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Chief, Policy Division (PROGRAM MANAGER III)

Recruitment #23-005478-0026

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Introduction

The Maryland Department of the Environment is charged with protecting and preserving the State's air, water, and land resources and safeguarding the environmental health of all Maryland’s citizens.  The Agency’s mission is to protect and restore the environment for the health and well-being of all Marylanders with a vision of healthy, vibrant, and sustainable communities and ecosystems in Maryland.

If you are looking for an exciting career committed to protecting the environment for all Marylanders, please apply to become part of MDE’s workforce. MDE offers competitive pay, great benefits, and opportunities for advancement and professional growth. MDE also offers you a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e., vacation, sick leave, personal leave), state pension, supplemental retirement options (i.e., 401k, 457b, etc.).

This is a MANAGEMENT SERVICES position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.

GRADE

21

LOCATION OF POSITION

Air & Radiation Administration 
Climate Change Program 
1800 Washington Blvd.
Baltimore, MD 21230

Main Purpose of Job

The Program Manager III is responsible for overseeing the activities of the Climate Change Program’s Policy Division. The Climate Change Program is responsible for developing and implementing nation-leading policies to reduce and sequester greenhouse gas emissions to mitigate the impacts of climate change.  The main purpose of this position is to improve the health and welfare of people and the environment while developing a dynamic clean energy economy in Maryland. 

The Program Manager III serves as the Chief of the Policy Division.  The incumbent in this position will also be responsible for supervising the staff of the Policy Division, supporting the implementation of the Climate Solutions Now Act (CSNA) and other state laws, developing new regulations, participating in the U.S. Climate Alliance, supporting the Maryland Commission on Climate Change, and analyzing legislative efforts related to climate change. The Policy Division includes the Buildings Decarbonization Section, which oversees the implementation of the Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS) regulations and the development of additional policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from Maryland’s buildings sector. The Climate Change Policy Division activities support the Department’s mission to protect and restore the environment for the health and well-being of all Marylanders.

The incumbent in this position may drive a State vehicle.  If you maintain an out-of-state driving license, you must provide a certified copy of your driving record from the appropriate Motor Vehicle Administration at the time of appointment.  Individuals must maintain a driver's license with no more than 5 points on their driving record in order to drive a State vehicle.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university that includes 30 credits in the biological, environmental, physical sciences, other appropriate technical discipline, 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: Five years of experience supervising 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) 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

It is preferred that the selected candidate has the following: 

  • Extensive management experience in a government policy-focused role;
  • Experience leading teams in the development and implementation of plans and policies; 
  • Knowledge of State and federal programs and legislation and statute related to climate change;
  • Experience with legislative interpretation, analysis, and reporting;
  • Ability to identify problems, finding consensus, and negotiating solutions;
  • Ability to develop and implement a communication strategy that includes media outreach and social media content creation;
  • Ability to analyze data;
  • Ability to meet tight deadlines;
  • Excellent communication skills. 

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training, and experience as they relate to the requirements of this position. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be placed on the Eligible List categorized as BEST QUALIFIED. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.  Please report all related education, experience, dates, and hours of work.  Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable.  Please note that you will be required by the appointing agency to provide proof upon hire of all certifications, licenses, educational and work experience.

For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).
 
Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date.  Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.  Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. 
 
Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year.  The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

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

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS  (Click ctrl+link to view all benefits)

PERSONAL LEAVE - New State employees are awarded six (6) personal leave days annually (prorated based on start date)

ANNUAL LEAVE - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.

SICK LEAVE – fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.

PARENTAL LEAVE – up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.

HOLIDAYS – State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year. 


 

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to MDE, Recruitment and Selection Division, 1800 Washington Blvd., Baltimore MD 21230. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.  If you are unable to upload, please email the requested information to Olivia Finley at Olivia.finley@maryland.gov. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time. Please reference #23-005478-0026. 

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Olivia Finley at 410-537-3105.  If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.  

This is a specific position for the Maryland Department of the Environment. The resulting certified eligible list will be maintained for one year. Persons interested in future vacancies within this classification must re-apply.  

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-537-3130 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

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.




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