West Virginia Department of Transportation (WV)
Transportation Environmental Resources Specialist Trainee - Harrison County
West Virginia Department of Transportation (WV), Bridgeport, West Virginia, United States, 26630
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West Virginia Department of Transportation (WV)
Location
Full‑Time Permanent
Job Number: DOT26D4041A
Closing Date: 1/15/2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Pay Grade 15 T0227N
Typical Duties and Responsibilities
Assists higher‑level specialists in the collection and review of scientific data related to environmental/natural resources quality; assists in preparing detailed statistical/narrative reports.
Conducts field inspections to identify pollution sources, monitor contract activities, and assess environmental/natural resources quality impact.
Collects data, composes, and compiles statistical and narrative reports relating to operational and comprehensive plans.
Consults on the development of grants, grant proposals, and programs relating to the area of assignment.
Implements and monitors programs supported by planning agency grants.
Performs site examination of land to determine land‑use feasibility.
Processes leases and agreements of rights‑of‑way for surface and mineral lands and improvements.
Schedules and participates in public meetings to explain the environmental impact of a proposed project or environmental permit.
Participates in resistivity and seismic surveys.
Composes correspondence and memoranda.
Personal contacts may include individuals or groups from outside the Division of Highways or the Department of Transportation. Certain meetings or conversations may take place outside of the agency in a somewhat unstructured setting.
Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver’s license is required.
Skills and Knowledge
Knowledge of environmental/natural resource laws and regulations.
Knowledge of the principles, practices, and objectives of the various phases of planning.
Knowledge of the socio‑economic factors involved in state, regional, and community planning.
Ability to collect, analyze, and evaluate data and technical information in the area of assignment.
Ability to present results of research effectively in oral, written, or graphic form.
Ability to analyze planning problems and to recommend an effective course of action.
Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of individuals, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to work on NEPA documents with full oversight.
Minimum Requirements REQUIRED TRAINING/EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a major in environmental studies, anthropology, geography, archaeology, natural science, geology, biology, chemistry, physics, engineering/engineering technology, or a related field.
Substitution: Full‑time or equivalent part‑time paid technical or paraprofessional experience in the acquisition, preservation, protection, and enhancement of environmental/natural resources may be substituted for the required training/education through an established formula.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
This is the entry‑level classification in this series. No experience is required.
Note:
Successful completion of a NEPA training class is required within 6 months of employment. Employer: West Virginia Department of Transportation (WV)
Division: West Virginia Department of Transportation
Address: 1900 Kanawha Blvd, East Building 5, Room A‑450 Charleston, West Virginia, 25305
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West Virginia Department of Transportation (WV)
Location
Full‑Time Permanent
Job Number: DOT26D4041A
Closing Date: 1/15/2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Pay Grade 15 T0227N
Typical Duties and Responsibilities
Assists higher‑level specialists in the collection and review of scientific data related to environmental/natural resources quality; assists in preparing detailed statistical/narrative reports.
Conducts field inspections to identify pollution sources, monitor contract activities, and assess environmental/natural resources quality impact.
Collects data, composes, and compiles statistical and narrative reports relating to operational and comprehensive plans.
Consults on the development of grants, grant proposals, and programs relating to the area of assignment.
Implements and monitors programs supported by planning agency grants.
Performs site examination of land to determine land‑use feasibility.
Processes leases and agreements of rights‑of‑way for surface and mineral lands and improvements.
Schedules and participates in public meetings to explain the environmental impact of a proposed project or environmental permit.
Participates in resistivity and seismic surveys.
Composes correspondence and memoranda.
Personal contacts may include individuals or groups from outside the Division of Highways or the Department of Transportation. Certain meetings or conversations may take place outside of the agency in a somewhat unstructured setting.
Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver’s license is required.
Skills and Knowledge
Knowledge of environmental/natural resource laws and regulations.
Knowledge of the principles, practices, and objectives of the various phases of planning.
Knowledge of the socio‑economic factors involved in state, regional, and community planning.
Ability to collect, analyze, and evaluate data and technical information in the area of assignment.
Ability to present results of research effectively in oral, written, or graphic form.
Ability to analyze planning problems and to recommend an effective course of action.
Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of individuals, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to work on NEPA documents with full oversight.
Minimum Requirements REQUIRED TRAINING/EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a major in environmental studies, anthropology, geography, archaeology, natural science, geology, biology, chemistry, physics, engineering/engineering technology, or a related field.
Substitution: Full‑time or equivalent part‑time paid technical or paraprofessional experience in the acquisition, preservation, protection, and enhancement of environmental/natural resources may be substituted for the required training/education through an established formula.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
This is the entry‑level classification in this series. No experience is required.
Note:
Successful completion of a NEPA training class is required within 6 months of employment. Employer: West Virginia Department of Transportation (WV)
Division: West Virginia Department of Transportation
Address: 1900 Kanawha Blvd, East Building 5, Room A‑450 Charleston, West Virginia, 25305
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