Natural Resources Program Specialist

Natural Resources Specialist Job Class: Transportation Program Specialist 2 Agency: Transportation Dept Location: St. Paul Telework Eligible: Yes Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Unlimited Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers Division/Unit: Environmental Services / Environmental Stewardship Work Shift/Work Hours: Days Days of Work: Monday - Friday Travel Required: Occasional throughout Minnesota Salary Range: $26.43 - $38.55/hourly; $55,185 - $80,492/annually Classified Status: Classified Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE FLSA Status: Nonexempt Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes The work you'll do is more than just a job. At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul and may have the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor. This position exists to provide technical and administrative work, as part of the Office of Environmental Stewardship's Protected Species team, in ensuring MnDOT's program meets applicable federal and state agency requirements for Protected Species, including but not limited to the Endangered Species Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, Bald & Golden Eagle Protection Act, State Game and Fish Statutes, National Environmental Policy Act, and Minnesota Environmental Policy Act. This position will occasionally drive throughout Minnesota to meetings and field work. Minimum Qualifications Two years of professional experience in the areas noted below: A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Earth Science, Fish and Wildlife or equivalent will substitute for a year of professional work experience. Experience with natural resource fields of ecology, wildlife biology, terrestrial and aquatic resource management, and environmental planning; Experience conducting impact assessments, evaluations and analysis of wildlife and wetland resources sufficient to recognize, understand and predict the nature and degree of impacts to natural resources resulting from construction activities, methods or techniques; Experience with environmental statutes and implementing regulations; Experience with research techniques, data collection and analysis techniques, as well as database development, management and reporting approaches; Experience using GIS applications for viewing and evaluating data; Experience with oral, written and computer-aided communication skills sufficient to prepare and present complex concepts, documents and exhibits effectively to technical and non-technical audiences; Valid driver's license. Additional Requirements Reference/Background Checks: Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check. It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Education/License Verification, Drug testing (if needed). Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance is needed.