Resource Analyst 9-P11/12 (State Forest Land Case Manager)

$50,544 - $92,602/Yr

Geologist 9-P11 - Geological Services (Hydrogeology) - Lansing, MI

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Lansing, MI

About the position

The Resource Analyst 9-P11/12 position serves as a key member of the Real Estate Section within the Department of Natural Resources, focusing on various land transactions including acquisitions, sales, exchanges, easements, and gifts. The role involves negotiating land transactions, conducting field reviews related to environmental and resource issues, and maintaining case information in the Land Ownership Tracking System (LOTS). The analyst will also evaluate land resource recommendations and assist in the development and maintenance of LOTS, ensuring effective management of the Michigan State Forest system.

Responsibilities

• Assist in various land transactions including acquisitions, sales, exchanges, easements, and gifts.
• Conduct field reviews regarding environmental and resource issues related to real estate transactions.
• Negotiate basic land transactions and maintain case information in the Land Ownership Tracking System (LOTS).
• Review land resource evaluations and recommendations regarding the disposition and purchase of resource rights.
• Serve as the lead contact for all land transactions on behalf of the Forest Resources Division (FRD).
• Evaluate land to determine feasibility for acquisition, exchanges, and sales of surplus land.
• Provide negotiations, consultation, and case management services for land transactions.

Requirements

• Possession of a bachelor's degree in a physical, biological, or natural resource science, resource management, resource planning, engineering, or a related field.
• Resource Analyst 9: No specific type or amount of experience required.
• Resource Analyst 10: One year of professional experience in the protection, development, and maintenance of land, water, or natural resources.
• Resource Analyst P11: Two years of professional experience in the protection, development, and maintenance of land, water, or natural resources, including one year equivalent to the intermediate (10) level in state service.
• Resource Analyst 12: Three years of professional experience in the protection, development, and maintenance of land, water, or natural resources, including one year equivalent to the experienced (P11) level in state service.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in public health or related fields.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave
• Professional development reimbursement
• Tuition reduction for employees and family members
• Student loan forgiveness programs
• Alternative and remote work schedules