Environmental Analyst III Rivers Program Limited Service at State of Vermont

Overview Are you looking for a position that makes a difference in protecting Vermonts 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 Vermonts rivers and supporting flood resiliency of Vermonts 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 Springfield 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 tasksAble to oversee States 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 effortsHighly proficient in the application of ESRI ArcGIS mapping software.Comfortable doing education and outreach efforts that may be part of program or agency eventsAble to communicate technical information both orally and in writing to a variety of audiencesWho May Apply This position Environmental Analyst III - Rivers Program - Limited Service (Job Requisition #53254) 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: 53254Level IV: 53262Level V: 53263If you would like more information about this position please contact .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.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 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 Bachelors degree or higher in a biological-life or physical science engineering a social science data science or an environmental or natural resources field.ORThree (3) 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 its more than a paycheck. The States 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 familiesWork/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave planState 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) planTuition ReimbursementFlexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accountsLow cost group life insuranceIncentive-based Wellness ProgramQualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness ProgramWant the specifics Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website.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 States employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Project / Program Management,Program Management,Data Collection,Military Experience,Microsoft Powerpoint,Earned Value Management,Sharepoint,Microsoft Project,Budgeting,DoD Experience,Financial Management,Contracts Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1