State of Mississippi
Environmental/Natural Resources Specialist I
State of Mississippi, Jackson, Mississippi, United States, 39200
Environmental/Natural Resources Specialist I
Location: 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Salary: $33,600.00 Annually
Agency: Mississippi Soil and Water Conservation Commission
About the Agency In 1938, the Mississippi Legislature passed the Soil Conservation Law to combat a critical decline in soil resources caused by systemic land misuse. Recognizing the potential for ecological disaster, this legislation established the Mississippi Soil and Water Conservation Commission as a state agency and authorized the creation of Soil and Water Conservation Districts as legal subdivisions of state government. This framework ensures a coordinated, localized approach to preserving the state’s natural resources and agricultural productivity.
Core Responsibilities
Governance: Oversee the election and appointment processes for District Commissioners.
Program Management: Facilitate the delivery and administration of state-funded cost-share programs.
Public Engagement: Coordinate and lead outreach and educational initiatives to promote conservation awareness.
What You'll Need to Be Successful The successful candidate will possess a background in agricultural or natural resource management and a deep commitment to conservation. This role requires a highly organized professional capable of working independently, communicating effectively, and maintaining a proactive, solution-oriented approach to the state’s environmental challenges.
Preferred Qualifications Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 0-1 year of experience. Agency Preferred Qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Natural Resources, or a related field, supplemented by zero (0) to one (1) year of professional experience. Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite—specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint— is required to manage administrative tasks effectively.
Employer State of Mississippi
Address 210 East Capitol Street Suite 800 Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
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Salary: $33,600.00 Annually
Agency: Mississippi Soil and Water Conservation Commission
About the Agency In 1938, the Mississippi Legislature passed the Soil Conservation Law to combat a critical decline in soil resources caused by systemic land misuse. Recognizing the potential for ecological disaster, this legislation established the Mississippi Soil and Water Conservation Commission as a state agency and authorized the creation of Soil and Water Conservation Districts as legal subdivisions of state government. This framework ensures a coordinated, localized approach to preserving the state’s natural resources and agricultural productivity.
Core Responsibilities
Governance: Oversee the election and appointment processes for District Commissioners.
Program Management: Facilitate the delivery and administration of state-funded cost-share programs.
Public Engagement: Coordinate and lead outreach and educational initiatives to promote conservation awareness.
What You'll Need to Be Successful The successful candidate will possess a background in agricultural or natural resource management and a deep commitment to conservation. This role requires a highly organized professional capable of working independently, communicating effectively, and maintaining a proactive, solution-oriented approach to the state’s environmental challenges.
Preferred Qualifications Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 0-1 year of experience. Agency Preferred Qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Natural Resources, or a related field, supplemented by zero (0) to one (1) year of professional experience. Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite—specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint— is required to manage administrative tasks effectively.
Employer State of Mississippi
Address 210 East Capitol Street Suite 800 Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
#J-18808-Ljbffr