Baltimore County

Under general supervision, this position will serve as a professional watershed planner in the Watershed Management Section of the Baltimore County Department of Environmental Protection and Sustainability.. The position involves watershed plan development, outreach and education, grant program support, data analysis, and report preparation as it pertains to NPDES MS4 permit requirements, TMDLs, and related water quality regulations.. 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.. ATTN: Natural Resource Specialist I - Watershed Management. Baltimore County Government

natural resource specialist

Pay Schedule I, Grade 26, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week. A vacancy exists in the Department of Environmental Protection and Sustainability, Watershed Management 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 a reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications. 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. You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Under general supervision, this position will serve as a professional watershed planner in the Watershed Management Section of the Baltimore County Department of Environmental Protection and Sustainability. The position involves watershed plan development, outreach and education, grant program support, data analysis, and report preparation as it pertains to NPDES MS4 permit requirements, TMDLs, and related water quality regulations.
Performs complex environmental and natural resources planning and research, compiles detailed information, analyzes data, and prepares reports on environmental management issues, areas, and problems.
Assists project managers in the preparation of watershed assessment plans and maps or special studies.
Participates in the development and implementation of outreach strategies and messaging.
Performs field and desktop assessments of sites for stormwater challenges and opportunities for improvement.
Assists project managers in working collaboratively with non-profit grantees, professional design consultants, contractors, State agencies, other professional staff and residents of Baltimore County.
Represents the department before community groups and serves as the department's representative for other county agencies, and on intra-county, community, or other committees.
Assists with grant management. Examples of Other Duties
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 .) 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. Preferred Qualifications
Experience and/or coursework in:
Environmental science, especially environmental restoration.
Environmental law or policy, especially NPDES MS4 permit and Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs).
Water quality monitoring.
Database management.
Geographical Information Systems (GIS).
Environmental education and/or environmental behavior change. 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 education beyond high school to meet the required qualifications for this job. 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. 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 I - Watershed Management
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204 You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application. EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation.
Employees hired after July 1, 2022 are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions. 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. Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.
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