State Of South Dakota Pierre , SD 57501
Posted 2 months ago
$2,500 Hiring Incentive
Current Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources Employees do NOT qualify for Hiring Incentive
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Job ID: 28064
Agency: Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources
Location: Pierre
Salary: $31.66 per hour ($66,106 annual equivalent)
Pay Grade: E1
Closing Date: 10/4/2024
This is a Full-Time position with the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources. For more information on the Department of Agriculture and Natural resources, please visit https://danr.sd.gov/.
The mission of the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) is to protect and preserve the state's agriculture, environment, and natural resources with the vision of a prosperous economy, diverse agricultural opportunities, clean air, clean water, and healthy families.
DANR's Environmental Funding Program is looking for an engineer to assist with the protection of South Dakota's water quality and improving the quality of life for residents by providing engineering related administrative and technical oversight to water, wastewater, and solid waste projects which have received grant or loan assistance through the various funding programs administered by the department.
Our team is responsible for helping improve water and sewer infrastructure throughout South Dakota by working with municipalities, rural water systems, and other political subdivisions to promote public health, protect the environment and provide opportunities for economic development. Entering public service provides you the opportunity to become a steward of public policy and contribute to the improvements that are vital to quality of life. You will join a team of engineers and financial professionals who work together to finance water and sewer infrastructure projects throughout South Dakota. This assistance is accomplished by:
The position requires statewide travel approximately 10-15 percent of the time with occasional overnight stays. Office work includes sitting at a desk for long periods of time using a computer. Normal working hours are 8:00 a.m.. - 5:00 p.m., five days per week. The position works closely with municipalities and other units of government, consulting engineers and planning districts.
Benefits of Working for DANR:
We offer a $2,500 hiring and retention incentive; the first half of the incentive will be paid to you by your second paycheck. The remainder of the incentive is paid after you have worked with us for 15 months.
The state of South Dakota offers a generous health benefits package, which includes health, vision, and dental insurance. Additionally, South Dakota has one of the top retirement systems in the nation.
The state of South Dakota understands the importance of having a work/life balance and this position includes paid vacation, sick leave, and family leave. You will work a 40-hour work week, which leaves you plenty of time to enjoy all that central South Dakota has to offer.
This job is an entry-level engineering position, and we offer extensive training opportunities to build your skills and knowledge. DANR cares about its employees and their career development. We offer the opportunity for career advancement in both technical and managerial tracks. You will work with and under the direction of licensed Professional Engineers and we offer incentives to obtain your Professional Engineering license. In addition to this, DANR offers development opportunities for employees through the year. This is not just a job; it is an opportunity to start your career.
Additional benefits beyond the paycheck include:
Leave:
Vacation Leave (15 paid vacation days per year)
Sick leave (14 paid sick days)
Paid Family Leave (40 hours per week for 12 weeks for birth or adoption of a child)
Military Leave (15 days per calendar year)
11 Paid Holidays
Longevity Pay
Semi-monthly pay periods
The total compensation of Hourly Wage +State/Federal Benefits for a typical year for entry level Engineer I is approximately $86,256 annually.
Licenses and Certifications:
Applicants that have successfully passed the Fundamentals of Engineering exam are preferred.
A valid drivers license is required.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Our ideal candidate is someone with a desire for continual learning and strong problem-solving, analytical, and interpersonal skills. We are looking for someone who wants to serve the citizens of South Dakota by protecting and improving water quality and growing our economy. Only applicants that possess a bachelor's/master's degree in environmental, civil, or related engineering field will be considered. Applicants that have successfully passed the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to receive certification as an Engineer in Training or the ability to obtain the certification are preferred.
Knowledge of:
Skill to:
Ability to:
Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach your resume and college transcripts.
This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers employer paid health insurance plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
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You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"
State Of South Dakota