Environmental Specialist 1-Capital Programs Administration, PN 20054070
Who We Are:
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) oversees building and maintaining the nation’s 5th largest interstate system and the 2nd largest number of bridges. We take pride in providing safe and efficient roadways for the people of Ohio and to the people traveling within our great state. And in order to achieve that, we do A LOT! From Planning, Engineering, Construction to Law, HR, Communications, IT and everything in between, ODOT has a career for just about everyone. ODOTers are hardworking, passionate, and dedicated to public service. We strive to achieve our agency’s vision every day: To be a long term, reliable, professional, and highly productive organization.
We Support Diversity, Equity and Inclusion:
ODOT values its diversity, and is committed to cultivating an inclusive and equitable work environment for all employees - one where differences are respected and celebrated. Our agency continues to build a workforce that champions the advancement of DEI principles and initiatives.
ODOT's Mission Statement:
To provide a transportation system that is safe, accessible, well maintained, and positioned for the future.
What You Will Do:
- Prepares various environmental documents & reports
- Prepares exhibits for transportation projects
- Perform field data collection & photographing
- Assists in developing environmental studies & determine impacts
- Involved in public involvement activities for transportation projects
- Work closely with the Design and Maintenance Departments to address issues and future project considerations
- Answers inquiries from state, federal and local government agencies, consultants, and the public
Who we are looking for:
- Skilled, detail oriented, adaptable problem solver
- Ability to read and interpret plans and contract documents
- Strong communicator who will work collaboratively within the organization and with federal, state, and local agencies
- Understanding of the environmental processes as related to transportation projects
- Committed and passionate about improving safety for the public
What’s in it for you:
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
- Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.
Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance
- Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.
Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
- 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth/Adoption leave
Employee Development Funds
- The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.
Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
- OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.
Deferred Compensation
- The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.
Official Position Description:
Prepares & reviews various environmental documents (e.g., categorical exclusions; environmental assessments; environmental impact statements; noise reports; farmland impact rating reports; Section 4(f)/6(f) reports; cultural resource reports; biological reports; endangered species reports; social/economic reports; air quality reports; hazardous material screening reports), & performs field data collection; & photographing or video-taping. Prepares related exhibits for use by other planning transportation projects & evaluates environmental impacts. Assists in developing environmental studies to determine impact of proposed transportation projects, recommends project scope, compiles and analyzes data, tracks project work status, & prepares report to include findings & recommendations.
Researches & evaluates projects & programs for development & implementation of transportation projects, collects & analyzes data & compiles reports, researches local, state & federal laws, processes application for permits, analyzes present programs for process improvement & assists in evaluation of consultant pre-qualification submissions.
Represents district at meetings, answers inquiries from state, federal & local government agencies, ODOT Central Office, consultants, & the public. Prepares & reviews data & maintains records or reports related to assigned area/projects; provides technical assistance & works cooperatively with other involved parties as necessary; serves as expert witness when necessary; makes recommendations for corrective or legal action, collects, researches, prepares & reviews resources data pertinent to assigned activities; attends training sessions & seminars; assists in conducting special studies or programs/projects.
Performs other related duties as required (e.g. assists with preparation of exhibits, materials & presentation & logistics for public meetings & hearings, prepares & delivers speeches, attends training sessions & seminars).
Qualifications
3 yrs. trg. or 3 yrs. exp. in position involving engineering or chemistry, physics, biology, environmental science, geology, hydrogeology, earth science &/or urban & regional planning &/or other comparable physical or health science field &/or mathematics &/or history &/or archaeology (i.e., latter two subject areas pertain to positions only in Department of Transportation) which included responsibility for determining environmental & economic effects of environmental pollution or inspecting proposed & existing industrial water pollution pre-treatment &/or abandoned industrial facilities to determine existence of public health &/or pollution problems &/or other facility or site inspections & investigations to determine compliance with state &/or federal environmental control regulations. Training &/or experience must be commensurate with duties to be assigned.
- Or completion of undergraduate core program in engineering, chemistry, physics, biology, environmental science, earth science &/or urban & regional planning, geology or other comparable physical or health science field or mathematics, history or archaeology with education commensurate with duties to be assigned. Note: For all positions engaged in field work, applicants must be able to provide own transportation. New employees in EPA's solid waste program, excluding those in the solid waste planning unit, must obtain a sanitarian-in-training certificate during their probationary period.
- Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
Technical Skills: Environmental Services
Professional Skills: Customer Focus, Analyzation, Collaboration
Supplemental Information
ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.
All bargaining unit and exempt new hires to ODOT must serve a one-year probationary period.
This position is overtime eligible per FLSA Standards.
If this position is filled internally, the wage rate will be determined in accordance with the contract.
Unusual Working Conditions: May require travel; may work outside exposed to varying weather conditions; may be exposed to toxic &/or hazardous substances; may be exposed to heights.
All candidates applying for employment opportunities should be authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship for an employment visa is not currently available for positions with the Ohio Department of Transportation.
ADA Statement
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free Workplace
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.