Description
Overview
Are you looking for a position that makes a difference in protecting Vermont's rivers? If so, you may be a good fit for a River Scientist position in the Watershed Management Division, Rivers Program.
The program is seeking an individual with education and skill sets in river science and interest in working on rivers and floodplains in Vermont. This work is performed under the supervision of the Physical Science section supervisor as part of a smaller team working on assessing and analyzing the physical condition of Vermont's rivers and supporting flood resiliency of Vermont's communities.
The right candidate must demonstrate responsibility, organization, and independence. The position will serve as a regional river scientist for an assigned region and requires a high level of technical, specialized skills in the field of river science. Work includes supporting Flood Safety Act regulatory requirements, Stream Geomorphic Assessments (SGA), quality assuring collected data, providing data synthesis and analysis, and providing recommendations with respect to priority actions and tools to better protect the river resource.
The candidate must be comfortable communicating with consultants and landowners. The position is responsible for conducting fieldwork to field verify and apply the Statewide River Corridor Map in a regulatory context and work across all interested or affected parties. The official workstation will allow for telework and be headquartered in Essex or Montpelier Vermont and will require travel within the assigned geographic region.
The ideal candidate has skills in:
- Work independently to set schedules and general day-to-day work tasks
- Able to oversee State's SGA Protocols, field data collection and analysis methods in their region.
- Able to work collaboratively with other subject matter experts in the program and agency.
- Comfortable supporting watershed assessments, river corridor plans, and partner restoration project efforts
- Highly proficient in the application of ESRI ArcGIS mapping software.
- Comfortable doing education and outreach efforts that may be part of program or agency events
- Able to communicate technical information, both orally and in writing, to a variety of audiences
Who May Apply
This position, Environmental Analyst V - Rivers Program - Limited Service (Job Requisition #53263), 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.
Please Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition.
Level III: 53254
Level IV: 53262
Level V: 53263
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Staci.Pomeroy@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
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 QualificationsMaster'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
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
Five (5) years or more of experience in an engineering, environmental, social science, data science, or natural resources field.
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 and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
- State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
- Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Low cost group life insurance
- 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.Apply on company website
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