Derelict Vessel Removal Program Support, Natural Resource Specialist 1 (NRS1)
Full-time, Project, Represented position (WPEA)
Anticipated Project appointment is February 2026 - June 2027
Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered
Salary: $3,811.00 - $5,117.00 Monthly

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 1/6/26. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Responsibilities:

• Applies program knowledge, program guidelines, and research in the preparation of vessel removal work requests, contracts, and interagency agreements for DVRP and VTiP. 
• Manages DVRP and VTiP requests for quotes. Communicates with staff and contractors on bids; works with staff to announce apparent successful bidders. Provides information on contracts and interagency agreements to staff and management. 
• Provides technical assistance to contractors. Reviews contractor work progress, products, and invoices per program guidelines and policies. 
• Maintains and updates program materials, including the website content, program guidelines, public outreach materials, and templates for letters and contracts. 
• Aides program staff in developing and submitting grant applications. Maintains and monitors grants to ensure compliance. 
• Liaises with state, local, tribal, and federal agencies and contractors and provides analysis, research, and guidance on policy, legal, and technical aspects of the DVRP/VTiP and contract issues. Works with program staff to provide analysis, research in both legal and technical aspects of the DVRP/VTiP. 
• Build relationships and conduct program training for authorized public entities. 
• Prepares vessel custody notices and tracks timelines for DNR-led removals in accordance with state law. 
• Uses Department of Licensing, social media, Accurint database, and USCG Documentation Center to conduct computer searches for information on derelict vessel owners. 
• Drafts and sends initial custody and “pre-custody” letters to owners of potentially derelict or abandoned vessels. 
• Assists program staff in coordinating the removal and deconstruction of vessels. Seeks input from team members on site-specific environmental issues and required permits or other considerations. Searches through Department of Enterprise Services (DES) contractors for appropriate entities. 

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in natural resources or related field:
  OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office applications and other software products used for generating reports and/or tracking information.
• Experience in customer service.
• Knowledge of contracting laws, state contracting policies, agreements, etc.; business and professional services, practices, and trends; and sources of supply and cost factors, contract terminology, and development.
• Accustomed to conveying ideas and information, both verbally and in writing.
• Accustomed to encouraging and facilitating working as a team.
• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.