Natural Resources Engineer 1

If you require an accommodation for the interview process or the position please notify the assigned recruiter.

Training & Development Required to Remain in Classification After Employment:
Must test & pass Fundamental of Engineering (FE) exam & be issued valid Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certificate by State Licensing Board within 180 days of start date.

Unusual Working Conditions:
May be exposed to inclement weather & unsafe conditions during inspections of projects to include walking long and short distances climbing & navigating rough terrain steep slopes & embankments & spillways & ladders while carrying needed equipment.

For Questions Regarding This Posting Please Contact:
Paul Hengstenberg

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicants prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

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.

Engineering degree from recognized school or college which has been accredited by accreditation board for engineering & technology or that has been evaluated by National Council of Examiners for Engineering & Surveying (NCEES) Credentials Evaluations as meeting the NCEES Engineering Education Standard.

What Youll Do

You dont have to know a lot about agriculture youll learn that on the job!You just have to have a willingness to learn and a desire to devote your skills to a greater purpose.This position is responsible for:

• Assists with the development & implementation of conservation engineering projects within the 17 county Area in northwest Ohio (Area I)
• Conducts field inspections
• Corresponds directly with private landowners (e.g. design conservation practices reviews preliminary construction as-built drawings assesses impacts of structures neighboring properties)
• Contacts producers for one on one consultation & in group Settings to promote sound nutrient management practices
• Makes recommendations to supervisor
• Prepares documents reports & correspondence
• Reviews & responds to inquiries
• Works cooperatively with NRCS and FSA to complete Farm Bill funded conservation engineering practices
• Assist Division staff in the development organization and instruction of training offered through the Technician Development Program across Ohio
• Assists with training of agency & organization staff working in Area I on conservation practice design construction and related engineering documentation
• Assist in the development and offering of training in Area I on pollution abatement rules policies procedures and analysis of water pollution problems and developing Nutrient Management Plans
• Assist Division staff in the development organization and instruction of training offered through the Technician Development Program across Ohio
• Assists with training of agency & organization staff working in Area I on conservation practice design construction and related engineering documentation
• Assist in the development and offering of training in Area I on pollution abatement rules policies procedures and analysis of water pollution problems and developing Nutrient Management Plans
• Coordinates with technicians in carrying out pollution abatement special projects in Area I & coordinates activities with local soil & water conservation districts staff in Area I
• Makes inspections evaluations prepares & maintains records & develops reports related to pollution abatement activities for the Division of Soil & Water Resources in Area I
• Assists SWCDs in Area I in the investigation and resolution of complaints associated with violations of agricultural pollution abatement rules
• Performs other duties as assigned

This position shall be filled in accordance with the provisions of the OCSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement. ODA bargaining unit members have selection rights before non-bargaining unit members. All other applications will only be considered if an internal bargaining unit applicant is not selected for this position.

We Support Diversity and Inclusion

ODA values its internal diversity and pledges to cultivate an inclusive and engaging environment for all employees where differences are embraced and celebrated. The agency commits to building a workforce that champions the advancement of DEI principles and initiatives. The values on which these efforts are founded are: respect empathy transparency equality and equal access.

Whats 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 ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

• Quality affordable and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan.

Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental vision and basic life insurancepremiums are freeafter one year of continuous service.

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

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of his/her salary towards his/her retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employees salary. Visit theOPERS websitefor more information.

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit theOhio Deferred Compensation websitefor more information.

Maternity Benefits

• Expanded maternity health care benefits available to state employees enrolled in the Ohio Med PPO and Ohio Med NN (narrow network) medical plan options. Several prenatal childbirth and post-childbirth services areprovided at no out-of-pocket cost to employees utilizing network providers.
• Examples of services now covered by network providers at 100% include:
• Prenatal care including physician visits and examinations.
• Home health care services designated as maternity care (for expectant members on bed rest).
• Inpatient claims for all types of delivery.
• Inpatient NICU claims from birth through discharge.
• Postpartum care including office visits for follow-up and procedures/treatments directly related to maternity.

• Medications prescribed for both antepartum and postpartum conditions (e.g. morning sickness postpartum depression). Medical services provided by non-network providers will be processed at the applicable coinsurance deductible and out-of-pocket limits.
• Prescription drugs that are directly related to maternity care are covered with no copay. The State of Ohio has collaborated with the prescription drug third-party administrator (OptumRx) to provide a list of covered medications that can be approved for zero copay via prior authorization from providers.

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.

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.

Who We Are

ODA helps Ohioans in many ways including: supporting agriculture protecting consumers safeguarding plants and animals and conserving natural resources. As a cabinet-level agency we answer to the Governor and we get a lot of stuff done! Ohios food and agriculture industry is huge contributing $124 billion to the economy and employing one in eight people. This success starts on the farm but these arent your great grandpas farms! They may have started way back when but many of Ohios more than 70000 farms are modern state-of-the-art operations that use technology to maximize production to feed our growing population.

ODA is located in Reynoldsburg on a beautiful 158-acre campus. Parking is free and so are the amazing connections you will make with professionals who are known as the best in their field.

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 ourTotal 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 (such as 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.