PROGRAM MANAGER SENIOR I
Recruitment #26-005482-0023
| Department | MDE - Air and Radiation Administration (ARA) |
|---|---|
| Date Opened | 10/20/2026 4:00:00 PM |
| Filing Deadline | 11/3/2026 5:00:00 PM |
| Salary | $106,087.00 - $167,304.00/year |
| Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
| HR Analyst | Shantasia Baker |
| Work Location |
Baltimore City
|
Introduction
We encourage you to consider an exciting career with the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE). If you are dedicated to protecting and preserving Maryland's air, water, land resources, and safeguarding the health of all its citizens, we invite you to apply and become a part of our team.
MDE is committed to a mission of protecting and restoring the environment for the health and well-being of all Marylanders, with a vision of healthy, vibrant, and sustainable communities and ecosystems throughout the state.
This is a Management Service position that serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.
PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY.
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GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
MDE – Air and Radiation Administration
Air Quality Planning Program
1800 Washington Blvd.
Baltimore, MD 21230
Main Purpose of Job
The Program Manager Senior I will serve as the Manager of the Air Quality Planning Program (AQPP or Program) within the Air and Radiation Administration (ARA) of the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE). The Program Manager Senior I will be responsible for managing the technical and administrative activities of the AQPP, including:
- Directing the AQPP Planning Division duties and responsibilities related to the development of State Implementation Plans (SIPs), required to meet federal National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) under the Clean Air Act;
- Directing the AQPP Regulation Development Division duties and responsibilities related to the development of regulations to meet federal NAAQS, State of Maryland Statutory requirements and other State level initiatives;
- Representing the AQPP at meetings involving external stakeholders, such as other states, Maryland State and local government agencies, private businesses, and environmental groups.
- Coordinating Program responses related to Program activities, laws and regulations, and litigation; and
- Overseeing and managing the personnel, financial, and administrative resources of the AQPP.
- This position will supervise skilled and professional employees assigned to the Program.
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
(6) 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 has the following:
- Possession of a juris doctorate or master’s degree from an accredited college, university, or law school in engineering, environmental sciences, or environmental public policy or other appropriate related degree.
- Experience implementing environmental programs under state and federal laws, including the Clean Air Act.
- Experience managing environmental programs or divisions, including supervision of professional staff and oversight of program or division operations.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your
application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All
information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing
date. We will not consider the information submitted after this date.
Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified and placed
on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.
Application must be completed. Do not leave the work experience section
blank. Do not cut and paste resume or answer see resume. All
supplemental questions must be answered thoroughly. Incomplete or one-word
answers, such as "yes, " will result in no credit for those
responses.
Should you possess a bachelor's/master’s degree from a college or
university outside of the United States, you must have your educational
credentials evaluated by an approved education review service. This
evaluation must be submitted prior to hire. For further information, you may
call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. at 302-737-8715 or World
Education Services Inc. at 1-800-932-3897 or 202-331-2925.
You must be legally authorized under the United States Immigration Reform
and Control Act to be hired in the position for which you apply.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
BENEFITS
The State of Maryland offers a generous benefits package that includes:
Flexible work schedules and telework opportunities for many positions
Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis
Generous paid leave that increases with years of service
Paid holidays
Health coverage with low out-of-pocket costs
Employee & employer contributory pension plan
Click on the link below for more information.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
It is highly preferred that you apply online. If you are unable to apply
online, you may submit the State paper application and supplemental
questionnaire (by the closing date) to Shantasia.baker1@maryland.gov or mail
to:
Maryland Department of the Environment
OHR - Recruitment and Examination Division
1800 Washington Blvd.
Baltimore MD 21230
Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing the application.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Shantasia Baker at 410-537-3808. If you have difficulties submitting your online application, please contact the Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.
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. MDE is
dedicated to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We
strive to cultivate an inclusive environment where differences are celebrated.
Click on a link below to apply for this position:
| Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. | Apply Online |
| View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. | This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here. |
| Apply via Paper Application. | You may also download and complete the Paper Application here. |



