Salary
$46.33 – $74.12 Hourly
$96,358 – $154,173 Annually
This position is a Pay Band C12
Posting Details
Department Name: Water Protection Division
Program Area: Ground Water Quality Bureau
Looking for a rewarding career and growth opportunity? The New Mexico Environment Department (NMENV) is seeking highly engaged talent to assist us in our mission to protect and restore the environment and foster a healthy and prosperous New Mexico for present and future generations. Come be a part of our great team for change! Learn more at: https://www.env.nm.gov/
As a valued new employee to the NMENV, you will receive five (5) full days of leave in your leave balances right from your start date.
NMED participates in E-Verify and will verify employment eligibility upon hire.
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.
Why does the job exist?
This position ensures consistency and timely agency action regarding domestic and municipal wastewater related discharge permits issued pursuant to New Mexico¿s Ground and Surface Water Protection regulations (20.6.2 NMAC). The position directly supervises 3 to 5 technical staff, serves as a highly specialized technical position within the bureau regarding major domestic wastewater issues, guides bureau staff in processing domestic wastewater discharge permit applications for major domestic wastewater facilities, and manages a limited caseload of permits.
How does it get done?
– Improve program effectiveness through positive personnel management utilizing personal technical expertise
– Oversee 3-5 technical staff deliverables e.g., program applications, inspections, and water quality analysis
– Oversees and monitors permittees to ensure compliance with permit conditions
– Coordinates work with other water resource professionals including any relevant local, state, and federal agencies
– Ensures the work of the team is performed in accordance with overall management objectives
– Promote clear communication, ensures adherence to administrative procedures and program objectives, and contributes to initiatives that improve program performance and operational efficiency
– Collaborate with internal staff, contractors, regulatory agencies, and the regulated community to provide technical guidance, resolve project issues, and support effective project implementation
Who are the customers?
– New Mexicans to protect and restore the environment
– Occasional contact with external Federal, State and Local regulatory bodies as well as contractors and environmental not for profit organizations
– Internal staff
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have experience in the following:
– Domestic and municipal wastewater treatment and operations
– Evaluating groundwater hydrology, with pertinent or similar regulatory
– Personnel management skills capable of creating and maintaining a cadre of motivated and competent program staff
– Displaying strong leadership, organization and project management skills
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor’s Degree in a related Water Resources discipline (Agriculture Science, Hydrology, Geology, Environmental Science, Water Resources, Watershed Management, Physics, Biology, Natural Science, Physical Science, Life Science, Biology, Chemistry, Geography Forestry/Forest Science, Conservation Science, Wildlife Science, Emergency Management, or Engineering) and six (6) years of relevant experience. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling ten (10) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification within six (6) months of date of hire as a condition of continued employment.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage under sometimes stressful situations as well as outside of the office. Some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Infrequent travel is required. Some exposure to seasonal weather conditions in the field and potential exposure to hazardous and/or radioactive waste.
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Agency Contact Information: Justin Ball, (505) 231-3773 or Email
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Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining unit.
