Water Protection and Land Reuse
Recruitment #180918-3400MP-002
Location |
Hartford, CT
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Date Opened | 9/19/2018 08:00:00 AM |
Salary | $97,648* - $133,153/year (*For New State Employee) |
Job Type | Open to the Public |
Close Date | 10/3/2018 11:59:00 PM |
At the Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP), we are dedicated to conserving, improving and protecting our natural resources and the environment- and increasing the availability of cheaper, cleaner and more reliable energy.
Within the Bureau of Water Protection & Land Reuse (WPLR), our mission is to work together for the restoration, protection and conservation of Connecticut’s water and land resources for current and future generations. With this goal in mind, WPLR is currently looking for an Assistant Division Director, Land and Water Resources Division at our downtown Hartford Office, located at 79 Elm Street, across from historical Bushnell Park.
The Land & Water Resources Division (LWRD) oversees a diverse portfolio of environmental resource objectives focused on restoring, protecting, and managing uses of inland wetlands and watercourses, Connecticut’s coastal area, the waters and tidal wetlands of Long Island Sound, and the floodplain areas of the state’s inland and coastal waterways. Through state regulatory programs, LWRD governs activities in coastal water and tidal wetlands, state agency activities in inland wetlands and state agency activities and state investments in flood prone areas. We work with municipalities, state and federal agencies and other partners to protect and restore wetlands, water habitats, and aquifers; enhance resilience and reduce risks to life, property and habitats in vulnerable areas; and enhance opportunities for public access.
This is a fulltime, forty (40) hours per week, Monday-Friday, position.
The position affords a dedicated and experienced environmental manager committed to public service and environmental protection an exciting opportunity. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced workplace with a talented and committed group of professionals.
Applicants must include a resume within the "Resume Tab" of their application. Questions about the required documents should be directed to the hiring agency's human resources office: DEEP.HumanResources@ct.gov, (860)424-3006.
Assists in direction of staff and operations of division; determines priorities, coordinates plans and manages activities; assists in formulating program goals and objectives and ensures implementation of same; assists in development of related policy, goals and objectives; interprets and administers pertinent laws and regulations; evaluates staff performance; provides or directs staff training and development; assists in preparation of division budget; prepares and/or oversees preparation of reports and correspondence; performs public relations tasks; oversees special projects; serves as director in his/her absence; establishes and maintains contacts with individuals both within and outside of division who might impact on program activities; performs related duties as required.
Specific responsibilities will include but not be limited to: |
Day to day management responsibility for the Regulatory & Enforcement Section within the Land & Water Resources Division, including: |
· Assists in direction of staff and operations of the section; |
· Determines priorities, coordinates plans and manages activities; |
· Assists in formulating program policies, goals and objectives and ensures implementation of same by balancing competing priorities to efficiently use available resources; |
· Prepares or directs the development of office implementation plans for achieving goals and objectives utilizing innovative approaches; |
· Builds and provides the mentoring necessary to develop and expand staff capacity at all levels; |
· Reviews and evaluates effectiveness of established or proposed policies and/or programs assessing options and developing recommendations for improvement; |
· Interprets and administers pertinent laws and regulations; |
· Evaluates staff performance; |
· Provides or directs staff training and development; |
· Assists in preparation of division budget; |
· Prepares and/or oversees preparation of reports and correspondence; |
· Oversees special projects; |
· Represent Connecticut on the local, state, regional and national level; |
· May serves as director in his/her absence; |
· Coordinates with partners as appropriate, including technical consultation to local, regional, state and federal officials; and non-governmental organizations and constituent groups; |
· Builds and provides the mentoring necessary to develop and expand staff capacity at all levels, with a focus on managing change and succession planning. |
Preferred Candidate Criteria: |
· Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with environmental protection principles and regulatory programs, especially pertaining to land use, water resources, wetlands, floodplains and coastal resources; |
· Demonstrated public, written and interpersonal communication and negotiation skills, including ability to interact productively with the regulated community; |
· Ability to apply relevant state and federal laws, regulations, policies and procedures to diverse situations; |
· Experience implementing regulatory programs and demonstrated ability to exercise critical thinking, coordinate programs, drive improvement and make sound decisions; |
· Demonstrated leadership and personnel management skills including experience leading a highly skilled technical workforce, managing productivity, adapting to a changing workplace and resource constraints, and identifying and addressing issues and opportunities. |
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.