Agency Only - CO - P4648 - Permitting Assistance Program Manager

DEQ; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

DEQ in Virginia is seeking a leader to oversee the Permitting Assistance Program, aligning processes with regulatory requirements and agency priorities. The role focuses on efficient permitting, staff development, and strong collaboration with internal teams and external partners to ensure high-quality service delivery.

Candidates must understand environmental regulations and demonstrate leadership competencies, with the ability to coordinate across multiple divisions and external stakeholders

Qualifications

• Knowledge of environmental regulations.
• Strong leadership competencies.
• Ability to coordinate with internal and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Permitting Assistance Program.
• Provide regulatory support for permitting activities.
• Lead staff development and capability building.
• Coordinate with internal and external partners to ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery.

Job description

This position is responsible for managing the Permitting Assistance Program and supporting DEQ's mission through efficient permitting processes, regulatory support, staff development, and agency collaboration. The role requires knowledge of environmental regulations, leadership competencies, and coordination with internal and external partners to ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery.

Please note this position follows a hybrid work schedule to include both in-office and telework. Candidates must be able to work from the assigned work location in Virginia.

This recruitment is an agency-only posting and is open exclusively to current Department of Environmental Quality employees.