Application Deadline Date: 09/23/2024
Req ID: 50931
Department: Environmental Conservation
Location: Montpelier, VT, US
Position Type: Permanent
Schedule Type: Full Time
Hourly Rate: $35.81
Overview
The Wastewater Management Program provides regulatory oversight of and technical assistance to Vermont’s wastewater treatment facilities and commercial and industrial facilities that discharge to wastewater treatment facilities. The program is one of eight in the Watershed Management Division, which utilizes a holistic, integrated watershed-based approach to managing Vermont’s surface water resources.
We’re looking for an experienced environmental manager to join our team of dedicated and knowledgeable water resource professionals. The Wastewater Program Manager oversees the administrative, regulatory, compliance, planning, and policy work of the Wastewater Management Program, including supervising three sections within the program: Pretreatment, Direct Discharge, and Inspections and Compliance.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of and experience implementing National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) and/or federal pretreatment regulations.
- Knowledge of and experience implementing state water quality standards.
- Knowledge and experience supervising staff or contractors.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and computer skills.
For more information about this position, contact Bethany Sargent, Watershed Management Division Deputy Director, at 802-490-6131 or bethany.sargent@vermont.gov.
Who May Apply
This position, Environmental Program Manager (Job Requisition #50931), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Bethany.Sargent@vermont.gov
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Environmental Factors
Duties are performed primarily in a standard office setting, but with frequent travel to project sites, day or evening meetings, for which private means of transportation may occasionally be necessary, and field inspection and investigations in such locations as along river corridors and development sites. Public speaking and attendance at meetings and hearings is necessary. An incumbent must be able to represent the agency at stressful public meetings where strongly divergent opinions may be expressed.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree or higher in hydrogeology, chemistry, soil science, engineering, environmental studies, law, or public administration AND two (2) years or more at a professional level in an environmental management or regulatory program in a supervisory or administrative capacity.
OR
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, a physical or biological science or other field closely related to environmental conservation AND four (4) years or more at a professional level in an environmental management or regulatory program INCLUDING two (2) years or more in a supervisory or administrative capacity.
Total Compensation
As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it’s more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
- 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
- State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
- Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Low cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
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Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.