TNC - Stream Restoration Specialist
Richmond VA
The Nature Conservancy in Virginia
Stream Restoration Specialist
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Directs and coordinates stream restoration projects and assists in wetland restoration projects of the Virginia Aquatic Resources Trust Fund (Trust Fund). The Trust Fund is a partnership between The Nature Conservancy in Virginia (TNC) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) that provides a form of compensatory mitigation through preservation, restoration, creation or enhancement of wetlands, streams, buffers, or other aquatic resources in Virginia. The Stream Restoration Specialist works collaboratively with the Wetland Restoration Specialist, Land Protection and Stewardship staff from TNC, staff from the Corps, and other organizations and individuals as needed in carrying out duties. Primary responsibilities include determining feasibility of stream restoration and enhancement at project sites, preparing proposals for funding from the Trust Fund, developing and implementing comprehensive mitigation plans, developing scopes of work for requests for proposals for projects, and managing contracts.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, civil or environmental engineering, stream ecology, hydrology, biology, or related natural resource field and 3 to 5 years related experience, or equivalent combination. Advanced degree or extensive stream restoration experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of current trends and issues in wetland and stream regulation, wetland and stream science and particularly restoration.
• Experience with Federal, State, and local regulations, permits, and policies for stream and wetland mitigation.
• Experience in preparing scopes of work for wetland and stream restoration, enhancement, or creation projects.
• Experience with contract preparation, contractor oversight, and contract and budget management.
• Demonstrated understanding of key ecological processes influencing wetland and stream ecosystems in Virginia.
• Proficiency in developing and implementing monitoring protocols to evaluate compensatory mitigation project performance.
• Demonstrated proficiency in analyzing, interpreting and synthesizing a variety of data, including aerial photography, soil surveys, topographic maps, and GIS products. Experience in developing technical reports.
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TO APPLY:
Go to www.nature.org/careers , click View Positions and search by the position title and/or location, then click Apply Now to submit an online application. It is necessary to complete the application in its entirety, including the education, work experience, and reference sections. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. In addition, please attach as one document your resume and a letter of interest that includes salary requirements. Applications are due by October 13, 2008. For assistance with the online process, go to: http://www.nature.org/careers/files/external_applicant_userguide.pdf .
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