Natural Resources Specialist

Colorado State University•CEMML - Andrews Air Force Base, MD, MD

1d•$91,000 - $120,000

About The Position

The Natural Resources Specialist works with Colorado State University's Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML), supporting the Air National Guard (ANG) Natural Resources Program and Pest Management Program across more than 186 installations in 54 states and territories. The role provides environmental compliance, technical expertise, and program management support. It reviews projects and management plans, interprets environmental regulations, supports natural resource and pest management initiatives, and assists installations with environmental compliance requirements. The position is based at the Air National Guard Readiness Center (ANGRC) at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. Hybrid or fully remote arrangements may be considered, with preference given to candidates able to report regularly to the ANGRC. The position does not supervise.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in natural resources, biology, environmental science, ecology, or a closely related field.
At least five years of professional experience in natural resources management, environmental compliance, environmental planning, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience interpreting and applying environmental regulations, including ESA, CWA, MBTA, FIFRA, and other federal natural resource compliance requirements.
Experience interpreting project plans, construction drawings, engineering designs, or similar technical documents to assess potential natural resource impacts and environmental compliance requirements.
Experience with GIS, natural resource databases, and environmental data management systems.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; visa sponsorship is unavailable.
Must be able to meet requirements for a Common Access Card, including completing a NACI/SF85 and passing a federal background check.
Must be able to travel periodically to the ANGRC, ANG installations, meetings, conferences, and professional development events as required.
Must have a valid driver's license or be able to obtain one by the employment start date.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting DoD, National Guard, or other federal environmental or natural resource programs.
Experience conducting or reviewing EIAP/AF Form 813 actions, NEPA documentation, and other environmental compliance reviews.
Experience developing and implementing IPMs, managing pesticide use reporting and compliance requirements, and interpreting and applying FIFRA.
Experience reviewing contractor-prepared environmental studies, biological assessments, natural resource surveys, and INRMPs.
Experience coordinating with multiple stakeholders and providing technical assistance across geographically dispersed organizations.
Experience supporting Chesapeake Bay watershed management, environmental planning, regulatory compliance, or related restoration initiatives.
Experience entering, managing, and analyzing ecological monitoring data, including NABat, AKN, or similar databases.

Responsibilities

Interpret and apply environmental regulations, including NEPA, ESA, CWA, MBTA, FIFRA, and other laws applicable to military installations.
Conduct EIAP (AF Form 813) reviews by evaluating project plans, construction drawings, and related documentation for potential natural resource impacts and regulatory compliance.
Review and provide technical comments on natural resource surveys, biological assessments, environmental studies, INRMPs, and IPM Plans.
Track INRMP and survey update requirements.
Track pesticide reporting and validation compliance in the IPM Tracker.
Participate in the Chesapeake Bay Action Team and assist ANG installations in the Chesapeake Bay watershed with annual DoD Chesapeake Bay data calls.
Manage natural resource and pest management data, databases, and reporting systems, including ecological monitoring databases.
Provide technical assistance and regulatory guidance to ANG installations and headquarters staff.