Title: Environmental Review Analyst
Requisition Id: 3097
Salary: $43,176.00 - $53,880.00
Salary Grade: S7
Job Location: Commission Headquarters (JEFFE1)
Closing Date: May 24, 2024
Our Culture: The Missouri Department of Conservation supports a culture of trusted professionals that is dedicated to our mission, responsible stewards, and believe in One MDC.
To learn more about the job, feel free to contact the hiring supervisor- Kelly M Rezac at Kelly.Rezac@mdc.mo.gov or at573 5224115x3151.
Summary/Objective
Oversee a statewide program that is responsible for preparing coordinated technical responses to external requests for information on the occurrence of sensitive species and natural communities that may be impacted by external development projects, and appropriate best management practices (BMPs) for avoiding and minimizing potential impacts.
Essential Job Duties
- Conduct GIS analyses using ArcPro to determine the occurrence of sensitive animal, plant, natural community, public lands and other important natural resources within and near the proposed development project area and identify possible and probable impacts to these resources from external (non-MDC) construction and development project activities.
- Use this information to develop Environmental Review Reports that identify sensitive species, natural communities and other resources that may be impacted, provide Best Management Practices (BMPs) to avoid and minimize impacts, and direct the requestor to coordinate with other State or Federal agencies as needed.
- Coordinate with MDC biologists and area managers as needed to inform development of Environmental Review Reports.
- Manage Environmental Review Tool (ERT) Website and serve as primary Department contact for information, instruction, troubleshooting, and training on use of the ERT.
- Recommend and approve ERT enhancements, ensuring accuracy of updated data, search techniques, and other new features, and coordinate with NatureServe on ERT maintenance.
- Collaborate with MDC Biologists to develop, update and distribute Best Management Practices (BMPs)
- Review applications for Wildlife Collector’s permits that include species collection on MDC lands and coordinate with Area Managers to provide guidance on access to MDC lands.
Ancillary Job Duties
- Participate in agency-wide priority projects and initiatives as needed.
- Assist in maintaining information on Species of Conservation Concern.
- Assist other Scientists as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Wildlife Science, Biological Science, Environmental Science, Fisheries Science, Botany, Forestry, Zoology, or closely related field.
- Two (2) years of progressively responsible professional experience in scientific research, environmental review, fisheries, or wildlife management.
- Must maintain a valid, current driver's license.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Familiarity with Missouri's rare (i.e., Species of Conservation Concern) plants, animals, and natural communities. Familiarity with Natural Heritage Program data preferred.
- Advanced wildlife biology background and familiarity with federal and state policy and laws pertaining to wildlife and natural resources.
- Proficient in ArcPro, ArcGIS, or other complex data management tools.
- Ability to develop and sustain cooperative working relationships, including with co-workers, regional field staff, and individuals from other agencies.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to make independent decisions and act quickly and decisively on the determined course of action.
- Ability to handle multiple, diverse tasks of a complex nature and employ good time management techniques.
- Ability to maintain focus and intensity, and remain optimistic and persistent even under adversity.
- Ability to use office equipment, such as copier, multi-line phone system, fax machine, scanner and computer.
- Ability to travel overnight and work varying hours and shifts.
Work Environment
- Work is performed in a standard office environment.
- Occasionally perform outdoors where hot, cold, wet and/or humid conditions exist.
Physical Abilities
- Remain in a stationary position 70% of the time.
- Move about grounds, both inside and outside of buildings.
- Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.
- Frequently communicate and exchange accurate information.
- Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.
- Regularly lift up to 5 pounds, correctly lift up to 50 pounds.
- Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.
Disclaimer
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; an employee will also perform other reasonably related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. The Missouri Department of Conservation reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, functions, and requirements.
Exemption Status/Special Notes
This position has been determined to be non-exempt according to the Fair Labor Standards Act. Employees must agree to accept compensatory time in lieu of cash payments in accordance with the Department's Compensatory Time Off and Overtime Policy.
Salaried and hourly employees are expected to use a mobile device-cellular phone for Department business, as needed.
MDC promotes a Tobacco-Free (smoke and smokeless) working environment.
The Department of Conservation will only hire United States citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States. All new employees will be required to complete an "Employment Eligibility Verification" (Form I-9) and produce requested documentation after employment.
Candidates seeking initial employment or re-employment must submit to a drug screen following offer of employment.
All persons employed with the state of Missouri shall file all state income tax forms and pay all state income taxes owed.
Nearest Major Market: Jefferson City
Nearest Secondary Market: Columbia Missouri