OverviewThis position is located within the River Corridor and Floodplain Protection section of the Vermont Rivers Program. This position will serve as an Engagement & Community Support Floodplain Manager. This position will work under the Flood Hazard Mapping Coordinator to assist in coordination and implementation of the state's floodplain management outreach & training program. The position requires working both independently and collaboratively to plan and implement the Program's outreach and engagement priorities.
The person in this position can potentially have a primarily telework or hybrid schedule, with occasional time in the office or working with communities when required, especially during the initial training period.
Depending on the successful candidate's experience and background, roles that this position may work on include:
- Develop and support training outreach efforts for municipal officials and other stakeholders.
- Coordinate and work with other partners on training and outreach efforts.
- Coordinating and inputting data from the Regional Planning Commissions & municipalities regarding FEMA flood map updates.
- Basic proficiency in ArcGIS, including the ability to produce maps to support public discussion and decision-making.
- Maintain and update existing websites for the River Corridor & Floodplain Protection Program (Flood Ready, Flood Training), & updating data hosted on these sites.
- Other duties to support the existing River Corridor & Floodplain Protection Program staff. This may include:
- Assistance and coordination with the Program on post-flood recovery and response technical assistance and outreach, especially around training to municipal partners; supporting outreach and training.
- Supporting program technical assistance and support to individuals, municipalities, consultants, and state agencies regarding flood hazards (both inundation and river corridors), flood resilience, or hazard mitigation alternatives in Vermont. Q
Qualified candidates will have:
- Background and experience in public outreach and education.
- Working knowledge of floodplains and natural river systems.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Working with the public and including education in each interaction.
- Demonstrating a commitment or ability to advocate for and cultivate an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment, and for environmental justice goals.
- Collaborating with partners from a variety of backgrounds.
- Experience or awareness on the use of plain language to communicate complex concepts.
- The use and application of ESRI ArcGIS mapping software.
Preferred skills include:
- Experience working on websites or social media.
- Experience with FEMA's National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) programs.
- Familiarity with or working knowledge of riverine hydrology/hydraulics and fluvial geomorphology.
- Experience building consensus and support in the development of programs and trainings.
- Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) certification a plus.
Who May ApplyThis position,
Environmental Analyst IV - Engagement & Community Support Floodplain Manager (Job Requisition #51617), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Rebecca.Pfeiffer@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Environmental FactorsDuties are largely performed in an office setting; however, some field travel may be necessary for which private means of transportation must be available. Field work may involve exposure to chemicals, gases, hazardous liquid and solid waste, construction sites during all weather conditions and may involve traversing rough terrain and bodies of water. Some work outside of regular working hours, including attendance at public meetings, may be required. Strong differences of opinion may be encountered on a regular basis.
Minimum QualificationsMaster's degree or higher in a biological-life or physical science, engineering, a social science, data science, or an environmental or natural resources field.
OR
Bachelor's degree or higher in a biological-life or physical science, engineering, a social science, data science, or an environmental or natural resources field AND one (1) or more years of experience in a natural resources field.
OR
Four (4) years or more of experience in an engineering, environmental, social science, data science, or natural resources field.
Total CompensationAs a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
- 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
- State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
- Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Low cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
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Equal Opportunity EmployerThe State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
