Application deadline is Monday, July 8, 2013.
The
ideal candidate for the position will be a self-motivated, high-energy
person with excellent interpersonal communication skills and direct
experience in shoreline restoration projects, including engineering and
construction methods using bioengineering techniques. The candidate
will be expected to coordinate multiple stakeholders to accomplish
project goals. The position will be located at the Buffalo Niagara
Riverkeeper Office in Buffalo, NY.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
Salary range is $50,000-$53,000, commensurate with experience. Benefits include a health insurance option, three weeks paid time off, 10 paid holidays and flexibility in the work schedule.
Salary range is $50,000-$53,000, commensurate with experience. Benefits include a health insurance option, three weeks paid time off, 10 paid holidays and flexibility in the work schedule.
BUFFALO NIAGARA RIVERKEEPER SUMMARY:
Since 1989, Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper leads the Buffalo Niagara’s efforts to safeguard our water for present and future generations. Our mission is to protect the quality and quantity of our water while connecting people to Great Lakes water.
Since 1989, Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper leads the Buffalo Niagara’s efforts to safeguard our water for present and future generations. Our mission is to protect the quality and quantity of our water while connecting people to Great Lakes water.
JOB SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ability to work with landscape architects and/or private consultants to develop conceptual plans for shoreline restoration projects using bioengineering techniques;
- Ability to read, comprehend and review designed and engineered drawings for effectiveness relative to potential restoration projects;
- Exceptional verbal communication and technical writing skills;
- Knowledge of invasive species control and management, especially in riparian habitats (e.g. Japanese knotweed, Phragmites species)
- Knowledge of sediment and erosion control techniques and best management practices;
- Previous construction oversight experience a plus;
- Project Management experience to include: contract administration and management; risk management; project quality assurance and quality control oversight; contract bid, negotiation and procurement; subcontractor management; project budget and scheduling oversight; report writing and submission;
- Must be highly organized, have strong interpersonal skill, be comfortable working in a nonprofit team environment, possess ability to problem solve;
- Ability to work collaboratively with a range of partners including: funders, landowners, engineers, planners, state, federal and local agencies, subcontractors and the public;
- Willingness to act as an advocate for the organization to the community;
- Knowledge of applicable laws, permits and guidelines, particularly in regard to NYS DEC permits, Army Corps of Engineers Section 404 permits and NEPA requirements is a plus;
- Proficient knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel and Word;
- Passion for water and Great Lakes protection; and
- Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- BA/BS required, Masters preferred in Civil/Environmental Engineering, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, or Landscape Architecture.
- Minimum of 5 years technical experience in design and construction of shoreline stabilization and habitat restoration projects using bioengineering techniques.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Habitat Restoration Program Manager (Program Manager) will be responsible for implementing the “Living Shorelines” program and other restoration projects as needed. Working with Riverkeeper’s Landscape Architects and/or a team of private consultants, the Program Manager will perform the following but not limited to: site and landowner scouting, landowner and stakeholder coordination, preliminary site investigations and documentation of site constraints, development of a preliminary site concept plan, coordination and communication with funders, budget management, and report writing and submission. The Program Manager will oversee official site survey work, conduct site visits as appropriate and develop all necessary construction documents needed to procure a Request for Quotes (RFQ). The Program Manager will be expected to select a subcontractor to construct the restoration project and oversee the project implementation process from start to finish, including subcontract management. The Program Manager will be expected to conduct an evaluation with a team of interns and report back to the funding agency. The Program Manager will also oversee upland riparian restoration projects at two sites.
The Habitat Restoration Program Manager (Program Manager) will be responsible for implementing the “Living Shorelines” program and other restoration projects as needed. Working with Riverkeeper’s Landscape Architects and/or a team of private consultants, the Program Manager will perform the following but not limited to: site and landowner scouting, landowner and stakeholder coordination, preliminary site investigations and documentation of site constraints, development of a preliminary site concept plan, coordination and communication with funders, budget management, and report writing and submission. The Program Manager will oversee official site survey work, conduct site visits as appropriate and develop all necessary construction documents needed to procure a Request for Quotes (RFQ). The Program Manager will be expected to select a subcontractor to construct the restoration project and oversee the project implementation process from start to finish, including subcontract management. The Program Manager will be expected to conduct an evaluation with a team of interns and report back to the funding agency. The Program Manager will also oversee upland riparian restoration projects at two sites.
ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
An approximately equal amount of time will be spent in the field and in the office. Extensive travel within the Niagara River watershed is required. Some weekend and evening work may be necessary.
An approximately equal amount of time will be spent in the field and in the office. Extensive travel within the Niagara River watershed is required. Some weekend and evening work may be necessary.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be capable of:
- Lifting a minimum of 50 lbs., conducting field work, carrying equipment, and completing other activities in difficult terrain during adverse weather conditions repeatedly;
- Performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
- Please email a cover letter and resume/CV as one attachment to Joy Knowlton jknowlton@bnriverkeeper.org by 5 p.m. on Friday, July 8, 2013.
- Initial interviews will occur in the office or via Skype.
- Preferred start date of September 2013.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
Salary range is $50,000-$53,000, commensurate with experience. Benefits include a health insurance option, three weeks paid time off, 10 paid holidays and flexibility in the work schedule.
Salary range is $50,000-$53,000, commensurate with experience. Benefits include a health insurance option, three weeks paid time off, 10 paid holidays and flexibility in the work schedule.
DISCLAIMER:
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
Buffalo
Niagara Riverkeeper is an equal opportunity employer and does not
discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, color,
gender, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental
disability or any other basis covered by law. Employment decisions are
based solely on qualifications and business need.
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