SALARY:

$50,392.00 - $83,807.00 Annually

OPENING DATE:

05/09/24

CLOSING DATE:

05/23/24 11:59 PM

DESCRIPTION:

Interview & Hire Announcement

State Highway Administration
Office of Environmental Design- Baltimore City Grade 14 (8433) SP#24-61.5-03

Environmental Analyst I
 
YOU MUST APPLY ONLINE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION

http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd 

THE RECONSIDERATION PERIOD FOR THIS RECRUITMENT IS THREE (3) BUSINESS DAYS

Recruitment: The State Highway Administration is currently recruiting for an Environmental Analyst I position located in Baltimore City. This is an Interview and Hire position that is open to anyone who meets the minimum qualifications listed below. This job announcement may be used for future vacancies throughout SHA.

If you indicated veteran status on your application, you must submit your DD-214 along with the completed DTS-1 (application).

Nature of Work: This is a project management position in the Environmental Program Division (EPD) within the Office of Environmental Design (OED).  The main purpose of this position is to support SHA’s capital and operating programs regarding environmental permitting, compensatory mitigation and environmental regulatory compliance.  The primary responsibility of EPD is to obtain necessary wetland and waterway permits and approvals through coordination and negotiation with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (COE), Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE), and other state and federal regulatory agencies.  EPD is the lead division responsible for the avoidance and minimization of impacts to regulated natural resources (wetlands & waterways/critical area), and for the management of all compensatory mitigation and stewardship projects. This position involves supporting SHA design divisions with project delivery and coordination with internal and external customers.

MDOT offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our amazing benefits here: MDOT Benefits Guide.

"The State Highway Administration (SHA) has been named Training Magazine’s Training APEX Awards for the fifth consecutive year." 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in natural sciences, earth science, physical science, environmental science, chemistry, physics, biology, agronomy, forestry, horticulture or related sciences, geography, environmental planning, civil engineering, sociology, economics, planning, anthropology, architectural history or related fields such as ecology, landscape architecture, or environmental engineering.

Experience: None

Preferred Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Geographic Information Systems (GIS) experience
• Knowledge of wetland, stream, or forest ecosystems

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:

Candidates must possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the state of Maryland.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

TO APPLY: All applicants must submit an application online at http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd (use of this option allows the application to be saved).  Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed applications. To receive credit for your work history and credentials you must list the information on the DTS-1 application form. The selected candidate may be subject to background and reference checks.  A conviction is not an automatic disqualification from employment. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply

Consideration for employment may be based solely on the contents of your application; therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information.  Please include all relevant experience on your application.  This includes, but is not limited to, full or part time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other experience that is relevant to the position you are applying for.  

The state of Maryland offers excellent health and leave benefits, 401k benefits, pension plan a free transit program, and advanced education and training opportunities.

The incumbent in this position may be a member of the covered bargaining unit.

PLEASE NOTE: State Highway Administration is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints.  All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.  Federal regulations prohibit H-1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees, all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.
 
Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. will be required to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (http://www.naces.org) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation (https://www.wes.org/).

Applications must be submitted by the closing date.

If you have any questions, please contact the Recruitment and Examination Division at the number(s) listed below:
   410-545-5554

Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. Please call 410-545-5554. SHA is committed to complying with the letter and spirit of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
   
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. SHA does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation.

Issue Date: 05/09/2024

Environmental Analyst I Supplemental Questionnaire

Do you possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in natural sciences, earth science, physical science, environmental science, chemistry, physics, biology, agronomy, forestry, horticulture or related sciences, geography, environmental planning, civil engineering, sociology, economics, planning, anthropology, architectural history or related fields such as ecology, landscape architecture, or environmental engineering?

 Yes     No

Do you possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the state of Maryland?

 Yes     No 

 If you answered YES to the previous question, please provide license number and expiration date below.

 * Required Question