to wetlands and stream ecology and the ability to review engineering plans to evaluate disturbance minimization and/or restoration opportunities and/or requirements.

This position may include conducting field studies or inspections and evaluations for compliance with permit and regulatory requirements; conducting field visits with the public, contractors, consultants, and local and federal agencies to provide regulatory guidance for projects in State regulated wetlands and Subaqueous Lands; and coordination with the Army Corps of Engineers and the EPA with permitting requirements.

This is the advanced level of environmental specialist work which includes leading and performing the analysis of environmental and cultural impacts of State projects and/or programs and coordination with state/federal agencies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties.

• Conducts field studies or inspections and evaluations for compliance with permit and regulatory requirements.
• Conducts field visits with the public, contractors, consultants, and local and federal agencies to provide regulatory guidance for projects in State ­regulated wetlands and Subaqueous Lands.
• Coordinates with the Army Corps of Engineers and the EPA with permitting requirement.
• Receives general supervision.
• Work is performed independently and reviewed at completion.
• Leads Environmental Specialists and/or contractual staff in reviewing complex environmental project/program and obtaining regulatory approvals by planning, scheduling, staffing, managing, and evaluating efforts.
• Facilitates meetings and coordinates with project managers, regulatory agencies and other project stakeholders to resolve issues and ensure compliance with local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations.
• Regular contacts are typically with internal agency staff and external agency representatives, regardless of the method of communication, for the purpose of educating others on the benefits and intent of proper environmental compliance to gain support for projects and strategies.

JOB REQUIREMENTS 

Applicants must have the following:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Environmental Planning, Biology, Environmental Science, Natural Science, Architectural History/Historical Preservation, Archaeology/Anthropology, or related field.
• Two years’ experience in performing environmental specialist work which includes the analysis and assessment of environmental and/or cultural impacts of projects and/or programs.
• Two years’ experience in analyzing and evaluating data.
• Two years’ experience in technical report writing.
• Two years’ experience in ensuring compliance with environmental laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
• One year experience in environmental project management which includes planning, developing, implementing, managing, and evaluating environmental projects to ensure objectives are met.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Kent Conservation District does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1B Visas.
• Direct Deposit of paychecks is required of all new employees.
• Possession of a valid Driver’s License is required (not suspended, revoked, cancelled, or disqualified from driving.)

BENEFITS

The Kent Conservation District offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:  37.5-hour work week with flexible scheduling options, 15 paid vacation days the first year, 15 paid sick leave days per year, and 9 paid holidays per year.  Pension and health insurance are also included in the benefits package.

The Kent Conservation District is an equal opportunity employer.