Mitigation Coordinator

State of Oregon • Salem, OR

8d • $5,453 - $8,925 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Mitigation Coordinator serves as a program-level technical specialist within the Planning and Policy Unit of the Aquatic Resource Management (ARM) program. This position supports the development, evaluation, and implementation of DSL-sponsored compensatory mitigation projects through utilization of the Oregon Removal-Fill Mitigation Fund. Responsibilities include project development and coordination, technical research and analysis, contract development and administration, project monitoring and reporting, and providing outreach, information, and regulatory coordination to project partners such as property owners, local governments, and others. This position will report directly to our main Salem office and is represented by the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). This is a full-time, limited duration position that is expected to become permanent once funding is secure.

Requirements

• Three (3) years of experience in aquatic resource management.
• At least one year of experience must be at a technical level or professional level performing activities in a natural resource program such as analyzing data, conducting investigations, applying pertinent laws and regulations, or coordinating and monitoring project activities; AND a bachelor’s degree in natural resources such as biology, ecology, or environmental science, OR three (3) additional years of related experience.
• A master’s degree in a natural resource field such as biology, ecology, or environmental science will substitute for up to one (1) year of the required experience.
• A doctorate degree in a natural resource field such as biology, ecology, or environmental science will substitute for up to two (2) years of the required experience.

Nice To Haves

• Customer service, time management, and organizational skills
• Experience communicating regulatory program requirements to a wide variety of people and abilities including public, private and government entities
• Knowledge of wetland and stream ecology including hydrology, soils, and plant identification
• Strong research and analytical skills, including data collection experience, preferably in wetlands and waterways, hydrology, soils, and plant identification
• Proficiency and experience with MS Office programs including Word and Excel
• Experiencing using GPS tools and ESRI desktop products, including ArcGIS Pro
• General knowledge of land use and compensatory mitigation policy
• Experience in the identification, evaluation, and development of wetland or stream restoration projects, preferably in the Pacific Northwest
• Project management experience, preferably in implementing wetland or stream restoration

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for DSL-sponsored compensatory mitigation projects, including outreach, feasibility analysis, credit generation potential, and funding needs.
• Prepare summaries, recommendations, and technical documentation to make recommendations and support decision-making.
• Manage technical project components, including contracts with partners and contractors.
• Plan, coordinate, and conduct research and analytical tasks, including monitoring and legislative reporting metrics.
• Collaborate and cross-train with Mitigation Specialists and the other Mitigation Coordinator.
• Interpret, explain and develop training on relevant laws, rules, policies, and procedures.
• Promote awareness of mitigation market needs and support efforts to develop mitigation options, including financial assistance opportunities through the Mitigation Fund.

Benefits

• 95% to 99% of medical insurance premiums paid by the agency for full-time employees, including mental health coverage.
• Accrue at least 8 hours of sick leave and 8 hours of vacation leave per month, with your vacation leave accruals increasing every 5 years.
• Receive 11 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, 3 personal business days
• Optional insurances
• Flexible spending plans
• Automatically enroll into the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) after 6 months of full-time service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level