Restoration Project Manager

Title: Restoration Project Manager - L&W60035905 - HYBRID

remote type

Hybrid

locations

Wake County, NC

time type

Full time

job requisition id

JR-113778

Agency

Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources

 

Division

Division of Land , Water Stewardship

 

Job Classification Title

Environmental Specialist II (NS)

 

Position Number

60035905

 

Grade

NC14

 

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) takes care of the things that people love about North Carolina. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including 27 historic sites, seven history museums, two art museums, five science museums, four aquariums, 35 state parks, four recreation areas, dozens of state trails and natural areas, the North Carolina Zoo, the State Library, the State Archives, the N.C. Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the N.C. Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. The Department’s vision is to be the leader in using the state's natural and cultural resources to build the social, cultural, educational, and economic future of North Carolina. Everyone is welcome. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team!

 

Description of Work

The Restoration Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing projects with complex environmental issues and nuanced research and data analysis topics. The Restoration Project Manager must have the technical knowledge necessary to evaluate the strength and importance of potential projects, and the expertise to advise partners when challenges and complications arise with ongoing projects.
The Restoration Project Manager must be able to track and manage a docket of over 100 projects at any given time, while monitoring for compliance with legal agreements, Department policies, and industry best practice guidelines.
This position will also require processing claims for reimbursement for these projects based on completion of technical milestones, which will require background knowledge in stream restoration and conservation practices in order to evaluate technical progress and project expenditures. This financial administration will also require the ability to interpret project contracts to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and contract conditions.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Assist with annual evaluation of potential projects for funding.
• Manage active grants, including tracking of progress, payments and deadlines.
• Administer claims for reimbursement and monitor project budgets.
• Draft and execute contracts and contract amendments.
• Cultivate working relationships with numerous partners in the nonprofit and local and state government sectors to keep projects on schedule and compliant with program requirements.
• Maintain technical expertise of current best practices in the fields of stream restoration, stormwater management, and flood risk reduction.

 

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $52,592.00 - $74,335.00 

 

To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. 

 

Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following are preferred:

• Values efficiency and precise communication.

• Experience managing and organizing a large number of projects, cases, or grants.

• Experience managing invoices, payments, and documentation for multiple projects.

• Demonstrated experience drafting, negotiating, and executing contracts.

• Knowledge of stream restoration, environmental conservation, or environmental planning.

 

Position/Physical Requirements 

• Must be available to work the schedule of Monday through Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm.

• Must have a valid driver’s license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.

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​This position is deemed eligible for hybrid telework under DNCR’s Telework Policy.

 

Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above. 

 

This position is located at:  

121 W. Jones St. 

Raleigh, NC 27603

 

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

 

Bachelor's degree in one of the agricultural, biological, engineering, environmental or natural resource sciences or a closely related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution

AND

two years of experience related to the area of assignment;

OR

an equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

Section/Unit Description

The North Carolina Land and Water Fund (NCLWF) provides grant assistance to non-profits, local governments and state agencies for the protection of natural resources in North Carolina. The NCLWF funds projects that (1) enhance or restore degraded waters, (2) protect unpolluted waters, and/or (3) contribute toward a network of riparian buffers and greenways for environmental, educational, and recreational benefits, (4) provide buffers around military bases to protect the military mission, (5) acquire land that represents the ecological diversity of North Carolina, and (6) acquire land that contributes to the development of a balanced State program of historic properties.

 

Division Description

The Division of Land and Water Stewardship (DLWS) is a nonregulatory division within the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources that provides information and assistance to support effective conservation. The office is an integral part of the state’s conservation efforts and seeks to maintain a positive relationship with communities through partnerships with local, state, and federal agencies, industries, organizations, and private citizens. https://www.dncr.nc.gov/explore/nature-science/about-division-land-and-water-stewardship  

 

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Supplemental and Contact Information  

 

The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence.  

  

We are an Employment First state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community.  

 

Application Process 

Be sure to complete the application in its entirety.   Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. 

 

• Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information. 

• Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application, to support your answers. 

• Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. The hiring process may take several weeks. 

• Be sure to complete the application in full. Applicants are unable to submit more than one application to an individual posting.  Only one application received prior to the closing date will be accepted.  Applications must be submitted by 11:59:59 PM on the night prior to the closing date.   

  

Degree/College Credit Verification  

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.  

  

Veteran’s and National Guard Preference  

Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application.  

  

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.  

  

Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.  

 

ADA Accommodations  

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DNCR is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DNCR will ensure that persons with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.  

 

Employment Eligibility  

It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and DNCR that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).  

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.