Environmental Program Planner Job at Virginia Dept of Conservation & Recreation
THE
AGENCY
The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation is a leader in providing tangible and lasting improvements to the quality of Virginia’s resource lands and waters; serving as a trusted steward of the outdoor recreational and natural resources placed under its care; promoting the conservation and enjoyment of Virginia’s diverse and unique environment and rich cultural legacy for future generations; protecting public safety through regulatory programs and conservation law enforcement; and recognizing the value of its dedicated and committed workforce.
THE
DIVISION
DCR’s Division of Soil and Water Conservation staff administer nonpoint source pollution control programs required by state law. They include nutrient management, agricultural best management practices, resource management planning, shoreline erosion advice, and the administrative, technical and financial support of Virginia’s 47 soil and water conservation districts. The staff also administers the Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) dam safety program through which 12 districts are helped with the upkeep of 104 dams. Staff members in the central office and seven regional offices deliver services through soil and water conservation districts, local governments and nonprofit groups, businesses and citizens. DSWC staff in Richmond also serve as a resource for field staff.
THE WORK UNIT
The Office of Environmental Education provides increased opportunities for public education programs on environmental issues. The Office shall initiate and supervise programs designed to educate citizens on ecology, pollution and its control, technology and its relationship to environmental problems and their solutions, population and its relationship to environmental problems, and other matters concerning environmental quality. The Office of Environmental Education shall develop and implement environmental education programs and the Virginia Strategic Plan for environmental literacy in collaboration with the Department of Education, the Science Museum of Virginia STEM program, and other relevant stakeholders."
THE WORK UNIT
The Office of Environmental Education provides increased opportunities for public education programs on environmental issues. The Office shall initiate and supervise programs designed to educate citizens on ecology, pollution and its control, technology and its relationship to environmental problems and their solutions, population and its relationship to environmental problems, and other matters concerning environmental quality. The Office of Environmental Education shall develop and implement environmental education programs and the Virginia Strategic Plan for environmental literacy in collaboration with the Department of Education, the Science Museum of Virginia STEM program, and other relevant stakeholders."
THE
OPPORTUNITY
This position is responsible for the development and implementation of environmental education programs for K-12 aged children, to develop a Virginia Strategic Plan for environmental literacy in collaboration with assigned partners, provide a depot of resources for environmental education, provide assistance to community organizations related to environmental literacy education, manage assigned grants and provide technical assistance to stakeholders that provide MWEE to school-aged children throughout Virginia, and support the 2014 Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement Stewardship and Environmental Literacy Goals.
WE WILL BE HIRING TWO PLANNERS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT .
WE WILL BE HIRING TWO PLANNERS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT .
Minimum Qualifications
- College degree related to environmental education, ecology, natural resource/conservation management or a combination of training and experience to provide the needed knowledge and abilities. Or college degree in training or professional development or a combination of training and experience to provide the needed knowledge and abilities with “hands-on” agricultural/conservation experience.
- Considerable knowledge of teaching or training principles and practices
- Demonstrated ability to develop a curriculum
- Strategic Plan development, program or project management experience
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Competency in Microsoft Office software
- Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks
- Grant project management experience
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with children aged K-12.
Special Requirements
- Valid VA Driver’s License or ability to attain required.
Special Instructions to Applicants
State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:59 pm on the closing date through the Recruitment Management System (RMS). State applications submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your RMS Account to check the status of your application for this position. DCR is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and the highest ideals of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that our greatest strength lies in the individual differences, experiences, and skillsets that our employees bring to the table. Because of this, we strongly encourage applications from all walks of life and we welcome all contributions in terms of age, beliefs, color, culture, disability, education, ethnicity, gender identity/expression, language, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and veteran’s status.
Commonwealth’s Alternate Hiring Process: In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link:
https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx , or call DARS at 800-552-5019.
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