Environmental Specialist II - Grants Section

The State of Nebraska is hiring an Environmental Specialist II for the Grants Section, responsible for coordinating Litter and Waste Reduction & Recycling Grants. Key duties include reviewing grant applications, assisting applicants with the electronic portal, conducting audits, and preparing reports. The position emphasizes environmental protection and offers flexible work schedules. It is located in Lincoln, Nebraska, and applications are open until April 1, 2025.
The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:
Environment and Energy - Agency 84

Location:
Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:
$25.120

Job Posting:
JR2025-00014160 Environmental Specialist II - Grants Section (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
04-01-2025

Job Description:
This position serves as a grant coordinator the Litter and Waste Reduction & Recycling Grants which include grants to assist in financing sound integrated waste management programs and projects. This position will review and evaluate grant applications and quarterly reports with applicable guidelines, assist grant applicants and current grantees in using the electronic grant portal, conduct on-site audits of grant financial records, grand funded equipment inspections, and complaint investigations and prepare reports as requested.

Job Duties
• Reviews and evaluates grant applications with applicable guidelines.
• Review and evaluates quarterly reports with applicable guidelines for reimbursement.
• Assists grant applications and current grantees in using the electronic grant portal.
• Initiate enforcement of rules and regulations and the terms and conditions related to the reviewing of grants and grantee quarterly reports.
• Presents program material and answers questions in front of a variety of audiences.
• Provides responses to public and government leaders' questions about Litter Reduction & Recycling Grants.
• Prepares educational and informational presentations for internal and external trainings and workshops, when requested.
• Works with IT on the electronic grant portal.
• Gathers and updates program information and statistics for Annual Reports.
• Write, edit, and revise protocols, guidance documents, application forms, reporting forms, and reports.
• Other duties as assigned.
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It is a very exciting time at our agency! Some of the things you can look forward to as an employee with the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy:

• A new office building at Fallbrook with free parking.
• Flexible work schedules.
• You will be doing work knowing you are making a difference for current and future generations.

What you will do!
You will serve as an Environmental Specialist II in Waste and Air Grants Section. The Waste Grants program provides funds to support programs to reduce litter, provide education, and promote recycling in Nebraska. You will be responsible for administering the Litter and Waste Reduction and Recycling Grant programs, which includes reviewing and evaluating grant applications and quarterly reports with applicable guidelines, assisting grant applicants and current grantees in using the electronic grant portal, conducting on-site audits of grant financial records, grand funded equipment inspections, and complaint investigations and preparing reports as requested.

What's in it for you!
The opportunity to work in a productive and creative environment where no two days are ever the same! We offer a competitive benefits package.
12 days of vacation during first year of service (accruals increase with years of service), 12 days of sick leave during first year of service (accruals increase with years of service), and 13 paid holidays per year. Permanent Teammate Benefits: • Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • WellNebraska Health Plan • Direct Primary Care (DPC) • Mail order Rx (3 month supply) and Specialty Pharmacy program • Virtual Visits and FREE Nurse line 24 hours a day 7 days a week • Employee Assistance Program • Retirement/Investment Plan • Early Retirement Insurance Program (55 and older) • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability • Health Savings Account • Flexible Spending Accounts • Life and AD&D Insurance • Tuition Assistance* • LinkedIn Learning Access to 16,000+ On-Demand Courses • Direct Deposit of Payroll • Nebraska State Employees Credit Union • Deferred Compensation Plan • Paid Holidays • Vacation, Sick, Civil, and Injury Leave • Military Training or Emergency Duty Leave • Teammate Discount Program • Charitable Giving through Payroll Deduction *Coverage is effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment.

For a complete listing of job duties, requirements and to apply go to statejobs.nebraska.gov

Location: 245 Fallbrook Blvd - Suite #100 - Lincoln, NE

Work schedule: Monday - Friday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Flexible schedule and 10-hour workdays maybe allowed with management approval.

Dress Code: Business Casual

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in the physical sciences, natural sciences, environmental science, geology, biology, agronomy, civil engineering, environmental engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, hydrology, community and regional planning, or a related field. Experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in communications, management, marketing, public administration, business administration, economics, or finance; or bachelor's degree in the physical sciences, natural sciences, environmental science, geology, biology, agronomy, civil engineering, environmental engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, hydrology, community, and regional planning. Three years' experience in government grants management or environmental and natural resources, or in business development fields.

Other:
• Valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent transportation
• Ability to occasional overnight travel 5 - 10%
• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance
• Submit a resume or list on the application specific detailed experience relevant to the position in years and months
• Submit a current list of at least professional references (previous employers) with valid telephone numbers

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Knowledge of: Methods and practices of the inter-relationships of agency marketing, communications, advertising, and public relation/information activities; grant and contract management, banking and financial industry, energy efficiency, renewable energy, energy production and/or conservation of natural resources. Data collection, analysis, organization, and report preparation processes; energy issues and trends; state and federal regulations pertaining to energy conservation programs; energy conservation concepts.

Skill In: Excellent written and oral communication; public speaking and providing presentations; prioritizing workloads; analytical and judgment skills; computer application software skills.

Ability To: Work with a variety of people with diverse interests and backgrounds; present new ideas and observations to a variety of people in an easily understood manner; call on potential program participants, financial institutions, and vendors.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

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