Natural Resources Specialist 1 - Intern w/ ODOT

Natural Resources Specialist 1 - Intern I ODOT | Salem, OR
Closes 3/31/17
https://agency.governmentjobs.com/oregon/job_bulletin.cfm?jobID=1689873&sharedWindow=0
 
STATE OF OREGON
CLOSING DATE/TIME:    03/31/17 11:59 PM
SALARY:               $18.17 - $26.42 Hourly
Natural Resources Specialist 1 - Intern

Come work in ODOT's Geo-Environmental Section!  The Geo-Environmental Section is part of the Highway Division, Technical Services Branch of the Oregon Department of Transportation. The headquarter's office is located in the Technical Leadership Center in Salem.
 
The Geo-Environmental Section is committed to the protection and preservation of our state's unique environment. The section oversees environmental regulatory policy, processes and procedures, drives environmental streamlining, and serves as the agency interface with the regulatory community.
 
The Wetlands Program is responsible for agency compliance with the Oregon Removal-Fill Law as well as section 404 of the Federal Clean Water Act. The goal of the Wetlands Program is to ensure that wetland and water resources are accurately identified during project development and that appropriate measures are taken to avoid and minimize impacts whenever feasible as well as to compensate for unavoidable impacts.
 
The College Internship Program is designed to allow students matriculating through an accredited post-secondary program the opportunity to gain practical experience.
 
We are accepting applications from students in accredited degree programs that have completed at least their second year in an Associate or Bachelors degree program as well as students enrolled in graduate school. We are also considering recent graduates that have completed their Associates, Bachelors, Masters, or Doctoral degree in May 2016 or after.
 
Only electronic submissions of application materials will be reviewed. Please complete the application with supplemental questions and upload transcripts at the time of submission. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted.  Do not mail, fax, or hand-deliver any materials. Documents delivered separately will not be attached to applications.
This position is not represented by a union (Non-Union).
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
This internship is expected to last for one year with up to 1040 hours within that year.
 
We invite members of all diverse communities to join our workforce as we endeavor to best serve Oregonians from every background. ODOT values diversity and inclusion because they are good for Oregon.  We believe that by welcoming differences, encouraging new ideas and views, listening to and learning from each other, and providing opportunities for professional enrichment we are better able to serve those around us. We thank you for considering this employment opportunity.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
 
The intern in this position will assist the Wetlands Program Lead and will:

• Assist with field data collection and management.
• Enter information into GPS/GIS from individual wetlands and biology mitigation monitoring reports and site restoration monitoring reports.
• Create figures using ArcView and summarize the data into tables or charts.
• Prepare annual reports.
• Use computer equipment for extended periods on a daily basis.
• Work outdoors in rugged terrain or in inclement weather.
• Perform work with general guidance and minimal supervision.

 
Minimum Qualifications:

• A degree or at least 2 years of college education from an accredited college or applied work experience in Natural or Environmental Sciences, Geography, Biology, or other related field or program; AND
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access) and ArcView or ArcGIS; OR
• Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

 
To apply and view the full job posting for any opening at State of Oregon, click here:
 
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/oregon