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ADMINISTRATOR III - DNR

Social Scientist

Recruitment #23-002588-0123

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Introduction

This is a position specific recruitment for the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Chesapeake and Coastal Watershed. This recruitment will be used to fill current vacancies for the position and may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification/function. Future vacancies may also be filled via other recruitments. The resulting eligible list will be maintained for one year.

GRADE

18

LOCATION OF POSITION

580 Taylor Avenue, Annapolis, MD (Anne Arundel County) 

POSITION DUTIES

As a Social Scientist within the Center for Economic and Social Science in the Chesapeake and Coastal Service Unit, this position will take a lead role in developing and coordinating frameworks and processes for building effective scientific research projects that support the Department in understanding and addressing how people benefit from the natural environment and are impacted by climate change and other environmental issues.

The incumbent will develop frameworks and guidance to support the Department in effectively engaging local communities, building new partnerships, and developing collaborative social networks to successfully implement community-driven, nature-based conservation, restoration, and climate resiliency initiatives. This includes 1)understanding the social dynamics that drive natural resource decision making at the community level, 2)understanding the unique vulnerabilities and risks communities face, and how those shape local priorities, 3)developing outreach, engagement, and stewardship guidance and processes that inform both Department staff and community members on the best practices to effectively influence positive change in those communities, and4) developing frameworks for building and maintaining strong relationships and social networks.

Additionally, the incumbent will develop, coordinate, or participate in projects to create or analyze a combination of social, economic, and ecological data to advance the Department’s understanding of 1) how people and communities across Maryland benefit from the state’s existing natural resources, 2) where social vulnerability and risk exists, 3) where inequities exist, and how to effectively increase communities’ equitable access to natural infrastructure and its benefits, and 4) how communities may be impacted by climate change in the future, and solutions to mitigate those risks. Employee will use data to inform and guide Department activities, and to assist in development of initiatives for advancing conservation, restoration, and resiliency work across the state at local and regional levels that support the diverse needs of Maryland communities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Six years of administrative staff or professional work.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and two years of experience in administrative staff or professional work for the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience.

4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology, Anthropology, Social Psychology, Behavioral Sciences, Communication Studies, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Ecology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Sustainability, or a related field.
  • Two years of experience practicing social science or related fields with a focus on environmental applications.
  • Experience working with spatial or non-spatial data related to understanding the relationships between social, economic, and/or environmental factors.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your minimum qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates may be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

Your application is part of the examination process. The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of this position. The rating will be based on the information provided on your application. Therefore, it is important you provide all the experience and education related to this position completely and accurately.

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application is strongly preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to: Department of Natural Resources, Human Resources, 580 Taylor Avenue, C-3, Annapolis, MD 21401. The Human Resources unit is not responsible for applications sent to any other address.

Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application.

If you are having difficulty with your user account, need to make adjustments to a submitted application or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management at Application.Help@maryland.gov; ATTN: Recruitment and Examination Division.

Inquiries regarding this recruitment can be directed to Emilee Knott at Emilee.Knott@maryland.gov. 

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

Candidates with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. 


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