Environmental Manager 15 - Permitting and Technical Services Section Supervisor

State of Michigan; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

The State of Michigan, EGLE, is seeking to fill the Enforcement Chief role within the Geological Resources Management Division (GRMD). The incumbent will oversee staff across permitting, compliance, enforcement, bonding, records, databases, website content, and hearings, guiding strategic planning and program implementation.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in physical or environmental sciences or engineering and at least seven years in a relevant engineering or scientific field, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in physical, biological or geological sciences, engineering, or related field.
• Seven years of professional experience in an engineering or scientific field related to resources, protection, and enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee GRMD central office programs for oil and gas, mineral wells, and mining.
• Direct strategic planning, staff supervision, and enforcement activities including permitting, bonding, records, and hearings.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in physical, biological or geological sciences, engineering, or related field

Job description

Position Description

Manages the implementation of the Geological Resources Management Division (GRMD) central office programs for oil and gas, mineral wells, and mining. Oversees Section supervisory, professional, technical, and administrative staff, with functions of permitting, compliance, escalated enforcement, bonding, record-keeping, internal and external databases, website content, oil and gas production, Freedom of Information Act, and administrative hearings. Coordinates activities indirectly through first line supervisors. Serves as the division Enforcement Chief. Represents the GRMD as an associate member or committee member at organizations such as Groundwater Protection Council and Interstate Oil and Gas Compact Commission. Serves as a member of GRMD management team, directs strategic planning, and advises GRMD Assistant Director.

Education

Possession of a bachelor's degree in the physical sciences, biological sciences, resource management, sanitary science, environmental health, engineering, geology, or in geological, petroleum, or mining engineering.

Experience

Seven years of professional experience in an engineering or scientific field carrying out geological and/or environmental activities to protect, develop and maintain natural resources; working in an environmental protection program; or, enforcing environmental health or environmental protection laws, including three years equivalent to the advanced (12) level, two years equivalent to a 13-level specialist or manager, or one year equivalent to a 14-level specialist or manager.

ABOUT EGLE:

The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy's (EGLE) mission is to protect Michigan's environment and public health by managing air, water, land, and energy resources.

At the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, we are passionate about protecting human health and Michigan’s land, water, and energy resources. We are equally passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful of all our employees and the public we serve. Our unique backgrounds and experiences make us better equipped to equitably deliver impactful environmental outcomes in the interest of all of Michigan’s residents.

• The State of Michigan offers a competitive benefits package for all career employees that include medical, dental and vision coverage, along with paid parental leave, flexible spending accounts, retirement and much more.