Enviromental Program Specialist II

Job Posting Title

Enviromental Program Specialist II

Agency

645 CONSERVATION COMMISSION

Supervisory Organization

Conservation Commission

Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)

October 06, 2025

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

$60,000 annual salary based on education and experience. Applicant will submit Cover Letter and Resume. This Position will be location in out Hinton, Oklahoma Office.

Job Description

Basic Purpose

Although some negotiation may be possible, this position is expected to be housed in a satellite office in West-Central or Northwest Oklahoma. The primary duties of this position are:

• Support to the Wetland Program for voluntary wetland conservation program delivery which will include landowner outreach, and
• Delivery of voluntary technical and financial assistance for wetland restoration, conservation, and protection.

This position will work in close coordination with the wetlands program team under the supervision of the Director of Monitoring, Assessment, and Wetlands Programs (DMAW), to support on the ground wetland conservation activities. In addition, these activities will incorporate coordination and collaboration with local, federal, non-profit, tribal partners, and most importantly citizens/landowners, with the objective of maximizing the conservation impact of available resources.

Typical Functions

The functions performed in this job family will vary by level, unit and organization, but may include the following:

• Work under the direction of the DMAW and in coordination with the Wetlands Program staff
• Meet with landowners to promote wetland restoration and conservation opportunities and address any associated concerns
• Assist customers with program applications
• Maintain detailed records of daily activities
• Assist the DMAW with administering the contract process for wetland restoration
• Track expenditures and report monthly project expenditures
• Possess or quickly develop the ability to share the societal benefits of wetlands and conservation programs to diverse audiences
• Coordinate and collaborate with state, federal, local, tribal, and non-government partners, including participation in workgroup and stakeholder meetings as directed by the DMAW
• Possess or quickly develop the ability to assist in the design of wetland restoration plans and construction oversight
• Assist with writing grants to help secure wetland restoration and related conservation funding
• Participate in the development of targeted public surveys on the opinion of and obstacles to the acceptance and promotion of wetland conservation
• Participate in wetland outreach events
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Level Descriptor

Levels are distinguished based on the complexity of assigned duties, the level of expertise required for completion of work assignments, and the responsibility assigned for the supervision of others.

This is the career level of the job family where employees are assigned duties and responsibilities at the full-performance level while performing a wide range of tasks involving investigations, analyses and interpretation of state and federal laws. In this role, employees will evaluate inspection and survey data, prepare technical records and reports and make recommendations concerning remedial actions to correct environmental or water problems. At this level, limited guidance and training may be provided to entry-level employees performing environmental program duties.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

required for this position include familiarity with Oklahoma wetlands and more broadly Oklahoma ecosystems, including ecosystem services, land-use impacts and management strategies. Knowledge of Oklahoma stakeholders, conservation partners, and key contacts in the wildlife and environmental arena is beneficial. Since this position will work closely with the public, the candidates must have excellent communication skills. The candidates should also be comfortable working both independently and with team members. He/she should be detail-oriented and possess strong organizational skills; be proficient with computers and contemporary software packages including Microsoft Office and ArcGIS software. This position will involve field work performed throughout the year, regardless of weather conditions. OCC requires the successful applicants to be a legal resident of the United States and hold or obtain a current driver's license for the state of Oklahoma. Employee will be provided with training and oversight as required to perform the job duties.

Education and Experience

A Bachelor's degree is required preferably related to agriculture, natural resource management, or other applicable science. A minimum of one year of experience working directly with landowners concerning habitat or natural resource management is desired. Experience with conservation easements, administering cost-share agreements, and grant writing are all desirable.

Special Requirements

This position will be in West-central or Northwest Oklahoma. However, work travel could include all of Oklahoma with most initial expected work occurring in the western half of Oklahoma. Limited overnight stays are possible and out-of-state travel may be required, particularly for training purposes.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

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Salary : $60,000 - $80,000