Resource Analyst 9-12 - Metro Region
About The Position
The Resource Analyst obtains environmental permits for the Metro Region from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), including permits related to Public Act 451: Part 301 Inland Lakes and Streams, Part 303 Wetlands Protection, and Part 31 Floodplain Authority. The role also obtains U.S. Army Corps of Engineers permits related to Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act and Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, and coordinates approvals with the U.S. Coast Guard. The analyst coordinates with the region to ensure permits are received on time, as applicable environmental permits are required before projects can be let. The position works with other agencies to identify feasible and efficient ways to perform work on Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) right-of-way. It coordinates with Transportation Service Centers, the Region, Lansing project managers, and EGLE from project scoping through construction. The analyst also assists with regional environmental programs in development, planning, and operations, including the right-of-way permit application process, encroachments, soil erosion and sedimentation control and turf inspections, the regional herbicide program, hazardous-material storage and labeling inspections, training, and other environmental projects. A valid driver’s license is required for field reviews and site inspections.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a physical, biological, or natural resource science, resource management, resource planning, engineering, or a related field.
- Possess a valid driver’s license.
- Resource Analyst 9: No specific type or amount of experience is required.
- Resource Analyst 10: One year of professional experience in the protection, development, and maintenance of land, water, or natural resources.
- Resource Analyst P11: Two years of professional experience in the protection, development, and maintenance of land, water, or natural resources, including one year equivalent to the intermediate (10) level in state service.
- Resource Analyst 12: Three years of professional experience in the protection, development, and maintenance of land, water, or natural resources, including one year equivalent to the experienced (P11) level in state service.
- Applicants with foreign degrees must have academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents.
- Newly hired state employees must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test and, if applicable, physical. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable.
Responsibilities
- Obtain EGLE environmental permits related to Public Act 451, including Parts 301, 303, and 31.
- Obtain U.S. Army Corps of Engineers permits related to Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act and Section 404 of the Clean Water Act.
- Coordinate approvals with the U.S. Coast Guard.
- Coordinate with the region to ensure environmental permits are received on time.
- Work with other agencies to determine feasible and efficient ways to accomplish work on MDOT right-of-way.
- Coordinate with Transportation Service Centers, the Region, Lansing project managers, and EGLE from project scoping through construction.
- Assist with regional environmental programs, including right-of-way permit applications, encroachments, SESC and turf inspections, the herbicide program, hazardous-material storage and labeling inspections, training, and other environmental projects.
- Conduct field reviews and site inspections.
Benefits
- Benefits information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits or www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
