Description
Overview
This position will lead interdisciplinary long-range land management planning processes for select lands owned and managed by the Agency of Natural Resources (Agency), including State Forests and Wildlife Management Areas. Work principally involves coordinating and executing complex land management planning processes in conjunction with other Agency staff including writing management plans, conducting natural resource field assessments, and leading the public engagement phases of management planning. This position presents an opportunity to engage as a leader in planning for management of Vermont's public lands. Individuals with general natural resource expertise or specialization in wildlife biology, forestry, recreation or ecology and public engagement expertise are encouraged to apply.
Who May ApplyThis position, ANR Lands Planner - Limited Service (Req. 52513), is open to all State employees and external applicants. It is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized for a specific period of time. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs.
If you would like more information about the duration of this position or other details, please contact becca.washburn@vermont.gov.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Duties are generally performed in a standard office setting, but with need for travel to Agency field locations and for attendance at public meetings, private means of transportation must be available. Some evening and weekend work may be necessary. Position may entail high profile and controversial natural resource issues that will require maturity, diplomacy and the ability to work under pressure.
Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree AND four (4) years or more at a professional level in planning, public administration or natural resources regulatory process.
OR
Master's degree in planning, natural resources management and policy or public administration AND three (3) years or more at a professional level in planning, public administration or natural resources regulatory process.
Total CompensationAs a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
- 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
- State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
- Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Low cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
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Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.Apply on company website
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