[ES_JOBS_NET] Natural Resource Specialist 4 (Climate Change Policy Analyst), State of Oregon

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/oregon/jobs/2241424/natural-resource-
specialist-4-climate-change-policy-analyst

 

Description

The <http://www.oregon.gov/deq/Pages/index.aspx>  Oregon Department of
Environmental Quality currently has a Full-Time, Permanent, opportunity for
a Climate Change Policy Analyst  to join an innovative team, and work to
advance our agency mission to protect and improve Oregon's air quality. 
 

What you will do!
This position serves as one of the agency's technical experts in climate
change mitigation working with and in support of DEQ's statewide expert on
climate change mitigation policies; providing technical analysis,
consultation, and policy development, in addition to interacting with other
experts in climate change policy, stakeholder groups, and elected officials.
The successful candidate will evaluate and develop climate change policy
recommendations for DEQ's senior management team and director, as well as
support the development of legislation and regulations to reduce greenhouse
gas emissions. This position will work with other experts with state and
federal agencies, universities and other organizations, stakeholder groups,
and many others, to develop programs and policies that meet DEQ's mission.

What's in it for you?
The opportunity to join a dynamic team of mission focused individuals tasked
with providing high quality environmental data needed for understanding and
protecting Oregon's air quality. Put your creative problem-solving and
analytical skills to great use helping to keep Oregon green! We offer full
medical, dental and vision health benefits with paid sick leave, vacation,
personal leave and 10 paid holidays a year. Public service loan forgiveness
program: If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization,
you may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan
Forgiveness Program (PSLF).  Learn more to see whether you qualify at PSLF
Program
<https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-se
rvice> .  If you are passionate about Oregon's environment and have
experience testing and regulating air quality, apply today!


Additional Details
This recruitment will remain open until filled with a review date scheduled
for October 31 2018 at 8:00 a.m., but we may close the announcement at any
time after this date when we have received an adequate number of
applications. We cannot guarantee that we will consider applications
received after this screening date. We encourage interested applicants not
to delay in applying.
 
Living in Oregon
When you come to Oregon - you'll never want to leave! From the coast to the
high desert, from the Willamette Valley wine country to the glaciers of Mt.
Hood, Oregon offers seasonal beauty, awe-inspiring vistas, cultural
opportunities and an abundance of recreational activity. Learn more about
living in Oregon by visiting: Things to do in Oregon
<https://traveloregon.com/things-to-do/> 

Qualifications, Required & Requested Skills

Minimum Qualifications

.        Three (3) years of experience in one or more of the following:
Planning & Policy in the areas of Air Quality Planning, Energy Planning,
Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, or a closely related Natural
Resource Field.

At least one year of the experience must be at a technical or professional
level performing activities in a natural resource program such as:

.        researching and analyzing data and other information to assess the
requirements and impact of state and/or federal regulations

.        developing policy options and recommendations based on regulatory
analysis

.        leading project teams

.        effectively communicating complex policy and technical issues with
a variety of audiences

.        applying pertinent laws and regulations

.        leading and conducting stakeholder engagement for policy or
regulation development

.        coordinating and monitoring project activities

AND                      

.        A Bachelor's degree in natural resource planning or policy,
physical science, urban and regional planning, environmental science or a
closely related natural resource field

          OR

.        Three (3) additional years of related, pertinent experience.



Please Note:

.        A Master's degree in natural resource planning or policy, physical
science, urban and regional planning, environmental science or a closely
related natural resource field will substitute for up to one year of the
required experience.

.        A Doctorate degree in natural resource planning or policy, physical
science, urban and regional planning, environmental science or a closely
related natural resource field will substitute for up to two years of the
required experience.


Desired Attributes/Requested Skills - Preference may be given to candidates
who possess the following experience or skills:

.        Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

.        Experience preparing, conducting, and targeting outreach to diverse
audiences.

.        Experience interpreting rules, regulations, laws, agency guidance
and procedures.

.        Ability to effectively lead teams and work well with other staff
members, regulators and professionals outside the program, the agency, and
outside government.

.        Experience and skill in writing concise and clear reports and
interpreting data.

.        Experience working with and communicating technical information to
non-technical customers clearly and concisely.

.        Strong ability to build collaborative relationships among a variety
of stakeholders, state and federal agencies, tribal nations and local
governments.

.        Understanding of a wide range of federal and/or state climate
change initiatives designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, particularly
programs targeting emissions in the transportation and/or energy sectors.

.        Understanding of the regulatory, economic, and political factors
influencing Oregon climate change policy generally, and more specifically
the policy implications for the electricity, natural gas and transportation
sectors.

.        Understanding of the nature of Oregon's greenhouse gas emissions,
goals, trends, and existing policy landscape.

.        Understanding of the types of climate change initiatives considered
by Oregon, including low carbon fuels, carbon tax, and cap-and-trade
concepts.

.        Experience explaining complex regulation and policy issues,
particularly those related to market-based programs, to diverse stakeholder
groups. 

.        Performing or overseeing economic impact (cost-benefit) analysis
supporting climate change or air quality policy development.


Working Conditions
Generally an office environment. Occasional travel to attend meetings with
EPA and other states. Requires travel, including overnight stays in other
regions of Oregon for public hearings and other meetings, and occasional
trips to attend conferences, seminars and hearings.

For a full listing of the position duties and responsibilities, please
review the POSITION DESCRIPTION.
<https://www-auth.oregon.egov.com/jobs/Documents/PD_2523.pdf>  (Download PDF
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Additional Information

Application Instructions and Additional Information
To Apply

.        Follow the "Apply" link above.

.        Complete the online application form and the supplemental
questions.

.        Submit your cover letter.


Contact Information
For additional information about this opening or to request an alternate
format in order to complete the application process, please contact Amber
Ingram at 503-798-3978 or amber.ingram at oregon.gov
<mailto:amber.ingram at oregon.gov>  Note: If you need an alternate format in
order to complete the application process, be prepared to describe format
needed.

If you have application login problems, error messages, or other technical
(computer related) difficulties, please call the NEOGOV help line for
assistance at 1-855-524-5627 or e-mail for support at
support at governmentjobs.com <mailto:support at governmentjobs.com> .

Special Information

.        Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
Applicants who require VISA sponsorship will not be considered at this time.
Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the
US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to
work in the United States.

.        Employment is contingent on the outcome of a criminal records check
which may require fingerprints (FBI). Any history of criminal activity will
be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination
of employment.

.        To receive Veterans' preference you must attach appropriate
documentation as outlined by the Department of Administrative Services at
the following website http://www.oregon.gov/jobs/Pages/Vet-resources.aspx or
you may call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at 1-800-692-9666.

.        This position requires you to possess and maintain a current valid
license to drive issued by the state of residence OR provide an acceptable,
alternate form of transportation.

.        As an employer, the State of Oregon complies with the Pay Equity
Bill. We determine salary from applicable professional experience and
education. Please visit http://www.oregon.gov/das/hr/pages/equity.aspx for
more information. 

.        Only candidates who submit a complete application package and whose
training and/or experience most closely match the requirements, needs and
desired attributes of the position will be eligible for an interview. Your
application and attachments will be reviewed for consistency, grammar,
spelling, required qualifications, and desired skills/attributes.

This is a full-time, AFSCME represented position. This recruitment may be
used to fill future vacancies.


CONSIDER JOINING US!
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality is a regulatory agency whose
job is to protect the quality of Oregon's environment. DEQ
<http://www.oregon.gov/deq/Pages/index.aspx>  strives to create inclusive
environments that welcome and value the diversity of the people we serve.
DEQ fosters fairness, equity, and inclusion to create workplace environments
where everyone is treated with respect and dignity regardless of race,
color, religion, sex, disability, physical stature, age, national origin,
sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, political affiliation
and any other factor applicable by state or federal law.

 

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