NATURAL RESOURCES PLANNER II (Internal MDE Employees to Apply Only)

Maryland; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Telework opportunities for many roles

Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annap

Generous paid leave that increases

Paid holidays

Health coverage with low out-of-pocket

Pension plan

Job summary

Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) seeks a Natural Resources Planner II to support air quality regulation development and SIP revisions. You will conduct research, analyze emissions, and prepare regulatory content while coordinating with internal divisions and external stakeholders.

You will also support public education on ambient air quality. The role involves leading regulatory processes, preparing notices, and delivering presentations to diverse audiences, with emphasis on

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field or equivalent.
• One year of experience in natural resources planning or applied environmental science.
• Ability to substitute advanced degrees or military service for experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop regulatory options and air quality control measures; assess costs and benefits.
• Prepare regulations, notices, and SIP revisions; coordinate with DSD and legislature.
• Organize stakeholder meetings; present materials and conduct cost-benefit analyses.
• Create educational materials and assist outreach initiatives.

Skills

Air quality policy knowledge

Public health impacts

Environmental regulation understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field

Master's degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Google Docs

Sheets

Slides

Adobe PDF management software

Job description

Introduction

We encourage you to consider an exciting career with the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE). If you are dedicated to protecting and preserving Maryland's air, water, land resources, and safeguarding the health of all its citizens, we invite you to apply and become a part of our team.

MDE is committed to a mission of protecting and restoring the environment for the health and well-being of all Marylanders, with a vision of healthy, vibrant, and sustainable communities and ecosystems throughout the state.

Grade

STD0015

Location of Position

MDE - Air and Radiation Administration
Planning Program, Regulations Development Division
1800 Washington Blvd.
Baltimore, MD 21230

Main Purpose of Job

The Natural Resources Planner (NRP) II position assists with the development and adoption process of air quality regulations addressing both air pollutants and greenhouse gas emissions affecting climate change. This position conducts independent research to analyze, develop, and implement strategies to control emissions from air pollution sources. The incumbent in this position is responsible for facilitating the internal and external regulation development process by organizing stakeholder meetings, developing regulatory content and meeting materials, and delivering presentations. In addition, the incumbent assists with the submission of State Implementation Plan (SIP) revision materials. Also, support public education and public health awareness concerning ambient air quality.

Position Duties

• Conduct research and data analysis to develop regulatory options, air quality control measures, and environmental impact assessments. Review costs, emission benefits, and risks associated with air pollution. Prepare regulations, fact sheets, and technical support documents, and support ongoing public forums.
• Assist in preparing and submitting proposed and final regulations. Draft Notices of Proposed/Final Actions, coordinate reviews with the Division of State Documents (DSD) and state legislative bodies and prepare legal notices for public hearings. Manage adoption schedules and web content to ensure compliance with the Clean Air Act. Prepare and submit State Implementation Plan (SIP) revisions to the EPA, including regulatory actions, technical support documents, and hearing transcripts.
• Organize and lead stakeholder groups comprising consultants, trade associations, and regulated entities. Prepare and present meeting materials, agendas, draft regulations, technical documents, and cost-benefit analyses within required timeframes.
• Develop educational and outreach materials across Air Management Administration programs, state and federal agencies, and non-profit organizations. Assist in organizing and facilitating special events for outreach initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in an environmental science or natural resources planning, management or development.

Experience: One year of experience in natural resources planning or applied environmental science.

Notes:

• 1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in urban or regional planning, engineering, physical geography, or the physical, chemical, biological sciences and one year of experience in natural resources planning or applied environmental science for the required education.
• 2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university in natural resources planning, management, administration, development, environmental, urban or regional planning; resources economics or development; environmental system management; water or land resources planning and management; environmental landscape architecture; or the physical, biological, chemical or environmental sciences for the required experience.
• 3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in the general natural resources management and biological sciences classifications or general natural resources management and biological sciences specialty codes in the general natural resources management and biological sciences field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

Desired or Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access; Google Docs, Sheets, Slides; and Adobe PDF management software.
• Knowledge of air pollution issues, public health impacts, federal or state air pollution control laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of environmental assessment reporting, evaluation, mitigation strategies, and policy.

Licenses, Registrations and Certifications

NOT APPLICABLE.

Selection Process

Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

Should you possess a bachelor's/master's degree from a college or university outside of the United States, you must have your educational credentials evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted prior to hire. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. at 302-737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. at 1-800-932-3897 or 202-331-2925.

You must be legally authorized under the United States Immigration Reform and Control Act to be hired in the position for which you apply.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules and telework opportunities for many positions
• Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis
• Generous paid leave that increases with years of service
• Paid holidays
• Health coverage with low out-of-pocket costs
• Employee & employer contributory pension plan

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. MDE is dedicated to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We strive to cultivate an inclusive environment where differences are celebrated.