PROGRAM MANAGER SENIOR I

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Telework opportunities

Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annap

Generous paid leave

Paid holidays

Health coverage

Pension plan

Job summary

Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) invites qualified candidates for a Management Service position in the Air and Radiation Administration's Air Quality Planning Program (AQPP). The role leads SIP development, regulatory planning, and external engagement to ensure compliance with federal standards under the Clean Air Act.

Responsibilities include directing planning and regulation divisions, coordinating responses to laws and litigation, and supervising professional staff while managing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 30 credits in engineering, biological, environmental, physical sciences or other appropriate technical education
• Six (6) years of experience supervising a professional staff in an environmental field or as environmental project manager with task delegation and review responsibilities
• Professional or scientific experience related to natural resources, environment or public health may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for education

Responsibilities

• Directing AQPP Planning Division duties related to SIP development to meet NAAQS under the Clean Air Act
• Directing AQPP Regulation Development Division duties related to regulations to meet NAAQS and state requirements
• Representing AQPP at meetings with external stakeholders (other states, Maryland agencies, private businesses, environmental groups)
• Coordinating program responses related to laws, regulations, and litigation
• Overseeing and managing personnel, financial, and administrative resources of AQPP
• supervising skilled and professional employees assigned to the Program

Education

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

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

Juris Doctor or master's degree in engineering, environmental sciences, or environmental public policy

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

Responsibilities

• 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

• Professional or scientific experience related to natural resources, environment or public health may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for education.


• Registration as a Professional Engineer may be substituted for the required education.


• 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.

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

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

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Preferred

It is highly preferred that you apply online. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit the State paper application and supplemental questionnaire (by the closing date) to [e-mail] or mail to:
Maryland Department of the Environment
OHR - Recruitment and Examination Division
1800 Washington Blvd.
Baltimore MD 21230

Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing the application.

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.