Natural Resources Specialist Jobs in Iowa

Carries out County Soil Erosion and Sediment Control and Storm Water Control Programs.

Reviews Soil Erosion and Sediment Control and Strom Water Control plans; conducts compliance inspections; takes appropriate enforcement action.

Documents and maintains records of project site and actions taken and presents findings to Environmental Review Board.

Carries out Soil and Water Conservation District and Natural Resources Department programs.

Prepares conservation plans for landowners.

Collects field data using GIS and other computer aided methods as well as other analytical methods.

Provides overall program support to IPIC Program Specialist, including project management

Assists in website management for multiple projects

Assist in the development of educational programming

Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans

Various voluntary benefits and discounts

The level I position has minimum required qualifications of Bachelor’s degree and is a PS807 pay level.

Prepares and reviews compliance with environmental regulations and permits for review by Project Manager and Senior Technical Reviewer.

Minimum of one to five years natural resources experience preferred focusing on Wetland Delineation, Wetland Ecology, Soils, Botany, and/or Wildlife Biology

Experience with State and Federal permitting processes preferred

Effective communication skills and technical writing skills required

GPS and GIS or AutoCad experience preferred

Strong Microsoft Office skills including MS Word, Outlook, and advanced functions of Excel

Identify and leverage linkages between agency research and development and program management and delivery.

Develop annual and long-term management programs with managers, supervisors, colleagues, Federal, State local officials and non-government organizations.

Provide leadership in planning, scheduling, coordinating, reviewing, and reporting on an ecosystem-based resource management program.

See above for education requirement.

Responsibilities listed are at the full performance grade level.

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Knowledge of natural resource management and maintenance principles.

Knowledge of the principles of natural science as related to natural resources management.

One to two years related work experience in a Natural Resources field

Pesticide Applicators License (minimum of Core and Category 6) and Prescribed Burn Certifications: S190, S130 and L180 or ability to obtain.

Knowledge of building maintenance principles.

Knowledge of the planting, care, and maintenance of a variety of plants.

Must be a US Citizen, US National, or Lawful Permanent Resident Alien of the US

Must pass a criminal history check

High school degree, GED, or willingness to work towards obtaining a GED

Ability and desire to work well with others in a team setting, outdoors and in all weather conditions

Dedication to complete the full term of AmeriCorps service

Flexible schedule to accommodate week-long out of town assignments

Must be a US Citizen, US National, or Lawful Permanent Resident Alien of the US

Must pass a criminal history check

High school degree, GED, or willingness to work towards obtaining a GED

Ability and desire to work well with others in a team setting, outdoors and in all weather conditions

Dedication to complete the full term of AmeriCorps service

Flexible schedule to accommodate week-long out of town assignments

Providing guidance, assistance, and evaluation to easement management plans and appeals;

Providing technical guidance, assistance, and evaluation to easement management plans and appeals;

Conservation Planning - Financial Assistance Programs Management

Combination of Education and Experience:

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If a tentative job offer is extended, selectee will have 2 business days in which to accept or decline.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

You will implement MCB Quantico Integrated Pest Management Program.

Degree: biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. or

Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

Combination of education and experience:

In lieu of specialized experience listed in the Qualifications section,

Writes reports describing weed management activities.

Relationship-Building Skills/Abilities: Ability to develop positive, productive, respectful working relationships with coworkers and collaborators.

Closely related qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-by-year basis.

Two (2) years of experience in detection, survey, control, or eradication of pest or invasive species.

Experience with wildlife research studies and applying scientific principles.

Excellent fieldwork skills including safety, punctuality, ability to accept supervision.

Level of experience in fisheries research, natural resource management, project development and implementation, data analysis or related fields

Level of knowledge of the functioning of Regional Fisheries Management Organizations (RFMOs)

Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply;

Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Work experience in more than one location or area of work, possibly with focus on the Mediterranean and/or Black Sea region

Extent of experience in the relevant fields

Reviews technical documents, guidelines, and federal regulations to assist the Program Manager in the development of WYPDES program policies.

Knowledge of surface water quality standards, state WYPDES permitting rules and regulations, and the Clean Water Act.

Skill in interpersonal relations, public speaking, and written and verbal communication.

Skill in decision-making, interpersonal relationships in adversarial situations, conflict resolution, and consensus building.

Ability to manage time effectively and establish priorities in the work schedule.

Ability to use a map and GPS unit to navigate to remote sites throughout the state.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Coordinate management of volunteers to include recruitment, work direction, recognition, and/or administration of a program.

Participate in the development of natural resources management planning documents such as, master plans, operational management, short and/or long-range plans.

Promotion opportunity to the target grade of the position without further competition when selectee is eligible and recommended by management.

Combination of Education and Experience:

Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.

an equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable).

Professional experience with R and/or other statistical software for data processing.

Experience applying quality control information to define the quality of measurements or data.

Please make sure your attributes and minimum qualifications are clearly demonstrated in your application material.

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Access).

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