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NEPA Professional

University of Georgia

retirement plan

United States, Georgia, Athens

Aug 04, 2026

Posting Details

Posting Number	S15548P
Working Title	NEPA Professional
Department	PSO-Carl Vinson Inst of Govt
About the University of Georgia	Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department	The UGA Carl Vinson Institute of Government - Who We Are As a Public Service and Outreach unit at the University of Georgia, the UGA Institute of Government contributes directly to the university's overarching public service mission of improving people's lives by helping to create jobs and prosperity, developing leaders, and addressing critical issues. This public service mission, and the Institute of Government's role in its success, is at the heart of UGA's land-grant and sea-grant mission to serve the State of Georgia and its residents. We have a wide range of experts who inform, inspire, and innovate every day so that governments, large and small, can be more efficient and responsive to their citizens, address current and emerging challenges, and serve the public with excellence. We are uniquely positioned to provide impartial support to local governments and state agencies and convene multi-disciplinary and intragovernmental groups to plan for and address many of the challenges faced by communities across Georgia. Our areas of expertise and focus include workforce and economic development; infrastructure and community resilience; government operations and organizational effectiveness; measuring and reporting on impact and outcomes; building skills, knowledge and capacity of government leaders and teams; and maximizing technology and data for governments and their leaders. Whether it is through our award-winning PROPEL (Planning Rural Opportunities for Prosperity and Economic Leadership) program for rural communities, our CyberArch student program that helps Georgia communities increase their cybersecurity, our efforts to build a visionary plan for military and community partnerships to spur economic prosperity and resilient infrastructure, our financial management certificate program to build the capacity of public officials, or hosting educational events about e-mobility strategies for local governments .... We Know Georgia. Fulfilling our land-grant and sea-grant mission to serve the State of Georgia is more than a project. It's our purpose. We are growing and excited to add individuals to our team who share our commitment to public service - building stronger communities, inspiring economic resilience, and improving quality of life for communities across Georgia and beyond. Our Culture - How We Operate We disseminate knowledge through research, scholarship, and instruction. We collaborate internally across our areas of expertise and across the university with academic researchers to bring best practices and expert insights to the governments and communities we serve. We are committed to fielding a team of experts who have a variety of professional and academic experiences and are grounded in our culture of excellence and approach our work with Georgia's governments in a comprehensive and objective fashion.
College/Unit/Department website	www.CVIOG.uga.edu
Posting Type	External
Retirement Plan	TRS or ORP
Employment Type	Employee
Benefits Eligibility	Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time	Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information	Normal business hours are M-F, 8-5.
Advertised Salary	Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date	08/03/2026
Open until filled	Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date	09/01/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants	Position is located at Fort Benning Installation: Directorate of Public Works 6605 Meloy Dr Fort Benning, GA 31905 Columbus Area Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.
Location of Vacancy	Columbus Area
EEO Policy Statement	The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement	The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Position Information

Classification Title	Res Assc-Social Science I
FLSA	Exempt
FTE	1.00
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor's degree in a related field of science
Preferred Qualifications
Position Summary	Serves as an environmental protection professional with primary responsibility for supporting the installations National Environmental Policy Act ( NEPA) Coordinator in performing a variety of environmental protection functions associated with the implementation of NEPA and related regulations and requirements. The incumbent independently plans and carries out most duties without specific instructions or direction. The employee normally consults with the NEPA Coordinator and/or the supervisor only before proceeding with non-routine technical matters or unprecedented regulatory issues. Completed work is reviewed for technical soundness and compliance with regulatory requirements. The principal guidelines are NEPA, agency regulations; e.g., AR 200-2, and procedural instructions. The incumbent must also refer to a variety of other documents including technical manuals on other environmental protection programs, contracting procedures, and agency and installation administrative manuals. Incumbent will use some judgment in determining how guidelines should be interpreted and applied to specific situations.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	Detailed practical knowledge of NEPA and the U.S. Army's AR 200-2 policies, procedures, and practices sufficient to exchange a variety of factual technical information in response to detailed inquiries, resolve routine problems, or to complete required reports and records. Practical knowledge of a variety of Federal, state, and local government laws and regulations concerning the use, protection, and preservation of the environment. Skill in fact-finding and in developing and assembling information to be used in monitoring and reporting on environmental conditions and situations. Ability to analyze factual information and data, and relate such information to specific regulatory provisions and requirements. Ability to perform a variety of routine administrative tasks, and to prepare detailed narrative reports, letters, briefing statements, and related written materials concerning work assignments.
Physical Demands	Primarily is sedentary in an office setting, although the incumbent may make occasional field visits that may involve some walking, standing, bending, and exposure to inclement weather conditions. Driving as needed to perform job duties.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?	Yes
Is this a Position of Trust?	No
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?	No
Does this position require a P-Card?	No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?	No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?	No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)	No
Credit and P-Card policy	Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy	Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Ensures that environmental analysis and supporting documentation as required by NEPA and related Army regulations; e.g. (AR 200-2), have been properly prepared and processed according to established procedures.
Gathers environmental data for analysis, and reviews documentation prepared by proponents for completeness and accuracy according to regulatory requirements.
Research a variety of environmental reports and studies to obtain specific information that can be used to establish baseline conditions.
Conducts environmental screening surveys that can be used to predict impacts that military training exercises or other proposed actions could have on the environment.
Provide input to help identify mitigation techniques that may be employed to reduce or eliminate adverse effects on the environment.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities

Reviews Record of Environmental Consideration (REC) forms prepared by proponents who plan military training, construction projects, real property transactions, or related activities, to ensure information and documentation is complete, accurate, and consistent with NEPA and Army requirements.
Follows up with proponents to clarify information on REC forms or to obtain additional information that may be required to assure completeness.
Staff routine REC forms to installation specialists for technical review and comment according to prescribed regulations.
Maintains log on REC forms processed, file forms, track the processing of forms, and assist in maintaining a database of environmental information collected from REC forms.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities

Prepare briefing sessions and meetings on NEPA related issues and concerns; and conducts assigned briefing sessions to convey factual information.
Preparation and dissemination of public notices and announcements concerning public meetings and hearings as required by NEPA.
Provide routine technical information on NEPA regulatory requirements and procedures for a variety of individuals including installation staff, representatives from state and local governments, contractors, and public interest groups.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities	Perform a variety of administrative and substantive clerical tasks including preparing reports and correspondence, maintaining logs and records, assembling data, summarizing and processing information, and maintaining regulatory materials.
Percentage of time	10

Duties/Responsibilities	Perform other duties as assigned.
Percentage of time	5