About the role
What You’ll Do:
- Serve as the engineering specialist supporting Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs) across a 20-county area.
- Provide technical guidance and engineering support to SWCD staff on conservation projects and practices.
- Review engineering plans, designs, and specifications for accuracy, compliance, and sound engineering practices.
- Ensure projects comply with the Field Office Technical Guide and applicable state and federal requirements.
- Assign technical job approval levels to SWCD staff based on demonstrated engineering skills and proficiency.
- Develop and deliver engineering and technical training for SWCD staff.
- Provide training on agricultural and urban best management practices, including water pollution control, manure management, and stream restoration.
- Oversee the design and construction of specialized conservation practices and recommend modifications when needed.
- Develop and update engineering standards, specifications, and technical documentation for new conservation technologies and best management practices.
- Investigate agricultural pollution concerns and recommend appropriate engineering solutions.
- Review plans for agricultural pollution control facilities requiring state permits.
- Conduct field investigations and provide on-site engineering assistance for conservation and water-quality projects.
Why Work for the State of Ohio
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
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Medical Coverage
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Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
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Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
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Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
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Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
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Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
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Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Certificate of registration as professional engineer issued by State Licensing Board.
- 12 mos. exp. as Natural Resources Engineer 2, 85742 or 12 mos. equivalent related engineering experience.
Supplemental Information
Here's a quick video which highlights our Soil and Water Conservation Division at ODA!
If you require an accommodation for the interview process or the position, please notify the assigned recruiter.
TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT REQUIRED TO REMAIN IN THE CLASSIFICATION AFTER EMPLOYMENT:
Renewal of certificate of registration as professional engineer as prescribed by law.
UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
May be exposed to inclement weather & unsafe conditions during inspection of projects to include walking long and short distances, climbing & navigating rough terrain, steep slopes & embankments & spillways & ladders while carrying needed equipment; in Ohio Department of Agriculture, frequent contact with animals, manure, dust, & odors.
For Questions Regarding This Posting Please Contact:
Paul Hengstenberg
Paul.Hengstenberg@agri.ohio.gov
ADA Statement
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free Workplace
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
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