NEPA Technician - Fort Johnson, Louisiana

Position Title: NEPA Technician, located at Fort Johnson, Louisiana

Position Summary: 
Colorado State University (CSU) Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML) is hiring a NEPA (National Environmental Policy Act) Technician. This is a full-time (40 hours per week) temporary position, limited to a maximum of nine months, with potential flexibility in scheduling. The position will provide the support necessary to assist the Fort Johnson Conservation Branch programs through National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance actions. The intent of this position is to provide the successful applicant with exposure to careers in military lands management and compliance experience. The technician will contribute to various NEPA efforts at Fort Johnson, Louisiana, and learn about the regulatory framework and importance of managing natural resources on Department of Defense (DoD) lands.

Department Summary: 
The Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML) is a research, education and service unit within the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University (CSU). CEMML applies the latest and most appropriate science to promote the sustainable management of natural and cultural resources on Department of Defense and other public lands. We provide technical support, conduct applied research, and offer career development and learning opportunities to support resource stewardship. We collaborate with our sponsors and within CSU to resolve complex environmental issues, leaving a legacy of science-based decisions to sustain our resources for future generations. To learn more about CEMML’s contributions to land management and our mission, vision, and values, please visit http://www.cemml.colostate.edu/.

Responsibilities:
The Technician will assist with various tasks within the NEPA program. These tasks will include NEPA document preparation, NEPA document tracking, post-NEPA monitoring, mitigation monitoring, attending meetings in support of these actions, and additional tasks as assigned.

Required Qualifications: 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Experience in technical or organizational writing and reporting such as compliance documentation, research summaries, legal records, or administrative procedures. 
• Experience effectively communicating with stakeholders and/or the public through roles such as customer service, community outreach, administrative support, regulatory compliance, or environmental reporting. 
• Ability to read and understand technical documents, reports, and guidelines related to environmental work. 
• Experience with Outlook, Adobe, MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint. 
• Must be physically capable of working independently in remote outdoor locations under varied weather conditions. Field activities could include walking several consecutive miles while carrying gear up to 35 pounds and performing manual labor in a hot environment on uneven terrain. 
• Must have a valid driver’s license for operating federal vehicles. 
• Must be able to pass a federal background investigation to obtain a DoD Installation Access Pass.

Preferred Qualifications: 
• Pursuing a B.S. in a natural resources, environmental compliance, or ecosystem science-related field.
• Experience preparing, reviewing, and supporting NEPA processes or other regulatory compliance
documents, such as environmental assessments, impact statements, or permitting reports.
• Proficiency in preparing technical reports and environmental documents that adhere to NEPA
requirements and guidelines.
• Experience conducting fieldwork, and accurately recording, entering, and proofing data.
• Experience using field data collection applications, compasses, maps, data tablets, and GPS units.

Number of weekly working hours: 40

Potential Start date and duration: May 15th, start and end dates are flexible.

Number of Openings: 1

Hourly Pay Rate: $20-$30/hour commensurate with experience.

Application Instructions: Applications will not be accepted in Handshake. 
Prospective candidates should send application materials to Alli Presley at alli.rushing@colostate.edu and Abigail Arfman at aarfman@colostate.edu. Apply no later than May 01, 2025, for full consideration. A complete application consists of:

1) Cover letter
2) Resume
3) References – please include within your application contact information for 3 professional references including at least one supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

Apply By date: Apply no later than May 01, 2025.

Employee Benefits: Employee Benefit information can be found on HR’s Website at https://hr.colostate.edu/current-employees/benefits/  

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.