Definition and Class CharacteristicsForestry Project Manager- Limited Term OESInterviews date TBDThis is an innovative opportunity to for a qualified Registered Professional Forester (RPF) to join our team!
The Office of Emergency Services (OES) is currently handling a grants' portfolio nearing $70 million including large scale impact mitigation projects that are directly tied to protecting life and property throughout Nevada County. Having resources to lead these projects, expeditiously complete environmental analysis/reporting, and have these resources accessible to partners and the public is a high priority.
Primary position functions:
- Design, implement and administer wildland fire prevention goals and objectives
- Design and implement strategic community and landscape-level projects that create heathier forest ecosystems and reduce wildfire risk
- Interpret local, state, and federal laws, regulations and policies
- Conduct and oversee environmental analysis of projects and obtain all necessary permits required
- Complete categorical exemptions, internal studies, rights of entry, etc.
- Assist with departments grant program including writing, project management, and administration
- Community and stakeholder engagement and education
- Create and monitor contracts and agreements
- Conduct field inspections and site tours
The RPF is an important position for supporting OES in achieving grant-funded mitigation goals across Nevada County. This position is designed for college graduates who are experienced in report writing and project management. In addition to a Bachelor’s degree in forestry, public administration, engineering, environmental and/or climate studies, physical and/or biological sciences, natural resource management, fire science or related field from an accredited college or university, the ideal candidate will also be l icensed as a Registered Professional Forester by the California State Board of Forestry with two or more years of experience facilitating and/or managing planning, fire, emergency preparedness, forestry, environmental, engineering or closely related projects and/or programs. Managerial and supervisorial experience is highly desirable.
Why Nevada County? Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and transparent communication, sets us up to be a high-performing organization, and recognizes our contributions! Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides important programming to keep us safe and balanced.
The position is fully-benefited. The County of Nevada offers an extensive benefit package which is valued at 50% of your pay (meaning, consider the value of your benefits as half again what your pay is). The compensation package includes:
- CalPERS retirement plan, a defined benefit plan,
- Medical-several choices of HMO and PPO plans
- Dental-a “best in the business” dental plan which offers a generous per-year maximum
- Vision-includes annual eye exams and a generous annual frame allowance
- Life Insurance-equal to $50,000 with an option to purchase additional, supplementary life insurance at group rates
- Flexible Spending Account-set aside, on a pre-tax basis, up to the IRS maximum for eligible health related expenses
- Nevada County is also a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program through the Department of Education
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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Benefits Guide The Benefits Guide is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group.
Health InsuranceThe County sponsored plan for 2024 is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs.
2024 Health Insurance Plans - Anthem Select HMO
- Anthem Traditional HMO
- Blue Shield CalPERS Access+ HMO
- Blue Shield Trio HMO
- Kaiser HMO
- PERS Gold PPO (County sponsored plan)
- PERS Platinum PPO
- PORAC (Available to PORAC members only)
Flexible Spending AccountsThe County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA.
Life InsuranceVoya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through Voya:
- Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment
- Basic Term Life
- Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment plans
- Optional Dependent Term Life
- Optional Term Life
Dental & Vision InsuranceNevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Delta Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider.
RetirementThe County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions.
CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers:Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55
Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60
Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62
CalPERS Safety tiers:Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50.
Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55.
Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57.
We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page, www.calpers.ca.gov , to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you.
NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERAny information on this page or documents and links are subject to change without notice.Nevada County Human Resources Department950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2 Human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov www.nevadacountyca.govClosing Date/Time: 10/29/2024 5:00 PM Pacific