Natural Resources Engineer

Organization

Organization:
Natural Resources

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

Unposting Date:
Ongoing

Primary

Location:

United States of America - OHIO - Erie County - Sandusky

Compensation: $33.52/hr

Schedule:

Full-time

Work Hours:

M-F, 8 AM - 5 PM (subject to change)

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill:
Civil Engineering

Technical

Skills:

Natural Resources

Professional

Skills:

Building Trust, Critical Thinking

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! We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.

We are seeking energetic, passionate people who want to play a key role for the position of Natural Resources Engineer 2 within the Office of Coastal Management
, headquartered in Erie County
. The address is 1031 Pierce St, Ste F, Sandusky, Ohio 44870
. To learn more about the Office of Coastal Management please visit the Office of Coastal Management | Ohio Department of Natural Resources.

What you will do:

• Review applications for permits and leases for Lake Erie access and erosion control projects including detailed construction/engineering plans and specifications.
• Perform site visits to assess site conditions and inspect coastal structures and coastal restorations.
• Provide guidance to Lake Erie coastal property owners and lake-front communities related to lake access, erosion mitigation, and best management practices.
• Perform education and outreach to community officials, technical professionals, and residents regarding coastal hazards, nature-based shorelines, and coastal management concepts.
• Starting hourly pay of $33.52/hr with multiple pay increases over your first 7.5 years of service, with an end salary of $49.18/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.

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 (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 a recognized college accredited by the accreditation board for engineering & technology AND valid Engineer-In-Training certificate issued by State Licensing Board AND 1 year of engineering-related experience.

Job

Skills:

Civil Engineering

Technical

Skills:

Natural Resources

Professional

Skills:

Critical Thinking, Building Trust