New Job Ennr09-2023-00949-Environmental Coordinator-Cheyenne In Wyoming
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ENNR09-2023-00949-Environmental Coordinator-Cheyenne
Company : Jobssummary / Indeed
Salary : $25.07 - $31.34 an hour
Location : Wyoming
Full Description
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Natural Resource Analyst (Environmental Coordinator) in Cheyenne, Wyoming. As the Environmental Coordinator, you will be a project manager, responsible for tracking projects, reviewing road design plans, developing, and reviewing environmental documents associated with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) for transportation infrastructure projects.
Cheyenne is a steadily growing community along the Front Range but still true to the history of the Old West. The city offers nearby access to mountain biking, skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and other outdoor activities. Wyoming is one of only nine states with no state income tax.
Human Resource Contact: 307-777-4467
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.
- Develops, coordinates, and performs environmental compliance assessment audits/inspects and writes detailed reports
- Coordinates environmental aspects on numerous highway improvement projects.
- Leads preparation of NEPA documents to provide full disclosure of actions to the public, state, and Federal agencies
- Makes independent judgment of compliance through inspections/interpretations of regulations and reports
- Identifies environmental compliance issues with state and Federal agencies
- Reviews analyze, evaluates, and interprets technical (biological and physical science) land, water, and/or property data from an environmental perspective
- Travels to and attends field inspections, meetings, and training
- Writes detailed inspection reports
- Makes recommendations with respect to technical data and reports
- Answers technical questions related to policies, procedures, and statutes
- Inspects facilities, structures, and permits for environmental compliance, and review engineering plans
- Conducts and participates in public meetings and resolves complaints brought for by the public or outside agencies
- Represents WYDOT in meetings with various State, Federal, and private entities
- Conducts complex analysis of problems using data collected from natural resource specialists and engineers
- Utilizes databases for record retrieval and storage
- Establishes and maintains intra and inter-departmental relationships
- Analyzes complex environmental data and draws conclusions
- Applies professional judgment in the interpretation of data, formulas, templates, or standards as applied to technical data or information and makes recommendations based on results
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference may be given to those with experience with NEPA project management and preparation.
KNOWLEDGE:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- Knowledge of the National Environmental Policy Act (to include wetland delineation, biological assessments, reclamation, agronomy, historical resources, etc.)
- Knowledge of NEPA document preparation, such as Categorical Exclusions, Environmental Assessments, and Environmental Impact Statements
- Managing multiple projects ongoing projects
- Knowledge of environmental state processes and regulations
- Knowledge of holding and conducting public meetings
- Ability to read and understand engineering design plans
- Utilize concise, coherent, and informational writing skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suites products
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's (typically in The Sciences)
Experience:
0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Specialist
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Specialist
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
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Travel is required approximately 25% of the time.
NOTES:
- FLSA: Non-Exempt
- E-Verify: WYDOT uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
- The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
Supplemental Information
045-WYDOT-Engineering & Planning - Planning - Environ. Serv.
Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces and clean air, great recreational opportunities, and no State income tax to mention a few! In addition, the State of Wyoming offers State employees a very generous benefits package. Please click here for more information on the State of Wyoming employee benefits*.