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PROGRAM MANAGER IV

Deputy Program Manager - Lead Poisoning Prevention

Recruitment #23-005479-0011

Introduction

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, as well as opportunity 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, supplemental retirement options (i.e., 401k, 457b etc.).

GRADE

22

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Department of the Environment
Land and Materials Administration
Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
1800 Washington Blvd. 
Baltimore MD  21230

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this position is to serve as the Deputy Program Manager of the Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (LPPP). This position is directly related to MDE's mission to protect and restore the environment for the health and well-being of all Marylanders. The incumbent in this position, working collectively with the Program Manager, is responsible for leading and managing the program, which involves the development of policy, strategic planning, and coordination with other State agencies, and Baltimore City.  The Deputy Program Manager is also responsible for the direct supervision and providing technical guidance to four divisions within the program consisting of technical supervisors, and other skilled and administrative staff. The Deputy Program Manager assists with the management of a $6.3 million budget. This is a management service position that will serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university that includes 30 credits in engineering, biological, environmental, physical sciences or other appropriate technical education, or possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Environmental Law or Environmental Public Policy or other appropriate related degree.

EXPERIENCE: Six years of experience supervising a professional staff in an environmental field or experience as an environmental project manager including assigning tasks, setting priorities, and reviewing work products.

NOTES:
1.  Professional or scientific experience related to natural resources, environment or public health may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for education. 
2.  Registration as a Professional Engineer may be substituted for the required education.
3.  One additional year of experience in professional scientific, natural resources, or environmental or public health may be substituted for the 30 specialized academic credits.


DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

It is preferred that the selected candidate have a bachelor’s degree or higher in the following disciplines:
  • Public Health
  • Business Administration
  • Health Policy and Management
  • Healthcare Administration
  • Public Policy

It is also preferred that the selected candidate have experience in the following:

  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Strong computer skills with a proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.
  • Experience generating reports.
  • Experience with grant writing.
  • Experience drafting Memoranda of Understandings (MOUs) and Memoranda of Agreements (MOAs).
  • Experience with reviewing legislation and drafting programmatic impact statements.
  • Familiarity with legal proceedings and/or actions.
  • Must be detailed oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
  • Prior experience with supervising a program of technical and administrative personnel.
  • Willingness to work as a team member; and
  • Experience providing service to customers in a professional setting which must have included personal interaction with members of the general public or other customers.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training, and experience as they relate to the requirements of this position. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be placed on the Eligible List categorized as QUALIFIED. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.  Please report all related education, experience, dates, and hours of work.  Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable.  Please note that you will be required by the appointing agency to provide proof upon hire of all certifications, licenses, educational and work experiences.

For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).
 
Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date.  Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.  Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. 
 
Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year.  The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

All Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration and Reform Control Act. 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.

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

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to MDE, Recruitment and Selection Division, 1800 Washington Blvd., Baltimore MD 21230. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.  If you are unable to upload, please email the requested information to Olivia Finley at Olivia.finley@maryland.gov. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time. Please reference #23-005479-0011. 

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Olivia Finley at 410-537-3100.  If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.  

This is a position specific position for the Maryland Department of the Environment. The resulting certified eligible list will be maintained for one year. Persons interested in future vacancies within this classification must re-apply.  

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-537-3130 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

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.




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