Environmental Specialist Ii - Water Quality Planning

dmv.nebraska.gov

Lincoln, NE, US
Base: $25.686; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Onsite
Section 319 nonpoint source pollution grants
Stakeholder engagement and coordination
Project work plan development and tracking
The successful candidate will plan, manage, and monitor Section 319 nonpoint source pollution prevention grants from project initiation through close out, ensuring alignment with state water quality priorities and federal requirements

Job Summary

  • The successful candidate will plan, manage, and monitor Section 319 nonpoint source pollution prevention grants from project initiation through close out, ensuring alignment with state water quality priorities and federal requirements.
  • The State of Nebraska offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays, generous leave, retirement matching, tuition reimbursement, and health insurance.
  • This role involves collaborating with federal and state agencies, municipalities, Natural Resource Districts, and other stakeholders to protect and enhance Nebraska's water resources.

Matching Summary

The successful candidate will plan, manage, and monitor Section 319 nonpoint source pollution prevention grants from project initiation through close out, ensuring alignment with state water quality priorities and federal requirements.

Salary

Base: $25.686; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 79% employer paid health insurance plans, 156% state-matched retirement, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Section 319 nonpoint source pollution grants
  • stakeholder engagement and coordination
  • project work plan development and tracking
  • EPA guidelines and grant conditions compliance
  • watershed-based plan review
  • Clean Water Act Section 319 requirements

Nice-to-have

  • systems thinking for environmental data
  • building productive working relationships
  • advocating for water quality solutions
  • support for evolving program needs

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in a related scientific or engineering field
  • Experience may substitute for education
  • Valid driver's license or ability to provide independent transportation
  • Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance
  • Ability to work overtime and weekends if needed

Work Rights

Not specified

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