NATURAL RESOURCES PLANNER I

Introduction We encourage you to consider an exciting career with the Maryland\r\nDepartment of the Environment (MDE). If you are dedicated to protecting and\r\npreserving Maryland's air, water, land resources, and safeguarding the health\r\nof all its citizens, we invite you to apply and become a part of our team.\r\nMDE is committed to a mission of protecting and restoring the environment\r\nfor the health and well-being of all Marylanders, with a vision of healthy,\r\nvibrant, and sustainable communities and ecosystems throughout the state.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nAs part of our continuous efforts to optimize performance and drive\r\nsuccess the Natural Resource Planner I is eligible for an annual promotion. The\r\nincumbent may advance to a higher grade within the classification series, based\r\non satisfactory work performance.�\r\n\r\nProgressive grade levels include:\r\nNatural Resource Planner II

• Grade 15�$62,220.00
• 96,790.00 Yearly\r\nNatural Resource Planner III
• Grade 16�$66,314.00
• 103,309.

00\r\nYearly\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n�\r\n\r\n\r\n

GRADE 13

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LOCATION OF POSITION

Water and Science Administration\r\nIndustrial Stormwater Permits Division,\r\nWastewater Pollution Prevention & Reclamation Program\r\n1800 Washington BLVD 21030\r\nBaltimore, MD 21030\r\n Main Purpose of Job \r\nThe Natural Resources Planner I is an entry-level position within the Industrial Stormwater Permits Division of the Water and Science Administration's Wastewater Pollution Prevention & Reclamation Program. Working as part of a collaborative team of planners, the incumbent protects State water resources by managing the lifecycle of individual and general discharge permit applications. This role utilizes a foundational scientific background to review applications and prepare technical fact sheets, public notices, and written responses to public comments. Additionally, the incumbent leverages a customer service background to actively participate in stakeholder meetings, discuss projects with the public, and assist in preparing tentative determinations and judicial review records. Finally, the position supports divisional tracking, targeting, and reporting activities to manage the universe of active applications and identify unpermitted facilities requiring regulatory coverage.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe working conditions of this position may involve:\r\n\r\n Exposure to uncomfortable or unpleasant surroundings.\r\n Special physical demands such as lifting 50 pounds or more\r\n Site visits may include climbing ladders or navigating stream valleys to visibly inspect an outfall or pollution control device.\r\n Use of protective equipment such as hard-hat, safety shoes, googles, gloves, mask, etc.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe incumbent in this position will be required to drive a State vehicle.��If you maintain an out-of-state driving license, you must provide a certified copy of your driving record for the appropriate Motor Vehicle Administration at the time of appointment. Individuals must maintain a driver's license with no more than 5 points on their driving record in order to drive a State vehicle.\r\n\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

�� A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in an environmental science or natural resources planning, management or development.\r\n

Experience:

�None.\r\n

Notes:

\r\n1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in urban or�regional planning, engineering, physical geography, or the physical, chemical, biological sciences and one year of experience in natural resources planning or applied environmental science for the required education.\r\n2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military�service experience as a commissioned officer in the�general natural resources management and biological sciences�classifications or general natural resources management and biological sciences specialty codes in the general natural resources management and biological sciences field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required education.��\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

It is preferred that the selected candidate has the following:\r\n�\r\nBachelor's degree in biology, environmental science or\r\nrelated degree\r\n�\r\nKnowledge of invasive species\r\n�\r\nTraining and/or experience in GIS \r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS NOT APPLICABLE.

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SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your\r\napplication to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All\r\ninformation concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing\r\ndate.�We will not consider the information submitted after this\r\ndate.�Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified and placed on\r\nthe�eligible (employment) list for at least one year.\r\n�\r\nApplication must be completed. Do not leave work experience section\r\nblank.��Do not cut and paste resume or answer see resume.�All\r\nsupplemental questions must be answered thoroughly. Incomplete or one-word\r\nanswers, such as 'yes, ' will result in no credit for those\r\nresponses.\r\n�\r\nShould you possess a bachelor's/master's degree from a college or\r\nuniversity outside of the United States, you must have your educational\r\ncredentials evaluated by an approved education review service.� This\r\nevaluation must be submitted prior to hire.�For further information, you\r\nmay call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. at 302-737-8715 or World\r\nEducation Services Inc. at 1-800-932-3897 or 202-331-2925.\r\n�\r\nAll Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States\r\nunder the Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986. You must be legally\r\nauthorized and possess any necessary documents under this Act to be hired in\r\nthe position for which you applied.��\r\n

BENEFITS

The State of Maryland offers a generous benefits package that includes:\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nFlexible work schedules and telework opportunities for many positions\r\nFree mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis\r\nGenerous paid leave that increases with years of service\r\nPaid holidays\r\nHealth coverage with low out-of-pocket costs\r\nEmployee & employer contributory pension plan�\r\n�\r\nClick on the link below for more information.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nSTATE

OF MARYLAND

BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

It is highly preferred that you apply online. If you are unable to apply\r\nonline, you may submit the State paper application and supplemental\r\nquestionnaire (by the closing date) to shantasia.baker1@maryland.

gov or mail\r\nto:

\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nMaryland Department of the Environment\r\nOHR

• Recruitment and Examination Division\r\n1800 Washington Blvd.

\r\nBaltimore MD 21230\r\n�\r\nResumes are not accepted in lieu of completing the\r\napplication.�\r\n�\r\nFor questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Shantasia Baker\r\nat 410-537-3808. If you have difficulties submitting your online application,\r\nplease contact the Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and\r\nExamination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.

Help@maryland.gov.\r\n�\r\nWe thank our Veterans for their service to our country.� People with\r\ndisabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal\r\nopportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining, and\r\npromoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.� MDE is\r\ndedicated to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We\r\nstrive to cultivate an inclusive environment where differences are celebrated.\r\n