NATURAL RESOURCES PLANNER II

Introduction

The Maryland Department of the Environment is charged with protecting and preserving the State's air, water, and land resources and safeguarding the environmental health of all Maryland’s citizens. The Agency’s mission is to protect and restore the environment for the health and well-being of all Marylanders with a vision of healthy, vibrant, and sustainable communities and ecosystems in Maryland. � If you are looking for an exciting career committed to helping the environment for all Marylanders, please apply to become part of MDE’s workforce.� MDE offers competitive pay, great benefits, opportunities to telework, as well as opportunities for advancement and professional growth – MDE offers you a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e., vacation, sick leave), state pension, and supplemental retirement options (i.e., 401k, 457b etc.). MDE headquarters facility offers free parking, a food court, and a gym. Performance Based Opportunity� As part of our continuous efforts to optimize performance and drive success the Natural Resource Planner I is eligible for an annual promotion. The incumbent may advance to a higher grade within the classification series, based on satisfactory work performance.� Progressive grade levels include: Natural Resource Planner III – Grade 16 ($60,987.00 - $98,313.00 Yearly) �

GRADE

15

LOCATION OF POSITION

Water and Science Administration Watershed Protection & Restoration�Planning Program Watershed Restoration Division 1800 Washington Blvd. Baltimore, MD� 21230

Main Purpose of Job

The Natural Resources Planner II will support Maryland’s Nonpoint Source Management Program and Grant with a focus on Environmental Justice and Climate initiatives to expand the program’s reach among disenfranchised communities around the State. Support for this program also includes creation of Watershed Restoration Plans, reporting grant project information to EPA, providing technical administrative support, and conducting outreach to advance consistency with the objectives and goals of the Watershed Restoration Division. The incumbent in this position will be responsible for coordinating Maryland’s Deicing Salt Reduction strategy. The Incumbent will also be responsible for coordinating updates to Maryland’s voluntary Smart Salt Certification program, conducting outreach and promotion of the program, coordinating with MS4 communities to provide lists of certified Smart Salt Professionals, to help improve the current training material, and to create additional training modules in the future. Responsibilities for the Natural Resources Planner II also include: understanding additional NPS pollution control activities; identifying and striving to resolve gaps in the State NPS Management Plan; providing updates for the State Nonpoint Source Management Plan; assisting with grant management procedures, contracts, and budget management; maintaining knowledge of Deicing Salt Reduction Management Practices; identifying opportunities for NPS implementation via the Salt Reduction Strategy and 319 Grant services; serving as a State liaison with federal agencies; serving as a liaison with administrative units of MDE.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:�� A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in an environmental science or natural resources planning, management or development. Experience:�One year of experience in natural resources planning or�applied environmental science. Notes: 1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in urban or�regional planning, engineering, physical geography, or the�physical, chemical, biological sciences and one year of experience in natural resources planning or applied environmental science for the required education. 2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in natural resources planning, management, administration,�development, environmental, urban or regional planning; resources economics or development; environmental system�management; water or land resources planning and�management; environmental landscape architecture; or the�physical, biological, chemical or environmental sciences�for the required experience. 3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military�service experience as a commissioned officer in the�general natural resources management and biological sciences classifications or general natural resources management and biological sciences specialty codes in the general natural resources management and biological sciences field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

It is preferred that the selected candidate has the following: • Familiarity with Nonpoint Source pollutants, sources, and watershed restoration efforts; • Familiarity with processing/managing grants and loans; • Background with outreach and communication; • Experience with software such as Microsoft Office Suite, ArcGIS, Canva, R/RStudio, database software, etc.; • Technical writing skills; • B.S. in Biology, Environmental Science or Policy, Sustainability, Climate Resilience, or a related field.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.�We will not consider the information submitted after this date.�Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified and placed on the�eligible (employment) list for at least one year. RESUMES ARE NOT ACCEPTED AND ARE NOT CONSIDERED IN THE SELECTION PROCESS. � All information concerning the qualifications, including any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certificate, etc.) must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered. � Should you possess a bachelor's/master’s degree from a college or university outside of the United States, you must have your educational credentials evaluated by an approved education review service.� This evaluation must be submitted prior to hire. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. at 302-737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. at 1-800-932-3897 or 202-331-2925. All Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986. You must be legally authorized and possess any necessary documents under this Act in order to be hired in the position for which you applied.��

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position.�It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.�Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

BENEFITS

CLICK ON THIS LINK FOR MORE DETAILS�STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS PERSONAL LEAVE - New State employees are awarded six (6) personal leave days annually (prorated based on start date).� ANNUAL LEAVE - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year. SICK LEAVE – fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year. PARENTAL LEAVE – up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child. HOLIDAYS – State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

It is�highly preferred�that you apply online. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit the State paper application and supplemental questionnaire (by the closing date) to shantasia.baker1@maryland.gov�or mail to: � Maryland Department of the Environment OHR -�Recruitment and Examination Division 1800 Washington Blvd. Baltimore MD 21230 � For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Shantasia Baker at 410-537-3808.�If you have difficulties submitting your online�application, please contact the Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or�Application.Help@maryland.gov. TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay� We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.� People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. � As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.��MDE is dedicated to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We strive to cultivate an inclusive environment where differences are celebrated.

Salary : $57,275 - $74,374