Agency

Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division

Division of Land , Water Stewardship

Job Classification Title

Environmental Specialist II (NS)

Position Number

60035918

Grade

NC14

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) enriches people’s lives through education and stewardship of North Carolina’s natural and cultural resources. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including historic sites, museums, state parks, trails, aquariums, the North Carolina Zoo, the Library of North Carolina, the State Archives, the North Carolina Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the North Carolina Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. These programs and places unite North Carolinians, create a shared identity, and provide common ground. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team.

Description of Work

The Assistant Acquisition Program Manager will assist in the day-to-day management of the Acquisition Program, including pre- and post-award activities. The position will contribute to the review and scoring of applications; prepare and negotiate contracts with grantees; monitor the implementation on a subset of active contracts assigned to the staffer; meet with grantees for progress reporting; and coordinate with grantees and Acquisition and Legal teams to ensure satisfactory acquisition closings and close-out of projects. The position will also review payment requests for accuracy and conformance to contracts, serving as a first-line approver and back-up to the Program Manager as needed.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

· Support the development and scoring of annual Acquisition applications to the Fund, working with the Field and Acquisition teams and outside experts.

· Assist grant recipients with contract and scope management, including real estate document review (appraisals, deeds, conservation easements, title, plats, etc.).

· Review and approve grant recipient payment requests weekly, ensuring grant objectives have been met and all documentation is provided.

· Participate in regular status meetings with Acquisition Team and DNCR Legal on program and closing status.

· Identify and troubleshoot obstacles to success and help develop process improvements and improve the Acquisition Program.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

​Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.

Recruitment Range: $52,592.00 - $72,314.00

To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.

Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following are preferred:

• Experience with state or federal grant administration, including but not limited to contract and budget review.

• Experience in the land conservation field, including fee simple and/or conservation easement acquisitions by nonprofits or state or local government agencies.

• Strong skills in verbal and written communication, budget analysis, problem-solving, and organization; demonstrates a commitment to high-quality professional work. 

• Ability to work with a diverse team of individuals, peers and partners, who are not co-located.  

• Familiarity with ArcGIS, Google Earth, and public land records.

Position/Physical Requirements

• Must be available to work the schedule of Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

• Must have a valid driver’s license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.

This position is deemed eligible for hybrid telework under DNCR’s Telework Policy.

This position is located at:

121 W. Jones St.

Raleigh, NC 27601

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor's degree in one of the agricultural, biological, engineering, environmental or natural resource sciences or a closely related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution

AND

two years of experience related to the area of assignment;

OR

an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Section/Unit Description

The North Carolina Land and Water Fund (NCLWF) provides grant assistance to non-profits, local governments and state agencies for the protection of natural resources in North Carolina. The NCLWF funds projects that (1) enhance or restore degraded waters, (2) protect unpolluted waters, and/or (3) contribute toward a network of riparian buffers and greenways for environmental, educational, and recreational benefits, (4) provide buffers around military bases to protect the military mission, (5) acquire land that represents the ecological diversity of North Carolina, and (6) acquire land that contributes to the development of a balanced State program of historic properties.

Division Description

The Division of Land and Water Stewardship (DLWS) is a nonregulatory division within the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources that provides information and assistance to support effective conservation. The office is an integral part of the state’s conservation efforts and seeks to maintain a positive relationship with communities through partnerships with local, state, and federal agencies, industries, organizations, and private citizens. https://nclwf.nc.gov/stewardship  

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The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence. 

We are an Employment First state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community. 

Application Process

Be sure to complete the application in its entirety.   Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

• Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.

• Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. The hiring process may take several weeks.

• Be sure to complete the application in full. Applicants are unable to submit more than one application to an individual posting.  Only one application received prior to the closing date will be accepted.  Applications must be submitted by 11:59:59 PM on the night prior to the closing date.  

Degree/College Credit Verification 

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more. 

Veteran’s and National Guard Preference 

Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application. 

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. 

Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application. 

ADA Accommodations 

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DNCR is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DNCR will ensure that persons with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below. 

Employment Eligibility 

It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and DNCR that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System). 

CONTACT INFORMATION:  

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division of Human Resources

109 E. Jones Street, Raleigh, NC 27601 

Phone: 919-814-6670

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Mary McClintock

Email:

[email protected]