Natural Resources Administrator 1 (Coastal Management Specialist) - 20081491

Job Description

• Natural Resources Administrator 1 (Coastal Management Specialist)
• 20081491 (250008MA) Natural Resources Administrator 1 (Coastal Management Specialist)
• 20081491 (250008MA)

Organization:

 Natural Resources

Agency Contact Name and Information:

 Eva.

Gaines@dnr.ohio.gov or 614-265-6406

Unposting Date:

 Apr 28, 2026, 9:59:00 PM

Primary Location:

 

United States of America-OHIO-Erie County Compensation:

 $32.35/hr

Schedule:

 Full-time

Work Hours:

 8am-5pm, subject to change

Classified Indicator:

 Classified

Union:

 Exempt from

Union Primary Job Skill:

 Natural Resources

Technical Skills:

 Program Management, Project Management

Professional Skills:

 Analyzation, Collaboration, Interpreting Data Agency Overview This is a reposting. If you have already applied, your application is still under consideration and you do not need to reapply.

Who we are:

Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That's just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all! Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement! Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair! We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.

Job Duties What we need:

We are seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role for the position of Natural Resources Administrator 1 (Coastal Management Specialist) within the Office of Coastal Management (OCM), headquartered at 1031 Pierce St. Suite F, Sandusky, OH 44870 in Erie County. To learn more about the Office of Coastal Management click here Office of Coastal Management Ohio Department of Natural Resources. What you will do... Assist administrator with coordination & implementation of coastal management projects funded through federal, state, & local sources Oversee special Lake Erie related programs & projects (e.g., identify project requirements, identify & manage budget & time frame requirements, evaluate whether project deliverables are satisfactory, negotiate with project partners as assigned) Review regular project progress reports, manage requests for proposals & assist in office budget planning Review grant applications & provide feedback Assist administrator with implementation of the Ohio Coastal Nonpoint Pollution Control Program (CNPCP) Prepare & present information on coastal issues to local, state & national organizations & public Assist administrator in meetings with other departmental divisions & outside agencies to coordinate & inform about projects Participate in outreach & technical assistance events The Natural Resources specialty for this position is Coastal Management, Biology, Hydrology, Environmental Science, &/or Geology/Oceanography Starting hourly pay of $32.35/hr with multiple pay increases over your first 6.5 years of service, with an end salary of $46.09/hr There may also be cost of living adjustments (COLA) applied. Longevity pay supplements begin after five (5) years of state service. For more details, refer to the Exempt pay range schedule & longevity rates Exempt Employees E1 Department of Administrative Services. Why Work for the State of Ohio 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 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. Qualifications 48 mos. trg. or 48 mos. exp. in natural resources specialty (Coastal Management, Biology, Hydrology, Environmental Science, &/or Geology/Oceanography) indicated under job duties within approved position description AND valid driver's license.

• Or undergraduate major core program AND 24 mos. trg. or 24 mos. exp. in natural resources specialty (Coastal Management, Biology, Hydrology, Environmental Science, &/or Geology/Oceanography) indicated under job duties within approved position AND valid driver's license.
• Or completion of graduate major core program AND 12 mos. exp. in natural resources specialty (Coastal Management, Biology, Hydrology, Environmental Science, &/or Geology/Oceanography) indicated under job duties within approved position description AND valid driver's license.
• Or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above.

N Job Skills:

Natural Resources, Technical Skills:

Project Management, Program Management, Professional Skills:

Collaboration, Interpreting Data, Analyzation