License Program Coordinator - Water

The DNREC Resource Protection Section, Compliance and Enforcement Program is responsible for the implementation, compliance, and enforcement of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program and the various Groundwater Discharge permit programs (Spray Irrigation, On Site Treatment and Disposal systems, etc.) including inspection of wastewater and stormwater facilities, routine data review and entry, and follow-up enforcement.  The program also oversees the licensing program associated with these type of facilities and wells.

 

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This position coordinates the Division’s three statewide licensing programs which include Water Well Licensing, Groundwater Discharges Licensing, and Wastewater Operator Certification and Licensing, including the management of over 1,800 licenses and certifications. This position will oversee the newly implemented Electronic Licensing Program. The licensing program works closely with three DNREC Advisory Boards including the Water Well Licensing Board, On-Site Systems Advisory Board, and Board of Certification for Wastewater Operators. These three licensing programs work with the Advisory Boards to develop application forms and examinations, review applications, examine candidates, and recommend granting, renewal, or denial of licenses as well as suspension or revocation of licenses.

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.

• Serves as a panel member in interviewing and selecting licensing staff.  Trains and may supervise licensing staff on new or revised licensing fees, testing, laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
   
• Analyzes, develops, recommends and implements policies, procedures, rules and regulations pertaining to the licensing program(s). Ensures uniformity pertaining to the licensing program(s) statewide.
   
• Analyzes, develops, administers and controls the licensing program(s) budget. Acquires federal grant sources, writes federal grant applications and administers contracts; drafts RFP's and serves on vendor selection committees.
   
• Drafts and recommends proposed legislation pertaining to the program(s). Provides input to federal proposals, national surveys, state legislators; justifies/defends proposed state legislation and federal rulemaking.
   
• May coordinate with unique drivers, employees, state or municipal agencies to resolve unusual licensing/enforcement situations (Medical, Disabled, Emergency operations, etc.).  May sign off on waiver letters allowing drivers to operate vehicles in state of Delaware.
   
• Communicates with the public, industry, law enforcement agencies, Office of Information Systems, state agencies, Chamber of Commerce, unions, trade organizations and  organizations/agencies on a state and national level to exchange information, interpret and explain program(s), laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures, resolve problems, develop uniform standards and future enhancements, etc.
   
• May lay out driving test courses on-site and off-site meeting federal and state requirements.  May devise alternate test courses due to construction, road restrictions, public complaints and failure of test. May develop, recommend and implement methods of rotating test questions and alternative testing/tests for functionally illiterate drivers.  May develop and recommend training resources to afford commercial drivers every opportunity to pass the commercial driver's license testing requirements.
   
• Develops and revises program(s) manuals. May participate in drafting/revising other manuals, tests, legislation and procedures.
   
• Participates with others in analyzing and making recommendations for new enhancements that are feasible and cost-effective to the State such as automated systems.

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

1. Six months experience in budget development which includes developing a budget, analyzing financial data and making long and short range plans and projections.
2. Six months experience in interpreting laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
3. Knowledge of program administration such as overseeing and directing the development, implementation and evaluation of programs and services; planning and establishing short and long range program goals and objectives. Providing advice to other agency organizational units through consultation.
4. Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

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

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

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 StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

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 is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.