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ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM MANAGER I (DIVISION CHIEF)

Recruitment #24-000661-0001

Introduction

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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 helping the environment for all Marylanders, please apply to become part of MDE’s workforce.  MDE offers competitive pay, great benefits, opportunities to telework, as well as opportunities for advancement and professional growth – MDE offers you a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e., vacation, sick leave), state pension, and supplemental retirement options (i.e., 401k, 457b etc.). MDE headquarters facility offers free parking, a food court, and a gym.

GRADE

20

LOCATION OF POSITION

Land and Materials Administration 

Lead Accreditation & Oversight Division   

1800 Washington Blvd.

Baltimore, MD  21230

Main Purpose of Job

The Environmental Program Manager I is responsible for managing and overseeing the functions of the Lead Accreditation and Oversight Division of the Lead Poisoning Prevention Program. This division is responsible for the enforcement of the provisions pursuant to The Environment Article Title 6, Subtitle 10 and all associated regulations including:

  • COMAR 26.16.02 "Reduction of Lead Risk in Housing" 
  • COMAR 26.16.01 "Accreditation and Training for Lead Paint Abatement Services"  
  • COMAR 26.16.05 "Accreditation Protocol Regulations" 
  • COMAR 26.02.07 "Procedures for Abating Lead Containing Substances from Buildings" 

During the 2012 Maryland Legislative Session, HB 644 was passed to further reduce the incidence of childhood lead poisoning.  HB 644 was a multi component bill.  One of the components amends the Environmental Article Title 6, Subtitle 10, Accreditation of Lead Paint Abatement Services, to expand the definition of abatement to include renovation, repair, and painting (RRP) of leaded surfaces in a residential, public or commercial building built before 1978.  It also gives the Department the authority to adopt regulations to carry out the provisions, including the accreditation of lead paint contractors and inspectors. This became effective on June 1, 2012.  The potential impact would affect MDE in two significant ways. One way would be the number of currently accredited lead paint service providers and the universe of properties it regulates, and the second way would include the regulated community assigned to the Lead Compliance and Accreditation Division to include owners, lead paint abatement service providers, and inspectors and contractors.   

The incumbent in this position will be required to 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:   A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university including 30 credit hours in engineering or the biological, environmental or physical sciences.

Experience: Three years of experience supervising a professional staff or as a project supervisor in the General field of work.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute additional experience in engineering, public administration or law as related to environmental health on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

2. Applicants may substitute registration as an Environmental Sanitarian or as a Professional Engineer for the required education.

3. Applicants may substitute one additional year of experience in engineering, public administration or law related to environmental health for the 30 credit hours of required education.

4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience at a rank of Corporal/Petty Officer or higher as a commissioned officer in Environmental Engineering and Natural Resources classifications or Environmental Engineering and Natural Resources specialty codes in the Engineering, Natural Resources and Science field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required education and experience.

 

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

It is preferred that the selected candidate for the Environmental Program Manager position has the following:

  • Experience supervising or leading an environmental staff or project. 
  • Experience overseeing regulatory compliance and enforcement work or cases. 
  • Experience in lead poisoning compliance and enforcement activities. 
  • Experience working with the Office of the Attorney General. 
  • Experience in accreditation of lead inspectors, training of lead poisoning inspectors, monitoring lead abatement projects and issuing lead-free certificates. 
  • Experience with EPA's grant reporting and data programs including, TSCA and Compliance History Online (ECHO). 
  • Attention to detail and highly effective organization skills including the ability to manage diverse staff (technical/administrative). 
  • Proficiency in the use of various computer software applications such as Windows (Word, Excel, Power Point) and Google applications. 
  • Strong problem-solving skills.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Candidates appointed to positions in these classifications 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.

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 Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

RESUMES ARE NOT ACCEPTED AND ARE NOT CONSIDERED IN THE SELECTION PROCESS.

 

All information concerning the qualifications, including any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certificate, etc.) must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered.

 

Should you possess a bachelor's/master’s 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.


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 in order to be hired in the position for which you applied.  


The Maryland Department of the Environment has determined that this classification necessitates the investigation and background check of the eligible individual for purposes of verification of suitability for employment.  When appropriate and job-related, areas of investigation may include, but are not limited to employment history, academic credentials, military records, criminal records, and personal references.  Continued employment in this position will be contingent upon the results of the background investigation. 



 

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

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 olivia.sterrett@maryland.gov or mail to:

 

Maryland Department of the Environment

OHR - Recruitment and Examination Division

1800 Washington Blvd.

Baltimore MD 21230

 

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Olivia Sterrett at 410-537-3105. 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.




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