- State Role Title: Environmental Specialist I
- Minimum Salary: 27.27
- Maximum Salary: 44.31
- Competency Model: All Employee
- Job-Specific Insights: What drives you? Whether it's knowing the work you do makes a difference, having great work/life balance, working on exciting and challenging projects, leading innovation and championing change or simply working with a great group of people who are committed to your professional development...At the Virginia Department of Transportation, we have something for YOU! The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) Hampton Roads District represents a collection of heroes who keep people moving safely through the Commonwealth of Virginia. The Hampton Roads District is a paradise for those who love outdoor life, urban life, and coastal vibes.
Perform special duties as assigned. Provide coordination and technical expertise in managing, planning, organizing, and implementing the drainage and storm water, vegetation management programs. Implement policies and procedures consistent with critical VDOT business needs to ensure the success of roadside programs and related infrastructure. Ensure compliance with laws and regulations governing Roadside Asset Management.
How you will contribute:Contract and Maintenance Budget : Develop annual operating plan and budget. Work with fiscal and maintenance staff to develop annual administrative and maintenance budget allocation. Ensure expenditures remain within budget allocation as issued. Document and track costs of services and recommend prioritization of resources based on safety of the traveling public and preservation of roadside infrastructure. Understand and use forecasting techniques to monitor budgets and take appropriate corrective action when necessary. Ensure consistency through the validation and coding of all expenditure transactions. Complete budgetary and coding training as required.Perform duties as assigned. :Stormwater Program : Coordinate, plan and implement program activities, policies, and procedures to support key business goals and district-wide initiatives. Monitor and document activities to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery. Conduct Storm water Management Program activities in compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, and agency guidelines. Prioritize and resolve non-compliance issues. Handle action requests regarding program progress and accomplishments. Partner with district staff to develop and implement district-wide initiatives. Develop district storm water management plans.Vegetation Program : Develop and implement district vegetation management plans, activities, and procedures to support district's key business goals. Develop and administer contracts for roadside vegetation activities. Provide technical advice and assistance to sections and residencies. Conduct vegetation management program activities in compliance with federal and state laws, regulations and VDOT guidelines. Prioritize and resolve non-compliance issues. Handle requests regarding program progress and accomplishments. Partner with others to develop and implement initiatives. Develop district vegetation management plans and administer contracts; monitor contractors and state forces, for activities such as tree trimming, herbicide and pesticide application, tree cutting, landscape planting, wildflower planting and turf management. Provide support to statewide Outdoor Advertising program relating to vegetation management requirements.What will make you successful:Ability to communicate and work effectively with external and internal customers, including members of the public, department staff and contractors.Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.Minimum Qualifications:Ability to manage budgets and costs.Ability to participate in statewide strategic planning and meet goals and objectives.Possession of and ability to maintain required certifications.Skilled in applying environmental principles and practices related to the construction and maintenance of highways.Skilled in applying principles and practices of stormwater management and vegetation management.Valid driver's license.Additional Considerations:A combination of training, experience, or education in Environmental Sciences, Natural Sciences, Forestry, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Hydrology, Social Sciences, or related field desired.Skilled in applying environmental requirements to transportation or similar operations.Skilled in the technical and economic aspects of roadside asset management practices. Contract management and administration experience.Click below to learn more about the Competency Model associated with this Position:Competency ModelPhysical Requirements
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VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct.VDOT Code of EthicsStandards of ConductQualifications
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About Us
VDOT utilizes a market based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please be aware all VDOT positions require pre-employment screenings. These screenings may include the following:
- Fingerprint based Criminal History Background Check
- DMV Record Check
- Work History Verification
- References
- Pre-employment physical
- Drug screen
