Executive Lead, Air Permits Division - Statewide Impact

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Louisiana's Department of Environmental Quality seeks an executive leader to direct statewide Air Permits operations from Baton Rouge. This role oversees regulatory programs, strategic initiatives, and policy decisions that protect public health while enabling prudent economic development.

The incumbent will set standards, supervise staff, and represent the agency before committees and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus six years in an environmental program or related lab.
• Master's degree plus five years in an environmental program or lab.
• Doctorate plus four years in an environmental program or lab.
• Equivalency evaluation required for international degrees.

Responsibilities

• Direct statewide operations of the Air Permits Division and supervise staff.
• Lead strategic plans, budgets, and resource allocation for the division.
• Set technical standards and ensure compliance with environmental laws.
• Represent the department before committees, hearings, and stakeholders.
• Provide executive leadership and uphold high-performance service delivery.

Skills

Executive leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental sciences or related field

Master's degree in qualifying fields

Doctorate in qualifying fields

Job description

The State of Louisiana's Department of Environmental Quality seeks an executive leader to direct statewide Air Permits operations from Baton Rouge. This role oversees regulatory programs, strategic initiatives, and policy decisions that protect public health while enabling prudent economic development.

The incumbent will set standards, supervise staff, and represent the agency before committees and stakeholders.