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State of Oregon · 7 hours ago

Environmental Permitting Coordinator (Program Analyst 3) | Limited Duration

Salem, OR

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$5,837/mo - $8,959/mo

4+ years exp

The State of Oregon is seeking an Environmental Permitting Coordinator to assist grant applicants and recipients in obtaining necessary environmental permits for recreational boating access improvements. The role involves preparing permit applications, writing biological opinions, and collaborating with various agencies to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

GovernmentNon ProfitPublic SafetySocial

No H1B

Responsibilities

Assist grant applicants and recipients with obtaining all necessary environmental permits for recreational boating access improvements, repairs, renovations, and development

Preparing permit applications

Writing biological opinions and assessments

Completing wetland delineations

Identifying mitigation options and locations

Working collaboratively with Facility Program staff, state, federal and local permitting agencies, and the boating facility owner/operator to obtain necessary permits

Qualification

Environmental permitting processesBiological assessmentsMitigation planningEndangered Species ActClean Water ActWetlands delineationMS WordMS ExcelMS AccessInterpersonal skillsAttention to detailCommunication skillsCollaborative teamwork

Required

A Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Environmental Sciences Fisheries and Wildlife, Botany, Hydrology, Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a degree related to the agency program that demonstrates the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and four years' experience coordinating or administering a regulatory program, OR

Any combination of experience or education equivalent to seven years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skill requirements listed for the classification

Preferred

Knowledge of and experience with state, federal, and local permitting processes

Experience preparing permits that involve Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act, Wetlands, Stormwater Management, National Environmental Protection Act and other related policies, laws, and guidance

Experience preparing mitigation and planting plans

Excellent interpersonal skills, including experience working in a collaborative team environment with both internal and external customers and collaborators

Ability to collect, organize and evaluate information to produce recommendations for action

Keen eye for attention to detail and communication skills at the professional level, including the ability to communicate information effectively both orally and in writing

Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and Access

Experience delineating wetlands is a bonus, but not a requirement