PROGRAM MANAGER IV (Deputy Program Manager- PM IV)

Introduction

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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.

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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.

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GRADE

22

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Department of the Environment

Water and Science Administration

Compliance Program,Â

1800 Washington Blvd.

Baltimore, MD 21230

Main Purpose of Job

The Deputy Program Manager will be responsible for enforcing State laws and regulations through the management and administration of numerous regulatory services. Through the application of high-level technical and policy expertise, the incumbent will manage compliance services, field monitoring activities, regulatory compliance, and legal enforcement functions associated with industrial pretreatment; NPDES/State discharge permits; tidal and nontidal wetland permits and licenses; sediment and erosion control approvals; stormwater management approvals; appropriation permits; well and septic system approvals; and waterway and dam construction permits. The WSA Compliance Program is one of the most diverse and complex programs within MDE.

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Key responsibilities include developing and implementing compliance policies, managing sensitive and controversial enforcement issues, negotiating enforcement actions with clients and/or violators, and supervising a large and diverse workforce. The Deputy Program Manager will also oversee the programâs day-to-day activities, including approving requisitions and managing procurements.

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The incumbent will be required to drive a State vehicle. If you hold an out-of-state driverâs license, you must provide a certified copy of your driving record from the issuing stateâs Motor Vehicle Administration at the time of hire. All individuals must maintain a driver''s license with no more than 5 points on their driving record to operate a State vehicle.

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.

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EXPERIENCE: Six (6)Â 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.

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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.Â

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

Please note that your answers to the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your application to receive credit.

It is preferred that the selected candidate has the following:Â

· Experience with NPDES compliance;

· Experience with enforcement of environmental laws and regulations;

· Experience working on cases with the Office of the Attorney General;

· Experience with wetlands and sediment control laws.

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

This recruitment is limited to State of Maryland Employees only

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider the information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best, Better, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

Application must be completed. Do not leave work experience section blank.  Do not cut and paste resume or answer see resume. All supplemental questions must be answered thoroughly. Incomplete or one-word answers, such as "yes, " will result in no credit for those responses.

Should you possess a bachelor''s/masterâs 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

The State of Maryland offers a generous benefits package that includes:

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 planÂ

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STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

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 Shantasia.baker1@maryland.gov or mail to:

Maryland Department of the Environment

OHR - Recruitment and Examination Division

1800 Washington Blvd.

Baltimore MD 21230

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Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing the application.Â

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 Application.Help@maryland.gov.

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.