Natural Resources Engineer

Natural Resources Engineer 1

Organization:
Natural Resources Agency Contact Name and Information:
Theresa Ellis, theresa.elliso.gov or

Work Location:

OH Dept of Naturl Resc Complex 2045 Morse Rd Building D Columbus 43224

Primary

Location:

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus Compensation: $31.47

Schedule:

Full-time

Work Hours:

M-F, 8 AM - 5 PM, (subject to change) Classified Indicator:
Classified Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill:
Civil Engineering Technical

Skills:

Inspection Principles Professional

Skills:

Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking

Agency Overview:

Who we are:

Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That's just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all!

Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement! Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair!

Our central office campus at Fountain Square is like an oasis on Morse Road with private, secured parking, wildlife, a walking path, and natural areas including a small prairie and wetland. We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.

What you will do:

Assist in reviews of detailed construction plans and specifications for dams and levees for compliance with appropriate criteria and make recommendations for approval, disapproval, or modification of the plans to project manager. Assist with detailed hydrologic, hydraulic and stability analyses of embankments that includes analysis of spillways and other appurtenances to evaluate their integrity and safety. Travel to dam sites throughout the state of Ohio to conduct and assist with detailed engineering inspections of existing and proposed dams.

Prepare, assist, and review written reports of inspections Starting hourly pay of $31.47hr with multiple pay increases over your first 7.5 years of service, with an end salary of $46.08/hr there may also be cost of living adjustments (COLA) applied. Longevity pay supplements begin after five (5) years of state service. For more details, refer to the OCSEA pay range schedule & longevity rates OCSEA Employees | Department of Administrative Services.

Training and Development Required to Remain in the Classification After Employment:
Must test & pass Fundamental of Engineering (FE) exam & be issued valid Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certificate by State Licensing Board within 180 days of start date.

Why Work for the State of Ohio:
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
* Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Engineering degree from recognized school or college which has been accredited by accreditation board for engineering & technology or that has been evaluated by National Council of Examiners for Engineering & Surveying (NCEES) Credentials Evaluations as meeting the NCEES Engineering Education Standard. Job

Skills:

Civil Engineering Technical

Skills:

Inspection Principles Professional

Skills:

Critical Thinking, Attention to Detail Supplemental Information Application Requirements:
Please ensure your online application clearly indicates how you meet minimum qualifications (MQs). Transcripts are required for all coursework, degrees or educational accomplishments claimed on the application. Applicants must submit a transcript (can be unofficial until point of selection) by the posting deadline (attach in the Additional Attachments section of the application submission [Step 6]). Should you have issues attaching, please email to: hro.gov.

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