Environmental Specialist

The State of Virginia is hiring an Environmental Specialist in Hampton, VA. This full-time role involves evaluating and inspecting habitat permitting actions for projects on state-owned submerged lands and wetlands. The position requires strong communication skills, the ability to work independently, and may involve travel. Preferred qualifications include experience in marine science or environmental engineering. The job is based at the agency's main office.
Environmental Specialist

Apply now Job no: 5053026
Work type: Full-Time (Salaried)
Location: Hampton, Virginia
Categories: Architecture / Engineering

Title: Environmental Specialist

State Role Title: Environmental Specialist II

Hiring Range: $56,051-$58,500

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Marine Resources Commission

Location: main location

Agency Website: www.mrc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Full-time position with responsibility for evaluating, inspecting, and recommending habitat permitting actions for projects located over state-owned submerged lands, tidal wetlands, and coastal primary sand dunes and beaches. Position requires extensive interaction with citizens, tidal wetlands boards, local officials, contractors, watermen, marine planning consultants, and various regulatory agencies. Evaluates all permit applications submitted in an assigned geographic area; reviews technical reports, plans and specifications requiring independent analysis; drafts and negotiates terms and conditions embodied in permit documents; assists in preparations and composition of policy level correspondence. Must prepare and give public presentations regarding the agency's jurisdiction and recommendations for controversial proposals.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Demonstrate skills in oral and written communications, including a strong aptitude to communicate and collaborate with peers, the marine construction industry and the public.
High school education or the equivalent, with studies and/or experience in the area of Marine Science, Environmental Engineering or related field.
Ability to work independently.
Must be willing to travel and work a flexible schedule including occasional weekends and evenings.
Successful candidate must be eligible for a valid Virginia driver's license.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
Experience and/or education in land use planning and regulation, engineering, oceanography, marine science, marine resource management or closely related field.
Graduation from a college or university with a degree in Marine Science, Environmental Engineering or related field.
Experience working with local wetland boards.
Experience with joint permit application development and processing.

Additional Considerations

This position requires physical ability to lift up to 20 lbs; pushing and pulling; standing, sitting, reaching, walking, bending, stooping, and climbing

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or resume is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Position is based out of the agency's main office in Hampton on Fort Monroe, VA.

A Completed STATE APPLICATION is REQUIRED.

Contact Information

Name: Malinda Cross

Phone: 757-247-2216

Email: hr@mrc.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Advertised: 10 Mar 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 07 Apr 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

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