Environmental Program Manager II

 

The Coastal Section of the Division of Climate, Coastal, & Energy serves as the Department’s research, education, and policy lead for coastal and ocean issues.  It helps manage Delaware’s coastal zone and balance the use and protection of its resources.

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This position is responsible for all aspects of managing coastal and estuarine related programs including the Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve.  This position will lead a multi-disciplinary staff of professionals with expertise in coastal ecology, natural resource management, research and laboratory facilities operations, interdisciplinary curriculum development, natural resource education and outreach.  This position works with partners to develop and implement programming that addresses local, statewide, and national needs through scientific research and educational programs related to coastal and estuary resources, and ensures that long-term objectives and strategies are collaboratively developed and implemented consistent with management goals and federal/state regulations.  This position will supervise technical program staff.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Plans, coordinates and oversees program implementation.
   
• Provides technical direction and oversight for subordinates.
   
• Recommends and drafts laws, rules and regulations applicable to assigned program areas.
   
• Drafts grant applications and budget proposals; may participate in other specialized fiscal activities.
   
• Manages staff personnel matters such as training, performance evaluation, hiring interviews, and making hiring recommendations.
   
• Plans, coordinates and conducts meetings and workshops with other agencies and the private sector.

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Environmental Program Manager II
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

1. Possession of a Bachelors degree or higher in Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Physics, Engineering, Environmental Science or related field. 
2. Six months experience in environmental/natural resources program administration which includes overseeing and directing the development, implementation and evaluation of environmental/natural resource programs and services; establishes program objectives; plan short and long range program goals; develop and implement program policies and procedures and ensures compliance and funding requirements. Provides advice to other agency organizational units through consultation. 
3. Three years experience in analyzing and evaluating data.
4. Three years experience in interpreting environmental laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.
5. Six months experience in staff supervision which includes planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.  DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.

As a condition of hire you must possess a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

Criminal background check:  A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.  The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.    

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at www.delawarestatejobs.com.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.  The State of Delaware – An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.