REGULATORY AND COMPLIANCE ENGINEER/ ARCHITECT SUPERVISOR (Division Chief **MDE Internal Only**)

JobAps; Baltimore, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Transit benefits

Generous paid leave

Paid holidays

Health coverage

Pension plan

Job summary

The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) invites applications for the Division Chief role within the Air and Radiation Administration. The incumbent will oversee VEIP design, QA, data analysis, and auditing of testing personnel and facilities, ensuring regulatory compliance.

This leadership position also includes administrative responsibilities and direct supervision of skilled staff, shaping program execution and continuous improvement across state and private VEIP stations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or architecture required.
• Four years of engineering/architectural experience in pollution control or related fields.
• Substitutions allowed: additional engineering credits or alternate credentials per notes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee VEIP design, QA, data analysis and auditing of testing/repair personnel and facilities.
• Provide administrative direction and supervision of division staff.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and auditing of testing equipment at state stations and facilities.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Engineering supervision

Project oversight

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or architecture

Job description

Introduction

PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY. 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

21

LOCATION OF POSITION

Air and Radiation Administration
Mobile Sources Control Program
Inspection Maintenance Division
1800 Washington BLVD
Baltimore, MD 21030

Main Purpose of Job

The incumbent in this position will serve as the Division Chief. Regulatory and Compliance Engineer Supervisor will provide oversight and direction for this position. The incumbent in this position will be responsible for the implementation and oversight of the Program’s activities related to the Vehicle Emissions Inspection Program (VEIP), including VEIP design and quality assurance activities, data analysis, compliance with regulatory requirements, certification and auditing of testing and repair technicians and facilities, and auditing of testing equipment at State stations and private facilities. The incumbent will also be responsible for administrative activities of the Division and the direct and indirect supervision of skilled and professional employees assigned to the Division.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: A Bachelor's degree in engineering or architecture from an accredited college or university.
• Experience: Four years of engineering or architectural experience in pollution control, waste remediation, resource conservation, environmental protection, or public health and safety to ensure regulatory or quality compliance with engineering or architectural standards, practices, principles and methods.
• Notes: 1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with at least 20 credit hours in engineering and two years performing engineering or architectural work in pollution control, waste remediation, resource conservation, environmental protection, public health and safety, or a related area for the required education.
• Notes: 2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree in engineering or architecture from an accredited college or university for up to one year of the required experience.
• Notes: 3. Candidates may substitute the possession of a current Professional Engineer or Professional Architect registration in the State of Maryland or in a state with comparable requirements may be substituted for the required education and one year of the required experience.
• Notes: 4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Engineering and Architecture classifications or Engineering and Architecture specialty codes in the Environmental field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• At least two years’ experience with State Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Programs.
• At least one year experience in leading and or coordinating personnel.

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

This recruitment is limited to current MDE employees only.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employees in this classification may be subject to call-in twenty-four hours a day, and, therefore, may be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.

SELECTION PROCESS

All Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986. You must be legally authorized and possess any necessary documents under this Act to be hired in the position for which you applied.

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

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

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.