Job Details

Salary: $1,986.54 - $2,901.93 Biweekly
Location : Charleston, WV
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: DOT25TS014A
Division: West Virginia Department of Transportation
District/Subdivision: Technical Support Division
Opening Date: 06/27/2025
Closing Date: 7/3/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Nature of Work
The Transportation Environmental Resources Specialist (ANTHROPOLOGY DEGREE PREFERRED) performs full-performance level, complex professional work in a specialty area in the acquisition, preservation, management and protection of the state's environmental/natural resources. Work involves the application of scientific principles, laws and regulations and program planning techniques in the specialty area. Areas include grants and contract administration, environmental/natural resources, program development and evaluation, education, or environmental monitoring and compliance. Typically, positions are involved in a state-wide specialty program. The preferred candidate for this position should have experience with Phase I, II, and III archaeological investigations and report preparation; a good working knowledge of North American historic and prehistoric archaeological methods and theory, Geographic Information System (GIS), geomorphology, osteology, ceramic, lithic, floral and fauna analysis, curation, and tribal consultation; and sufficient background experience to accurately assess the cultural landscape within a project area to determine if significant cultural resources are likely to be present. Good computer skills and experience with technical writing, background research and report preparation, as well as the ability to complete assigned projects within a specified time frame are essential. The ability to travel on short notice, perform strenuous physical activity and work under adverse conditions are a necessity. Travel over difficult terrain and in inclement weather may be required. This incumbent should be able to interact with state and federal agencies, landowners and the general public in a professional and courteous manner. Work is reviewed and signed off on by a senior level or manager position. Performs related work as required.

Pay Grade 14
Typical Duties and Responsibilities
• Collects and reviews scientific data related to environmental/natural resources quality; assists in preparing detailed statistical/narrative reports.
• Conducts field inspections to identify pollution sources, monitor contract activities and to assess environmental/natural resources quality impact.
• Collects, analyzes and evaluates data in the area of assignment.
• Presents findings of studies and explains proposed plans to state and local officials and the general public.
• Collates data, composes and compiles statistical and narrative reports relating to operational and comprehensive plans.
• Consults on the development of grants, grant proposals and programs relating to the area of assignments.
• Implements and monitors programs supported by planning agency grants.
• Conducts testing of plans developed by lower level planners.
• Composes correspondence and memos.
• Visits project sites to monitor projects, collect samples or to take photographs.
• Develops and presents a variety of solutions to problems uncovered by data collection.
• Verifies ownership and property rights from county court records; conducts negotiations with landowners.
• Schedules and participates in public meetings to explain the environmental impact of a proposed project.
• Personal contacts may include individuals or groups from outside the Division of Highways or Department of Transportation. Certain meetings or conversations may take place outside of the agency in a somewhat unstructured setting.
• Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver's license is required.

Skills and Knowledge
• Knowledge of environmental/natural resources laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices and objective of various phases of planning.
• Knowledge of the social-economic factors involved in the state, regional and community planning.
• Skill in drawing final value conclusions and in justifying and documenting conclusions for negotiation purposes.
• Ability to prepare, review and evaluate comprehensive detailed reports of field work.
• Ability to collect, analyze and evaluate data and technical information in the area of assignment.
• Ability to present factual material effectively in written, oral and graphic form.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of individuals both orally and in writing.
• Ability to manage NEPA projects with supervision.
• Ability to manage NEPA consultants
• Ability to produce NEPA documents
Minimum Requirements
REQUIRED TRAINING/EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a major in archeology, chemistry, geology, physics, geography, biology, engineering, environmental studies, natural science, or a related field.
• Substitution: Experience, as described below, may substitute for the required training/education through an established formula.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid professional experience in the acquisition, preservation, protection, and enhancement of environmental/natural resources.
• Substitution: Master's degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a major in chemistry, physics, geography, geology, biology, engineering, environmental studies, natural science, archeology, or related field may substitute for the required experience.

• Requires the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Training in addition to the above experience. New hires in this classification will have to complete the NEPA Training within 6 months of employment.

• Requires training in four of the following areas of assignment:
  • Section 106 of the Historic Preservation Act
  • Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act
  • Section 4(f) of the Department of Transportation Act
  • Section 6(f) of the Land and Water Conservation Fund
  • US Army Corps of Engineers Wetland and Stream Training
  • US Army Corps of Engineers 404 Training
  • Section 402 National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
  • Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act
  • Plan Reading Training
  • Writing Agreements Effectively
  • Geographic Information System (GIS) Level 1 Training
  • Writing Effective NEPA documents
  • FHWA Traffic Noise Modeling
  • Hazwoper/Hazmat Materials Training
  • NEPA and Transportation Decisionmaking
  • Endangered Species Specific Training
  • Historic Preservation Training
  • Archaeology Related Training
  • Public Involvement Training

• New hires in this classification will have 2 years to complete four of the above trainings.

Annual Increment Pay

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Family Medical Leave

Leave Donation Program

Military Leave

Employee Education Reimbursement & Leave Program

Flexible Work Schedules

Training Opportunities

Promotion Opportunities

Public Employees' Retirement System:

1. Employees enrolled in PERS Tier 1 contribute 4.5% of their gross salary. The Employer contributes 9%.
2. Employees enrolled in PERS Tier 2 contribute 6.0% of their gross salary. The Employer contributes 9%.

Deferred Compensation

Health Insurance Enrollment

Additional Coverage Options including Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts,
Disability Insurance and more.

Life Insurance

Credit Union

Employee Discounts