Professional Career Opportunities - Job Title Details
Environmental Program Specialist Trainee 1 (Natural Resources), G-13
Occupation Group
Environment
Salary Information
Starting Salary
$46,529
Career Ladder Information
Title | Grade | Hiring Rate/yr | Job Rate/yr |
---|---|---|---|
Environmental Program Spec Tr 1 Natural Resources | 14 | $52,198 | $66,634 |
Environmental Program Spec Tr 2 Natural Resources | 16 | $58,247 | $74,135 |
Environmental Program Spec 1 Natural Resources | 18 | $65,001 | $82,656 |
Environmental Program Spec 2 Natural Resources | 23 | $84,156 | $106,454 |
Environmental Program Spec 3 Natural Resources | 27 | $103,784 | $127,830 |
Environmental Program Spec 4 Natural Resources | 64 | $123,793 | $156,224 |
All salary grades for trainees titles are non-statutory (NS) equated to the salary grade identified. These grade equations apply to the starting salaries in their respective salary schedule for the traineeship levels.
Job Description
Environmental Program Specialist 1 (Natural Resources) develop, plan, administer, and implement programs for environmental stewardship that includes conservation of wildlife, water quality, ecology, management of invasive species; cultural resource protection; environmental education; sustainable technologies; and planning and analyzing environmental programs including environmental impact analysis, real property services, statistics and resource analysis, wilderness management and park and recreation planning services. Specifically, you would lead planning and implementation on agency initiatives, including unit management plans, recreation management plans, natural resource protection projects, and State land master plan; engage in regular communication with easement landowners, regional stakeholders, and any other affected parties; and review work plans and activities for conservation and preservation analysis.
Trainees will receive a combination of structured training, on-the-job training, and/or practical job performance to gain the knowledge and experience necessary to function at the full performance level.
Agencies with this Title
Minimum Qualifications
You must meet the requirements below to qualify for this title.
A bachelor's or higher degree in coastal resources management, conservation biology, cultural resources and historic preservation studies, ecology, ecosystem management, environmental biology, environmental engineering, environmental health, environmental planning, environmental science, environmental studies, environmental toxicology, forest science, forestry, natural resources management, natural resources planning, or urban forestry.
Advanced Placement
If chosen, you may, at the agency's discretion, be appointed to a higher level. You must inform the agency of any additional qualifications at your interview.
How to Apply
The November 2022 PCO Examination is closed, applications are no longer being accepted