NEPA Environmental Specialist

Posting Details

Posting Number: S14626P

Working Title: NEPA Environmental Specialist

Department: PSO-Carl Vinson Inst of Govt

About the University of Georgia: Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University s main campus is located in Athens, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.

UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department: The UGA Carl Vinson Institute of Government - Who We Are. As a Public Service and Outreach unit at the University of Georgia, the Institute contributes to the public service mission by helping to create jobs and prosperity, developing leaders, and addressing critical issues. The Institute informs, inspires, and innovates so governments can be more efficient and responsive.

We provide impartial support to local governments and state agencies and convene multidisciplinary groups to plan for and address challenges in Georgia. Our focus areas include workforce and economic development; infrastructure and community resilience; government operations; measuring and reporting impact; building capabilities of government leaders; and leveraging technology and data. Our culture emphasizes excellence and public service in partnership with Fort Benning and Georgia communities.

Our Culture: We disseminate knowledge through research, scholarship, and instruction. We collaborate across our areas of expertise and across the university with researchers to bring best practices to governments and communities we serve.

Website: www.

CVIOG.uga.edu

Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time: Full Time

Work Schedule: Normal business hours are M-F, 8-5. See Additional Schedule Information below.

Advertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date: 01/22/2026

Open until filled: Yes

Closing Date:

Proposed Starting Date: 03/01/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants: Position is located at Fort Benning Installation:
Directorate of Public Works, 6605 Meloy Dr, Fort Benning, GA 31905, Columbus Area. Applicants must ensure eligibility to work in the United States on or before the effective date and maintain eligibility without sponsorship.

Location of Vacancy: Columbus Area

EEO Policy Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status. Accommodations requests: hrweb.

USG Core Values: Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, Respect. Details and policies are available online.

Classification

Title:

Res Assc-Social Science II

FLSA: Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor s degree in a related field of science and 2 years of professional experience

Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge, education, and expertise to illustrate proficiency in technical writing, with a minimum of five years of NEPA documentation experience preferred.

Position Summary: The position performs and completes daily NEPA reviews on DPW work orders, service orders, document reviews and internal NEPA projects; assists in preparation of NEPA documentation for federal projects and activities; provides environmental review and evaluation for federally funded construction projects and federal actions; and prepares NEPA documents for government review/approval. Coordinates environmental analysis for proposed actions including MILCON, SRM construction, real estate actions, contamination disclosure, training, and building disposals.

Reviews environmental real estate documentation, analyzes environmental plans and data, and supports Army-related actions. May support resilience projects in partnership with Fort Benning.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or

Competencies:

• Knowledge of NEPA concepts, regulations, and documentation to prepare, manage, review, and coordinate NEPA documents.
• Experience and knowledge of the NEPA public involvement process.
• Ability to develop Phase I Environmental Site Assessments/Environmental Conditions of Property (ECP) Reports.
• Knowledge of real estate principles and markets related to acquisition, management, or disposition of property.
• Knowledge of environmental laws, regulations, permitting requirements, and compliance planning.
• Understanding of facility engineering and environmental protection concepts and related documentation; provide guidance to supported activities and ensure documentation is…