Environmental Planner Fort Polk, LA

Environmental Planner Fort Polk, LA
POSITION
An Environmental Planner positions are available with the Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands, to be assigned at Fort Polk, Louisiana, to provide support to the Environmental Office in complying with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
ORGANIZATION
CEMML is a research, education and service unit within the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University (CSU). CEMML applies the latest and most appropriate science to promote the sustainable management of natural and cultural resources on Department of Defense (DoD) and other public lands. We provide technical support, conduct applied research, and offer career development and learning opportunities to support resource stewardship. We collaborate with our sponsors and within CSU to resolve complex environmental issues, leaving a legacy of science-based decisions that sustain our resources for future generations.
To learn more about CEMML’s contributions to land management, our mission, vision, and values, visit http://www.cemml.colostate.edu/.
LOCATION
Fort Polk is a major US Army training installation in west central Louisiana, 40 miles west of Alexandria.
RESPONSIBILITIES
This position will provide advanced technical expertise at Fort Polk to ensure compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) for federal actions on the installation. Duties will include the following:
• ResearchandwriteNEPAdocuments,includingRecordsofEnvironmentalConsiderationand Environmental Assessments.
• ServeoninterdisciplinaryteamstoproducehighlycomplexEnvironmentalImpactStatements.
• Conduct independent field inspections for the installation’s maneuver damage monitoring and repair
program, determine severity of training damages and recommend remedial actions.
• CoordinatewithFortPolk,U.S.ForestServiceandotherrepresentatives,evaluateproposedactions
for potential environmental impacts, independently determine the level of analysis required, conduct
the analysis, and prepare appropriate level of NEPA documentation (EA, EIS, REC).
• Maintain,track,andpreparestatusreportsonallFortPolkNEPAactions.
• Independentlyinspectprojectsitestodetermineifmitigationcommitmentsareimplementedand
maintained.
• CommunicatewithCEMMLprojectmanagerandprovidedeliverables.
• ConductspatialanalysesanddevelopmapsanddatasummariesusingaGeographicInformation
System.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States by proposed start date. CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
BS/BA in environmental science, natural resource management, or related field is required. Two years of experience in assessing and documenting environmental impacts is necessary. Must have a valid driver’s

license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date. Ability to conduct strenuous field work in weather extremes, notable high heat and humidity on rugged terrain is required.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
• DemonstratedknowledgeoftheNationalEnvironmentalPolicyAct(NEPA)anditsimplementing guidelines.
o ExperiencewithenvironmentalanalysispreparationforEnvironmentalImpactStatements, environmental Assessments, Records of Environmental Consideration and Categorical Exclusion documents.
• Experiencewithtechnicalwritingandoralpresentation.
• Experienceinenvironmentalmonitoringandanalysis
• Experienceinprojectmanagementandcoordinatingamongmultipleagenciesandstakeholders. • ProficiencywithMicrosoftWord,Excel,PowerPoint,andAccess.
• Experience working with ESRI ArcGIS.
• Experiencewithdatacollectionandpost-processingwiththeGlobalPositioningsystem.
• Experienceworkingwithinmilitaryorfederallandmanagementunits.
DIVERSITY STATEMENT
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department's commitment to diversity and inclusion.
BACKGROUND CHECK
Colorado State University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search and motor vehicle history.
SALARY
Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications; Range $42,000 - $53,000. Continuation of position is dependent on the receipt of funding from the sponsor for environmental planning at Fort Polk.
BENEFITS
Colorado State University offers a generous benefits package including 24 days of paid vacation leave, tuition credits, excellent health insurance (including vision and dental), and retirement plans with 11.5% matching. For more information on Administrative Professional benefits, visit http://www.hrs.colostate.edu/benefits/.
APPLICATION
Prospective candidates should apply online at http://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/39556. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in the announcement to be considered for hire. Apply no later than December 4, 2016, for full consideration. Upload each of the items below individually as a Word Document (.doc), PDF (.pdf), or Rich Text Format (.rtf). Please note that incomplete applications cannot be considered. Please remove social security numbers and birthdates from application materials. A complete application consists of:

1. 1)  Statement of Qualifications (one page letter addressing each qualification described in announcement)
   
2. 2)  Resume
   
3. 3)  Writing Sample. One to three pages, preferably from current or recent professional position and
   dealing with environmental impacts of a proposed or ongoing project.
   
4. 4)  Transcripts (for each degree earned that is listed under qualifications)
   
5. 5)  Degree Conferral (copy of diploma if transcripts do not include confirmation that degree was
   

awarded)

6) References (contact information for professional references including at least one supervisor, references will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates)
Colorado State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce, and complies with all federal and Colorado state laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
See a complete listing of open CEMML positions at http://www.cemml.colostate.edu.
POSITION #: 022125.0001