POSITION TITLE: Senior Environmental Manager
Hiring Organization/Employer: INDOT
Application Deadline: Until Filled
Education Required: Bachelors
Location: Fort Wayne, IN
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Description:
The Environmental Supervisor acts as a technical and administrative supervisor responsible for the management of in-house environmental personnel, establishment of section goals and planning methods to attain said goals, and technical review/support to the entire Fort Wayne District.
As the environmental technical authority for the Fort Wayne District, the core responsibilities of this position are to lead and manage the District Environmental team and provide guidance to other District Departments as needed. This position significantly impacts the district’s ability to successfully meet Agency objectives as it is responsible for the assignment, prioritization, preparation, and oversight of environmental work activities
in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). In addition, the Environmental Supervisor acts as the district section representative to internal and external partners, including consultants, local entities, INDOT project managers, other internal INDOT sections, and external Agencies. As such, the Environmental Manager is responsible for maintaining a current understanding of environmentally related technical and administrative material and providing staff with proper training to enable timely and quality production.
Compensation & Benefits:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $75,010.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
Free LinkedIn Learning access
Responsibilities:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
Makes major contributions to the success of environmental programs in the state by developing the methods and procedures for meeting section goals.
Plans the activities of the section to meet expected work production including daily workflow as well as long- and short-term goals.
Interprets rules and policies used by the section.
Ensures all EPA grant and reporting requirements are met, Reviews work of section staff and directs activities to ensure quality, accuracy and conformance with applicable rules, laws, regulations, agency policies/goals and section objectives.
Represents the agency in meetings with external customers including applicants, local government, consultants, and the general public.
Provides effective communication to the public, other sections, offices and agencies to ensure a broad understanding of the goals and activities of the section.
Prepares section budget justification and recommendations.
Provides written and verbal instructions to subordinates concerning technical and administrative information or changes.
Provides guidance and assistance to staff ensuring they are properly trained.
Provides technical support for policy and rule development.
Refers issues to enforcement section, other programs, or agencies when deemed appropriate.
Recruits, selects, onboards, and trains employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development.
Sets expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.
The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary
Preferred Qualifications:
Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:
Thorough and extensive knowledge of theories, practices and principles of Environmental Management and related areas. Working knowledge and application of the Occupational Safety and Health
Thorough knowledge of theories, practices, and principals of physical sciences (chemistry, biology, physics) as they relate to program area.
Thorough knowledge of federal and state regulations as they apply to program area and the ability to apply these in a variety of conditions and situations.
Ability to establish long- and short-term project management goals and objectives.
Ability to effectively interact with local, state, and federal groups and government representatives orally and in writing.
Ability to coordinate a work unit, reviewing and evaluating technical reports and data of staff.
Administration (OSHA) safety practices and procedures.
Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.
a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Chemistry, Biology, Geology, Public Health or a related field with at least 7 years of professional experience in an environmental science related field required. At least 2 years of the required experience must be in an administrative, leadership, managerial, or supervisory capacity.
Accredited college training may substitute for the required experience, except for the administrative, leadership, managerial, or supervisory experience, with a maximum substitution of four (4) years.
Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
How to Apply:
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov