Natural Resource Specialist II – Environmental Impact Review

Pay Schedule I, Grade 30, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week

A vacancy exists in the Department of Environmental Protection and Sustainability, Environmental Impact Review Section.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your Application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

You may attach your transcript(s) and/or certification(s) / license(s) to your application.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the “Work Experience” section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and education will result in your application not being considered.

Examples of Duties

Under general supervision, may act as a project manager.

• Reviews and approves land development plans and permits of difficult complexity for compliance with County laws and regulations regarding the protection of natural resources, including watercourses, wetlands, water pollution, aquatic habitats, rare and endangered species, agriculture, forests, and wildlife habitats.
• Conducts field surveys and mapping of wetlands, watercourses, forests, and wildlife habitats.
• Investigates and recommends corrective or mitigating action for degraded streams and wetlands.
• Conducts field investigations of complaints on properties for compliance with County laws and regulations.
• Testify at Administrative Law hearings and Board of Appeals hearings.
• Recommends measures for forestry and wildlife improvements.
• Reviews and comments upon State and Federal permits.
• Performs complex environmental and natural resources planning research, compiles detailed information, makes analysis, and prepares reports on environmental management issues, areas, and problems.
• Completes preliminary studies of difficult environmental problems.
• May assign and review the work of subordinate personnel or act as a project manager.

Examples of Other Duties

• Represents the department before community groups and serves as the department’s representative on intra-county, community, or other committees.
• Assists other professionals in technical studies, research and preparation of reports.
• Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in environmental, regional, urban or city planning, or in a natural resource, environmental or a biological science.

Plus

At least two years’ professional experience in a planning, science or related field.

Additional education in one of the areas listed may be substituted for the required experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience enforcing laws and regulations pertaining to the protection of natural resources.
• Familiarity with Baltimore County Forest Buffer law, Forest Conservation Law, and Chesapeake Bay Critical Area Law.
• Forest Conservation Qualified Professional capable of conducting forest stand delineations, preparing and conducting review of wetland delineations, and other complex environmental plans.
• Experience with negotiation and resolution of complex technical issues, both in the field and regulatory.

Licenses and Certificates

Possession of a valid non-commercial class C Maryland Driver’s license or an equivalent is required at the time of appointment.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education

Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application by the closing date of the job posting.

You may attach your transcript(s) and/or certification(s) / license(s) to your application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency

Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)

Mail or deliver documents to:

ATTN: Natural Resource Specialist II – Environmental Impact Review

Office of Human Resources

Baltimore County Government

308 Allegheny Ave.

Towson, MD 21204

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Qualified applicants will be assigned a rating based on an evaluation of their training and experience as submitted on their applications and supplemental questions. Applications should state clearly and completely for evaluation purposes the dates, duties, and responsibilities of past and present experience.

Conditions of Employment

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The work of these positions requires some physical activity such as walking, bending, stooping, and carrying of moderately heavy objects.

Field investigations may involve exposure to inclement weather.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination and drug screen and an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.

Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace

All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace

Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Salary

Annual Salary review – Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance

General Increases – Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.

Longevity Increases – In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.

Employee Assistance Program

Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance

Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance

Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee’s annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement

Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees’ Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave

Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.

Sick Leave

Vacation Leave

Personal Leave

Holidays

Bereavement Leave

Jury Leave

Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union

Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit

Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Educational Assistance

70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.

Deferred Compensation

Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer

This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.

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