APAP Natural Resources Administrator 1

About the role

You will play a vital role in protecting Ohio's land and water resources while working directly with communities, farmers, and conservation partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead efforts to address agricultural pollution by investigating complaints, conducting site visits, and coordinating enforcement actions that protect Ohio's waterways.
• Partner with Soil & Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs) to provide technical expertise on nutrient management, conservation practices, and best management strategies.
• Aid local staff in developing and reviewing nutrient management plans and conservation practices that promote long-term sustainability.
• Offer hands-on support to farmers and landowners, providing one-on-one guidance and group consultations to improve soil health, water quality, and conservation outcomes.
• Maintain compliance with agricultural pollution abatement rules through monitoring post-assistance activities and conducting periodic field inspections.
• Prepare and maintain technical reports and enforcement correspondence that guide conservation efforts.
• Support training and outreach by developing and delivering educational programs for agencies, organizations, and the public on pollution abatement rules and water quality issues.
• Represent the division at conservation field days, community events, and professional meetings that promote sound nutrient management conservation practices.
• Coordinate the agricultural pollution abatement cost-share program, including application reviews, project monitoring, fund tracking, and annual reporting.
• Respond to inquiries via email and phone, ensuring stakeholders have the support they need to achieve conservation success.

Requirements

• 4 years training or 4 years experience in natural resources specialty indicated under job duties within approved position description
• Undergraduate major core program & 2 years training or 2 years experience in natural resources specialty indicated under job duties within approved position
• Completion of graduate major core program & 1 year experience in natural resources specialty indicated under job duties within approved position
• Equivalent education, training and experience will be considered

Qualifications

• Valid drivers license required

Skills

• Natural Resources
• Technical Skills
• Inspection Principles
• Technical Writing
• Soil & Water Conservation
• Professional Skills
• Adaptability
• Customer Focus
• Problem Solving
• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication

Benefits

Compensation: $32.35-$46.09 per hour

Pay

Annual Pay: $67,288 - $95,867

Schedule

Full-time

Union

Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill

• Natural Resources