Application Deadline Date: 01/31/2023
Req ID: 46014
Department: Environmental Conservation
Location:
Montpelier, VT, US
Position Type: Limited Service
Schedule Type: Full Time
Hourly Rate: $26.42
Overview
The Water Investment Division is seeking a highly skilled individual to implement a funding program to accelerate the permitting and construction of stormwater pollution control practices at existing sites subject to new Vermont Clean Water Act requirements.
Please note that the Division is concurrently recruiting for a closely related position (Environmental Analyst III, Requisition ID 46015). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply for both positions.
This position will afford the right individual the opportunity to make a major contribution to implementing water quality improvements at so-called “3-Acre stormwater sites” in the Lake Champlain and Lake Memphremagog watersheds by working with the Water Infrastructure Finance Program to assist hundreds of property owners and municipalities to comply with this major water quality initiative.
Specific duties include managing grants and contracts for engineering and construction services and providing support to ensure landowners can access assistance programs. The position will coordinate closely with a range of partners including the VT DEC Stormwater Management Program.
Preference will be given to candidates with strong project management skills, and with experience implementing funding programs and in grant and contract administration.
Who May Apply
This position, Environmental Analyst V – Limited Service (Job Requisition #46014), is open to all State employees and external applicants. It is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized for a specific period of time. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs.
If you would like more information about the duration of this position or other details, please contact Padraic Monks at padraic.monks@vermont.gov.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Environmental Factors
Duties are largely performed in an office setting; however, some field travel may be necessary for which private means of transportation must be available. Field work may involve exposure to chemicals, gases, hazardous liquid and solid waste, and construction sites during all weather conditions; and may involve traversing rough terrain and bodies of water. Some work outside of regular working hours, including attendance at public meetings, may be required. Strong differences of opinion may be encountered on a regular basis.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a biological-life or physical science, engineering, a social science, data science, or an environmental or natural resources field AND two (2) or more years of experience in a natural resources field.
OR
Master’s degree or higher in a biological-life or physical science, engineering, a social science, data science, or an environmental or natural resources field AND one (1) or more years of experience in a natural resources field.
OR
Five (5) years or more of experience in an engineering, environmental, social science, data science, or natural resources field.
Total Compensation
As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it’s more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
- 80% State paid medical premium
- Dental Plan at no cost for employees and their families
- Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan; many jobs also allow for a flexible schedule
- Low cost group life insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
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Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
