NEPA Specialist
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Job Description
The work we do matters!
Hiring Agency:
Transportation Agency 27
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Job Description:
We reward our employees hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Statematched retirement contribution of 156
13 paid holidays
Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
Military leave
Tuition reimbursement program
Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
79 employerpaid health insurance plans
Dental and vision insurance plans
Employerpaid $20000 life insurance policy
Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
Training and Development based on your career aspirations
Job security and stability even during times of economic hardship
Employee Assistance Program
Fun inviting teammates
Free parking
Pay range is $32.495 $47.902 per hour. The pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints if approved.
JOB DUTIES:
- Gather analyze and assemble data necessary to determine the environmental impact associated with road construction upon locales within the state.
- Prepare Environmental Impact Statements Environmental Assessments Categorical Exclusions and Section 4(f) Statements.
- Review environmental documents prepared by others.
- Manage environmental consultants.
- Review and respond to agency and public comments received on reports prepared; prepare final and/or supplemental reports based on comments received or upon project changes.
- Coordinate with the Federal Highway Administration and other Federal State and/or Local Agency representatives during the environmental process to obtain environmental approval.
- Be knowledgeable of Federal and State environmental regulations and policies.
- Assist project sponsors in determining the appropriate level of environmental documentation needed for federalaid projects.
- Gather technical data using computerbased programs to support environmental document development and regulatory agency consultations.
- Research environmental topics to assist in policy development.
- Conduct and oversee environmental compliance monitoring projects to determine environmental conditions before during and following construction.
- File and retrieve records files and field plans.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree in a scientific or technical discipline related to environmental assessment or compliance review principles and practices including but not limited to biological sciences agricultural/soil sciences geography ecology/environmental studies Historic Properties landscape architecture or related engineering disciplines AND two 2 years experience performing research investigative or compliance work related to environmental or other technical assessments of the impact of construction engineering or similar projects. Additional years of experience in the above work areas may substitute for the bachelors degree requirement on a yearforyear basis. An advanced degree may substitute for one of the two years required experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Education and 23 years of experience in the preparation of NEPA Environmental Impact Statements Environmental Assessments and Categorical Exclusion documents for projects funded through the Federal Highway Administration.
- Educational courses or training in the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
- Training and/or experience in preparation of Section 106 of the Historic Preservation Act and/or Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act.
- Experience using mapping software and other similar computer programs including Microsoft Office.
- Familiarity with roadway plans.
Other: Regular and reliable attendance is also required.
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of environmental regulating agencies and their functions.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Ability to collect organize and present information in a report format.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay benefits paid time off retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position agency and employment status. For more information on benefits please visit: Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity inclusion and belonging. We recruit hire train and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race color religion sex. age national origin disability marital status or genetics.
Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub Internal Apply app from your home landing page.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
