What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Environmental Resources Specialist Trainee - Various Counties position at West Virginia Transportation Department?

Salary : $1,811.54 - $2,632.70 Biweekly

Location : Weston, WV

Job Type : Full-Time Permanent

Job Number : DOT25D7061A

Division : West Virginia Department of Transportation

District / Subdivision : District 7

Opening Date : 02 / 25 / 2025

Closing Date : 5 / 31 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Nature of Work

The Transportation Environmental Resources Specialist Trainee performs entry level professional work in a specialty area in the acquisition, preservation, management and enhancement of the state's environmental / natural resources. Work involves the application of scientific principles, laws and regulations and program planning techniques in the areas of assignment, which may include grants and contract administration, environmental / natural resources, program development and evaluation, education, or environmental monitoring and compliance, history, or archeology. Assists in the planning, organizing and implementing of a statewide or regional specialty program. Travel over difficult terrain and in inclement weather may be required. This position's work is reviewed and signed off on by a senior level or manager position. Performs related work as required. District 7 consists of Lewis, Gilmer, Braxton, Webster, Upshur and Barbour counties.

Pay Grade 15

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

Assists higher level specialists in collection and review of scientific data related to environmental / natural resources quality; assists in preparing detailed statistical / narrative reports.
Conducts field inspections to identify pollution sources, monitor contract activities and to assess environmental / natural resources quality impact.
Collects data, composes and compiles statistical and narrative reports relating to operational and comprehensive plans.
Consults on the development of grants, grant proposals and programs relating to the area of assignment.
Implements and monitors programs supported by planning agency grants.
Performs site examination of land to determine land-use feasibility.
Processes leases and agreements of rights-of-way for surface and mineral lands and improvements.
Schedules and participates in public meetings to explain the environmental impact of a proposed project or environmental permit.
Participates in resistivity and seismic surveys.
Composes correspondence and memoranda.
Personal contacts may include individuals or groups from outside the Division of Highways or Department of Transportation. Certain meetings or conversations may take place outside of the agency in a somewhat unstructured setting.
Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver's license is required.

Required Skills and Knowledge

Knowledge of environmental / natural resource laws and regulations.

Knowledge of the principles, practices and objectives of the various phases of planning.

Knowledge of the socio-economic factors involved in state, regional and community planning.

Ability to collect, analyze and evaluate data and technical information in the area of assignment.

Ability to present results of research effectively in oral, written or graphic form.

Ability to analyze planning problems and to recommend an effective course of action.

Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of individuals, both verbally and in writing.

Ability to work on NEPA documents with full oversight.

Required Education and Experience

REQUIRED TRAINING / EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a major in archaeology, chemistry, geology, physics, biology, engineering / engineering technology, environmental studies, natural science, or a related field.

Substitution : Full-time or equivalent part-time paid technical or paraprofessional experience in the acquisition, preservation, protection, and enhancement of environmental / natural resources may be substituted for the required training / education through an established formula.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

This is the entry level classification in this series. No experience is required.

Note : Successful completion of a NEPA training class is required within 6 months of employment.

Annual Increment Pay

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Family Medical Leave

Leave Donation Program

Military Leave

Employee Education Reimbursement & Leave Program

Flexible Work Schedules

Training Opportunities

Promotion Opportunities

Public Employees' Retirement System :

Employees enrolled in PERS Tier 1 contribute 4.5% of their gross salary. The Employer contributes 9%.

Employees enrolled in PERS Tier 2 contribute 6.0% of their gross salary. The Employer contributes 9%.

Deferred Compensation

Health Insurance Enrollment

Additional Coverage Options including Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts,

Disability Insurance and more.

Life Insurance

Credit Union

Employee Discounts

Salary : $1,812 - $2,633

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