Private Lands Engineer - IRIS (Virginia)Position Summary:The University of Georgia (UGA) seeks a Private Lands Engineer (Water Resources) to lead the Implementation of the Working Lands for Wildlife Aquatics Connectivity Framework in Virginia. The incumbent will serve as the primary point of contact for NRCS, develop and implement multi‑agency workshops, coordinate regional efforts, and provide engineering expertise to support Virginia NRCS leadership.Posting DetailsPosting Number: S15290PWorking Title: Private Lands Engineer - IRIS (Virginia)Department: Engineering—Resilient Infrastructure Systems (IRIS)Employment Type: Full Time, 40 hours per weekSalary: $80,000 – $90,000 (based on experience)Start Date: 08/01/2026 (subject to funding)Location: Abingdon, Virginia (remote, on‑site, and field work as required)Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experienceLicensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Virginia or sufficient experience and education to obtain licensurePreferred QualificationsAdditional experience in conservation or water resources engineeringKnowledge of NRCS programs and permitting processesKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesStream restoration certification (Wildland Hydrology Level III or higher)Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling (HEC‑RAS, HEC‑HMS, SWMM)Rivermorph software experienceLead/ownership of project permittingAquatic ecology knowledge to integrate engineering with ecosystem healthLeadership on large, multi‑faceted projectsPhysical DemandsStandard office environment, frequent regional travel, outdoor field work in variable terrain and weatherModerate hiking in all seasons and conditionsOccasional evening and weekend work to accommodate landowner schedulesResponsibilitiesEngineering Design and Project Development (45%)Lead design of conservation engineering projects on private lands in coordination with NRCS field officesConduct engineering analyses, develop design plans, and produce construction‑ready documents using AutoDesk Civil 3D, HEC‑RAS, and related softwareIntegrate designs into NRCS conservation planning processes and ensure compliance with NRCS standards and approvalsField Surveys, Data Collection, and Site Assessment (25%)Lead fieldwork, conducting topographic and channel surveys, collecting site data, and documenting existing conditionsCoordinate with landowners and NRCS staff, overseeing field responsibilities and travelConstruction Support and Implementation Oversight (15%)Provide technical oversight during construction, ensuring proper installation and compliance with design intent and NRCS requirementsServe as regional lead and collaborate with contractors and NRCS staff to deliver successful projectsTechnical Assistance, Coordination, and Program Oversight (15%)Offer engineering expertise to NRCS staff and interdisciplinary partners, contributing to planning discussions and feasibility evaluationsEnsure program alignment, compliance with tracking and documentation, and overall delivery across priority watershedsBenefitsGrant‑funded position; continuation contingent upon continued funding. Eligible for UGA employee benefits per standard policies.Contact InformationVirginia Bacon‑TalatiRecruitment Contact Email: VBTalati@uga.eduEEO StatementThe 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, veteran status, or other protected status.#J-18808-Ljbffr