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Natural Resources Engineer 3

State of Ohio

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Natural Resources Engineer 3 with the State of Ohio in Ohio, paying $84,032 a year ($40.40 an hour). Posted Aug 16, 2026.

Pay
$84,032 a year ($40.40 an hour)
Location
Ohio
Employment type
Full-time
Employer
State of Ohio (state government)
Posted
Aug 16, 2026

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Job Description

Natural Resources Engineer 3 - 20074318

(
260004V0
)

Organization
:

Natural Resources
Agency Contact Name and Information
:

Theresa Ellis, theresa.ellis@dnr.ohio.gov or 614-265-6332
Unposting Date
:

Ongoing
Work Location
:

DNR Vinton

29371 Wheelabout Road

McArthur

45651
Primary Location
:

United States of America-OHIO-Vinton County-McArthur
Other Locations
:

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus, United States of America-OHIO-Tuscarawas County-New Philadelphia, United States of America-OHIO-Guernsey County-Cambridge

Compensation
:

$40.40hr
Schedule
:

Full-time
Work Hours
:

M-F, 8 AM - 5 PM (subject to change)
Classified Indicator
:

Classified
Union
:

Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill
:

Civil Engineering
Technical Skills
:

Project Management, Civil Engineering
Professional Skills
:

Attention to Detail

Agency Overview
Who we are:
Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That's just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all!
Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement!
Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair! We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.
What we need:
We are seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role for the position of
Natural Resources Enginee
r 3
within the
Division of Mineral Resources Management.
Headquartered at one of the following locations:
Fountain Square in
Franklin County
. The address is
2045 Morse Rd., Columbus, Ohio 43229
Zaleski office in
Vinton County
. The address is
29371 Wheelabout Rd., McArthur, Ohio 45651
Cambridge office in
Guernsey County
. The address is
9900 Brick Church Rd., Cambridge, Ohio 43725
New Philadelphia office in
Tuscarawas County.
The address is
2207 Reiser Avenue SE, New Philadelphia, OH 44663
The final headquarter location will be determined with the successful applicant.
To learn m
ore about the Division of Mineral Resources Management, please visit
Division of Mineral Resources Management
.
Job Description
What you will do...
Supervise lower-level Natural Resources Engineer(s) and Natural Resources Engineer Technician(s).
Produce and/or review Engineer sealed plan sets and bid documents for construction.
Provide technical assistance for development on future and current Abandoned Mine Lands (AML) projects sites.
Assist with development and implementation of engineering procedures/policies.
Act as a project manager for assigned projects.
Starting hourly pay of $40.40/hr with multiple pay increases over your first 6.5 years of service, with an end salary of $57.67/hr.

There may also be cost of living adjustments (COLA) applied. Longevity pay supplements begin after five (5) years of state service. For more details, refer t
o

Pay Rate and Longevity Tables | Department of Administrative Services
.
Why Work for the State of Ohio
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our
Total Rewards website
! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of
eligibility period

Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year

Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave

Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)

Public Retirement Systems (
such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS
)

& Optional Deferred Compensation (
Ohio Deferred Compensation
)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications
Certificate of registration as professional engineer issued by State Licensing Board
AND
12 mos. exp. as Natural Resources Engineer 2, 85742 or 12 mos. equivalent related engineering experience.
-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above may be substituted for the experience required, but not for the mandated licensure.

Job Skills:

Technical Skills:
Project Management, Civil Engineering
Professional Skills:
Attention to Detail

Supplemental Information
Application Requirements:
Please ensure your online application clearly indicates how you meet minimum qualifications (MQs). Transcripts are required for all coursework, degrees or educational accomplishments claimed on the application. Applicants must submit a transcript (can be unofficial until point of selection) by the posting deadline
(attach in the Additional Attachments section of the application submission, Step 6)
. Should you have issues attaching, please email to: hr@dnr.ohio.gov. "See resume" is not a substitution for completing supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education sections of the application. Applications that fail to demonstrate how they meet minimum qualifications will not be considered.
To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability please contact Mohammad Yakubu, EEO Regional/Program Administrator at 614-265-6992 or mohammad.yakubu@dnr.ohio.gov.
Effective July 1, 2015 applicants must apply online for positions at all state agencies except the Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD).
The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
STATUS OF POSTED POSITIONS: Applicants can view the status of this position by logging into their user profile on the Ohio Hiring Management System [OHMS] Home page at the following link careers.ohio.gov, and selecting "My Profile".
NOTES: Selection devices, proficiency testing and/or assessments may be used to determine if an applicant meets and is proficient in the minimum qualifications for this position. If you are applying for the same classification within a six month period, your previous score from the selection instrument (interview, proficiency test and/or assessment) may be carried forward for consideration.
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ADA Statement
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free Workplace
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Minimum Qualifications

Certificate of registration as professional engineer issued by State Licensing Board AND 12 mos. exp. as Natural Resources Engineer 2, 85742 or 12 mos. equivalent related engineering experience. -Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above may be substituted for the experience required, but not for the mandated licensure.

Requirements

minimum qualifications (MQs). Transcripts are required for all coursework, degrees or educational accomplishments claimed on the application. Applicants must submit a transcript (can be unofficial until point of selection) by the posting deadline
(attach in the Additional Attachments section of the application submission, Step 6)
. Should you have issues attaching, please email to: hr@dnr.ohio.gov. "See resume" is not a substitution for completing

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