NEPA Technician Description: Working with the BLM Winnemucca District Office, GBI is recruiting a National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Technician to work cooperatively with BLMs Resource Management Plan (RMP) Team Lead and Planning and Environmental Coordinators. The NEPA Technician will be provided an orientation to BLM policies, regulations, procedures, programs, and operations; particularly focusing on planning and environmental coordination through administrative and technical tasks designed to develop knowledge and understanding of multiple use land management. Specific tasks include, but are not limited to: Assist RMP Team Lead To accomplish land use planning steps With finalization of the Winnemucca District Resource Management Plan
Assist Planning and Environmental Coordinators With review of environmental impact analyses; In developing guidelines, procedures, and instructions for the NEPA program; Research and track recent applicable legal decisions, regulations, and policy guidance; With conducting various NEPA committee meetings and public meetings; In coordinating with District staff And Learn about ePlanning Complete and submit quarterly progress reports to GBI; and Participation in GBI and BLM raining opportunities. Location: The BLM Winnemucca District (WD) lies roughly in the northwest part of Nevada, nested in the basin and range province of the western U.S. The WD is approximately 2.5 hours east of Reno, NV and 2 hours west of Elko, NV on I-80, and 5.5 hours south of Boise, ID on State Highway 95. The WD encompasses roughly 11 million acres, of which 7.38 million acres are public lands managed by the BLM. Elevations range from approximately 4,000 feet to close to 10,000 feet. Compensation: o $18.59/hour o Paid Medical and Dental Benefits Timeline: o Start Date: July 16, 2012 February 22, 2013; potential for extension pending funding and favorable performance review o Full time, 40 hours per week Qualifications: o Bachelors Degree in Life Sciences, such as: Environmental Policy/Resources, Botany, Wildlife Biology, Range Ecology, Natural Resources Management, or related subject matter; o Experience using GIS software (e.g.: ArcMap) to upload, create and manipulate data and maps; o Experience working with basic Microsoft computer programs (e.g.: Word, Excel, Access); o Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse audience, including Agency staff, stakeholders and the public at-large; o Motivated, self-starter, organized, detail oriented, and works well in team environment; How to Apply: Qualified and interested applicants should forward a cover letter, their résumé, and a list of three professional references to Stacy Mitchell, HR Assistant at [email protected]. Please include where you found this position posted. This program is available to all, without regard to race, color, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, political affiliation, or religion. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
