Environmental Resources Specialist 1 - Environment - Environmental Protection - Marion Co.

***This job opportunity is not in the classified service and is not covered by the WV Division of Personnel merit system.*** 

Environmental Resources Specialist 1
West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection
Division of Land Restoration
Abandoned Mine Lands Program; Construction
Office location: 1000 Technology Drive, Suite 3220, Fairmont, WV 26554
Assigned counties: Barbour, Braxton, Brooke, Doddridge, Gilmer, Grant, Hampshire, Hancock, Hardy, Harrison, Lewis, Marion, Marshall, Mineral, Monongalia, Ohio, Pendleton, Pleasants, Preston, Randolph, Ritchie, Taylor, Tucker, Tyler, Upshur, Wetzel, Wirt, Wood.
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Important note: This position is classified exempt; therefore, it is available to any applicant who meets the minimum requirements and/or special requirements or areas of assignment.

We welcome you to join our team where we value work/life balance and diversity. We offer a great benefits package that includes 12 paid holidays, insurance and flexible benefits, ample annual and sick leave accrual, flexible work schedules, an Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Initiatives, an optional 457 defined contribution retirement savings plan and more. 

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If you want to be a part of this innovative team, apply today.

Primary Duties

• Monitor and conduct field investigations of maintenance work on AML Reclamation projects performed by contractors.
• Review plans and as-built documents to determine required maintenance activities.
• Collect and review technical/scientific data related to environmental or natural resource quality.
• Assist in preparing detailed findings, including data collection, analysis, and evaluation.
• Photograph all assigned reclamation/maintenance sites and prepare a field verification form for each completed work directive.
• Oversee construction activities on AML Reclamation sites as needed.
• Assist in water treatment efforts for sites with active or passive treatment systems.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Employee Expectations: 

• Ability to draw final value conclusions and justify/document findings for negotiation purposes.
• Skill in preparing, reviewing, and evaluating comprehensive, detailed field reports.
• Strong oral and written communication skills for interacting with a wide range of individuals.
• Ability to read and comprehend detailed plans and specifications for reclamation sites.

Notes:

• Regular attendance is an essential part of this position.
• Qualifying applicants will be required to complete an internet-based profile assessment to compare the applicant's thinking and reasoning skills, behavioral traits and the occupational interests against the traits determined to be important to the posted position. 
• The recommended candidate will be subject to a search of his or her Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) prior to being hired and annually thereafter. 
• All new employees that are involved with Specific DEP programs subject to the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act (SMRCA) of 1977 must file prior to final appointment and annually thereafter, a Statement of Employment and Financial Interest (OSM 23).    

Click The APPLY Link To Apply Online. 

IMPORTANT: Your eligibility will be based on information provided in your resume or application; therefore, make sure your resume or application is detailed and complete. You MUST complete ALL parts of the application OR upload a resume to your submission.

ATTENTION: Applicant must verify post high school education by submitting an official transcript or diploma, training or licensure earned pertaining to this position by the closing date of the posting, if not previously verified. If you are claiming Veterans preference, please submit "MEMBER 4" form and/or your VA Letter. Protecting your personal information is our highest priority.  If your official transcript, training/licensure, or Veterans documentation contains your Social Security Number and/or birthdate, please redact that information before submitting it to the Division of Personnel.

Please attach documents to the online application before submitting it. Or, you may email it to: applicantservices@wv.gov or by mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.

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Training: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

OR

Substitution: Full-time or equivalent part-time paid technical or paraprofessional experience in the acquisition, preservation, protection and enhancement of environmental/natural resources may be substituted for the required training at a rate of one (1) year of experience for every thirty (30) semester hours of training.

Note: At the appointing agency’s discretion, competitive candidates may receive probationary appointment pending official verification of the qualifying training or certification. The qualifying training or certification must be verified before the employee may be certified permanent.

***Your complete work history is needed to qualify you for positions. Please be as detailed as possible and list all of your past employment.***

Preference will be given to applicants who have experience in land reclamation construction.