Salary
$53.27 – $85.24 Hourly
$110,812 – $177,299 Annually
This position is a Pay Band C13
Posting Details
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date
Department Name: Water Protection Division
Program Area: Ground Water Quality Bureau
Looking for a rewarding career and growth opportunity? The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) 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 NMED, you will receive five (5) full days of leave in your leave.
NMED participates in E-Verify and will verify employment eligibility upon hire
Why does the job exist?
The purpose of this position is to be the Program Manager of the Mining Environmental Compliance Section of the Ground Water Quality Bureau and is responsible for ensuring consistency and timely agency actions regarding the processing of discharge permit applications and associated tasks.
This position exists to protect New Mexico’s water quality by providing technical and regulatory leadership for mine-site discharge permitting and groundwater pollution abatement. Working under the New Mexico Water Quality Act, 20.6.2 NMAC, and 20.6.7 NMAC, the position supports effective, consistent oversight of mining operations and represents NMED on water quality matters. It also guides program improvements and leads a team of technical staff supervisors
How does it get done?
-Program administration and planning: Ensure that program administrative procedures are followed, that program objectives are met, and that special projects to improve program effectiveness are identified and implemented. Follow applicable Bureau and Department policies and requirements for timekeeping, federal grant reporting, training, leave and other applicable matters.
– Supervising staff: Provide technical and administrative supervision of bureau staff through positive and progressive leadership and personnel management; exhibit a willingness and ability to identify individual employees’ strengths and weaknesses; and oversee staff’s professional development. Develop policies, Standard Operating Procedures and other guidance documents for staff and the regulated community.
– Discharge permit and abatement processing and/or prioritizing of staff processes: Respond to Notices of Intent and issue discharge permits in a manner that is consistent with the Water Quality Act, Water Quality Control Commission regulations and policies, and is protective of ground water quality. Products must be technically sound, well-written, clear and concise. Technical and regulatory complexity of assigned discharge permits will increase commensurate with position classification.
– Providing technical testimony and reviewing data: Prepare written testimony for permit and rule hearings by applying technical knowledge and consulting applicable rules/regulations and statutes; Review staff documents and permittee reports for technical accuracy and compliance with regulations. Exercise good judgment and take effective actions and resolve complex issues.
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:
– Regulatory oversight
– Project management
– Grants and Cooperative Agreement
– Supervision and mentoring of staff
– Providing critical review and written comments on technical water resource documents
– Understanding of mining operations and reclamation plans
– Writing and verbal skills
– Work collaboratively with existing staff and project partners
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 eight (8) years of relevant experience, six (6) years of which must be in a supervisory role. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling twelve (12) 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 as a condition of continued employment.
Working Conditions
Work is performed under exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) with extensive personal computer and cell phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending, and reaching may be required. Travel in-state and possibly out of state will be required, including overnight stays. The ability to lift and carry 25 pounds and to walk on uneven ground surfaces is required.
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Agency Contact Information: Justin Ball (505)231-3773 or Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining unit.
