PROGRAM MANAGER SENIOR I

Maryland AG; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Telework opportunities

Health coverage with low out-of-pocket

Generous paid leave

Paid holidays

Pension plan

Job summary

The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) seeks a Program Manager Senior I to lead the Air Quality Planning Program within the Air and Radiation Administration in Baltimore. You will supervise professional staff and direct SIP development, regulation work, and external engagements to protect Maryland’s air quality and public health.

This Management Service position reports to the Appointing Authority and requires coordination across state and local partners to implement federal and state

Qualifications

• Education requirements specified include a Bachelor's degree with 30 credits in engineering, biological, environmental, physical sciences or related field.
• Experience requirement: six (6) years supervising professional staff or managing environmental projects with task assignment and guidance.
• Notes allow substitution of professional/scientific experience for education and related substitutions.

Responsibilities

• Directing AQPP Planning Division duties related to SIP development to meet NAAQS under the Clean Air Act.
• Directing AQPP Regulation Development Division duties for regulations meeting NAAQS and state requirements.
• Representing AQPP at meetings with external stakeholders including states, agencies, businesses, and environmental groups.
• Coordinating program responses to laws, regulations, and litigation.
• Overseeing and managing personnel, financial, and administrative resources of the AQPP.

Education

Bachelor's degree with 30 credits in engineering or environmental sciences or related field

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Law or Environmental Public Policy or related degree

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.

This is a Management Service position that serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.

GRADE

STD0023

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDE – Air and Radiation Administration
Air Quality Planning Program
1800 Washington Blvd.
Baltimore, MD 21230

Main Purpose of Job

The Program Manager Senior I will serve as the Manager of the Air Quality Planning Program (AQPP or Program) within the Air and Radiation Administration (ARA) of the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE). The Program Manager Senior I will be responsible for managing the technical and administrative activities of the AQPP, including:

• Directing the AQPP Planning Division duties and responsibilities related to the development of State Implementation Plans (SIPs), required to meet federal National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) under the Clean Air Act;
• Directing the AQPP Regulation Development Division duties and responsibilities related to the development of regulations to meet federal NAAQS, State of Maryland Statutory requirements and other State level initiatives;
• Representing the AQPP at meetings involving external stakeholders, such as other states, Maryland State and local government agencies, private businesses, and environmental groups.��
• Coordinating Program responses related to Program activities, laws and regulations, and litigation; and
• Overseeing and managing the personnel, financial, and administrative resources of the AQPP.

This position will supervise skilled and professional employees assigned to the Program.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university that includes 30 credits in engineering, biological, environmental, physical sciences or other appropriate technical education, or possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Environmental Law or Environmental Public Policy or other appropriate related degree.
• EXPERIENCE: Six (6) years of experience supervising a professional staff in an environmental field or experience as an environmental project manager including assigning tasks, setting priorities, and reviewing work products.
• NOTES:
  1. Professional or scientific experience related to natural resources, environment or public health may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for education.
  2. Registration as a Professional Engineer may be substituted for the required education.
  3. One additional year of experience in professional scientific, natural resources, or environmental or public health may be substituted for the 30 specialized academic credits.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Possession of a juris doctorate or master’s degree from an accredited college, university, or law school in engineering, environmental sciences, or environmental public policy or other appropriate related degree.
• Experience implementing environmental programs under state and federal laws, including the Clean Air Act.
• Experience managing environmental programs or divisions, including supervision of professional staff and oversight of program or division operations.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Specific educational and experience requirements are set by the agency based on the essential job functions assigned to the position.

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�

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Shantasia Baker at 410-537-3808. If you have difficulties submitting your online application, please contact the Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or [e-mail].

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.