Natural Resource Specialist II (Biological/Geomorphic Lead)

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Natural Resource Specialist II (Biological/Geomorphic Lead)

Salary

$56,893.00 - $65,082.00 Annually

Location

Towson, MD

Job Type

MERIT

Job Number

04.318 02-24

Department

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AND SUSTAINABILITY

Opening Date

02/28/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

Pay Schedule I, Grade 29, Regular Schedule:  35 hours per week


A vacancy exists in the Department of Environmental Protection and Sustainability, Watershed Monitoring 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.

This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.  All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

You may attach your transcript(s) and/or certification(s) / license(s) to your application.

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.


Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered.
 

Examples of Duties

Under general supervision, performs professional management of watershed monitoring programs pertaining to NPDES MS4 and TMDL required monitoring through fieldwork, investigations, data analysis and report preparation.  May assign and review the work of subordinate personnel or act as a project manager.

  • Performs complex environmental and natural resources research pertaining to water quality, compiles detailed information, makes analysis, and prepares reports on environmental issues, areas, and problems.
  • Completes preliminary studies of difficult environmental problems associated with water quality issues.
  • Monitors and reports water quality issues of difficult complexity for compliance with County and State laws and regulations regarding the protection of natural resources, including watercourses, wetlands, water pollution, aquatic habitats, rare and endangered species, agriculture, forests, and wildlife habitats.
  • Conducts field investigation surveys of watercourses, private and public infrastructure, wetlands, forests, and wildlife habitats.
  • Investigates and recommends corrective or mitigating actions for degraded streams and wetlands.
 
Examples of Other Duties 
 
  • Represents the department before community groups and serves as the department's representative on intra-county, community, or other committees.
  • Assists other professionals in technical studies, research and preparation of reports.
  • May supervise subordinate professional and other personnel.
  • 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.

Qualifications

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.

Plus

two years' professional experience in a planning, science or related field.

Additional education in one of the areas listed may be substituted for the required experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Maryland Biological Stream Survey (MBSS) certifications in benthic macroinvertebrate sampling, laboratory processing, physical habitat assessment, fish crew leader, and fish taxonomy.
  • Accredited certification in macroinvertebrate identification (e.g. Society for Freshwater Science (SFS) Group 2 (Ephemeroptera, Plecoptera, and Trichoptera) and Group 3 (Chironomidae) taxonomic certifications), or ability to obtain certification as demonstrated through coursework, training, or experience in identification of freshwater invertebrates.
  • Experience in ecological sampling of aquatic ecosystems including the use of electrofishing techniques, benthic macroinvertebrate techniques, physical habitat assessments and/or geomorphology assessments.
  • Experience in using "R" programming language related to the environmental and/or biological fields.

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 licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. 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 by the closing date of the job posting.

You may attach your transcript(s) and/or certification(s) / license(s) to your 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 II (Biological/Geomorphic Lead)
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Qualified applicants will be assigned a rating based on an evaluation of their training and experience as submitted on their applications and supplemental questions. Applications should state clearly and completely for evaluation purposes the dates, duties, and responsibilities of past and present experience.

Conditions of Employment

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.

 

Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace
All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace
Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Salary

Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance
General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.
Longevity Increases -  In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.

Employee Assistance Program
Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance
Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire.  Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts
Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance
Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions.  The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement
Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave
Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.

Sick Leave
Vacation Leave
Personal Leave
Holidays
Bereavement Leave
Jury Leave
Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union
Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit
Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Educational Assistance
70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.

Deferred Compensation
Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer
This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.

01
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 this position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.
  • I have read and acknowledge the above statement.
02
The purpose of the supplemental questions listed below is to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this job classification. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly. To be considered for this position, the experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. Questions with text answers require you to include the name of the employer/organization and dates of the specific experience.
  • I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.
03
Are you currently a merit (full-time), non-merit (part-time), or temporary employee of the Baltimore County General Government? Employees of Baltimore County Public Schools, Baltimore County Public Library, Baltimore County's court systems or Baltimore County Community College and employees of temporary services used by the County are not considered employees of the Baltimore County General Government.
  • Yes
  • No
04
Select the type of driver's license you currently hold. Be sure you have provided your driver's license number, class and state in the previous section of this application.
  • Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a commercial, Class A Maryland Driver's License.
  • Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a commercial, Class B Maryland Driver's License.
  • Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License with a Passenger Endorsement.
  • Non-Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a non-commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License.
  • Provisional Non-Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Provisional Non-Commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License.
  • Driver's License Learners Permit.
  • I do not have a driver's license.
05
The position you are applying for requires proof of education and/or licenses beyond high school in order to qualify. You must submit this proof as instructed on the job posting. If you do not submit the transcript(s) or license(s) by the closing date, your application will not be considered further.
  • I have read and acknowledge the above instructions and have attached proof of education.
06
Select the option that best describes your education/experience.
  • PHD in environmental, regional, urban or city planning, or in a natural resource, environmental or a biological science.
  • Master's degree in environmental, regional, urban or city planning, or in a natural resource, environmental or a biological science.
  • Bachelor's degree in environmental, regional, urban or city planning, or in a natural resource, environmental or a biological science plus two years' professional experience in a planning, science or related field.
  • I do not have any of the combinations of education and experience as listed above.
07
Provide specific example(s) of the professional experience you have in a planning, science or related field. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you chose "I do not have any of the combinations of education and experience as listed above" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.
08
Do you have experience in biological and geomorphic monitoring of freshwater streams as it pertains to NPDES MS4 permit requirements or TMDL development and implementation?
  • Yes
  • No
09
Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering "N/A" to this question.
10
Do you have experience in developing and implementing biological monitoring studies/programs?
  • Yes
  • No
11
Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering "N/A" to this question.
12
Do you have experience and skill in identifying fresh water benthic macroinvertebrates and fish to the genus level?
  • Yes
  • No
13
Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering "N/A" to this question.
14
Do you have experience in using Maryland Biological Stream Survey (MBSS) protocols and procedures as they relate to freshwater systems?
  • Yes
  • No
15
Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering "N/A" to this question.
16
Do you have experience in calculating Index of Biotic Integrity (IBI) scores using macroinvertebrate and fish data?
  • Yes
  • No
17
Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering "N/A" to this question.
18
Do you have experience in gathering geomorphological and physical habitat data as it pertains to freshwater systems?
  • Yes
  • No
19
Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering "N/A" to this question.
20
Do you have experience in statistical analysis of biological water quality and/or physical habitat data along with the graphical and reporting aspect of the process?
  • Yes
  • No
21
Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering "N/A" to this question.
22
Do you have experience with Geographical Information Systems (GIS)?
  • Yes
  • No
23
Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering "N/A" to this question.
24
Do you have experience in data management as it pertains to compiling, analyzing and reporting on biological and geomorphic monitoring data?
  • Yes
  • No
25
Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering "N/A" to this question.
26
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. Are you willing and able to accept these conditions of employment?
  • Yes
  • No
27
Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks. Are you willing and able to accept these conditions of employment?
  • Yes
  • No
28
I understand I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including my street address, my e-mail address, and my contact telephone numbers. My failure to maintain accurate contact information may result in my not receiving information regarding this job announcement and/or may result in my not being further considered for this employment opportunity. To update this information visit www.governmentjobs.com, log into your account, and edit your profile.
  • I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

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