Recycling, Education, and Quality Mgmt Chief

Recycling, Education, and Quality Mgmt Chief

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) : Our mission is to implement federal and state regulations to protect human health and the environment while allowing the environmentally sound operations of industrial, agricultural, commercial, and governmental activities vital to a prosperous economy. We issue air, water, and solid and hazardous waste permits that restrict discharges to environmentally safe levels. Staff members inspect and monitor regulated entities; provide compliance and technical assistance; monitor and assess air, land, and water quality; use enforcement actions as necessary to ensure compliance; and respond to incidents involving spills to soil or waters of the state.

Role Overview : This position manages the Recycling, Education and Quality Assurance Section in the Office of Program Support (OPS). This position coordinates the development and implementation of IDEM's Quality Management Plan and associated quality assurance activities. This position performs duties of coordinating and assisting in the editing, research, development and review of agency policies, and standard operating procedures. This position also manages the Recycling Marketing Development Program, Community Recycling Grant Program, and the E-Cycle program. This position also has oversight of the agency's environmental education initiatives, agency metrics reporting, and recycling data analysis and reporting. Lastly, this position coordinates the agency's Environmental Performance Partnership Agreement with USEPA.

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Salary Statement : The salary for this position traditionally starts at $75,010.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

A Day in the Life : The essential functions of this role are as follows :

Makes major contributions to the success of environmental programs in the state by developing the methods and procedures for meeting section goals.

Plans the activities of the section to meet expected work production including daily workflow as well as long- and short-term goals.

Interprets rules and policies used by the section.

Ensures all EPA grant and reporting requirements are met.

Reviews work of section staff and directs activities to ensure quality, accuracy and conformance with applicable rules, laws, regulations, agency policies / goals and section objectives.

Represents the agency in meetings with external customers including applicants, local government, consultants, and the general public.

Provides effective communication to the public, other sections, offices and agencies to ensure a broad understanding of the goals and activities of the section.

Prepares section budget justification and recommendations.

Provides written and verbal instructions to subordinates concerning technical and administrative information or changes.

Provides guidance and assistance to staff ensuring they are properly trained.

Provides technical support for policy and rule development.

Refers issues to enforcement section, other programs, or agencies when deemed appropriate.

Recruits, selects, onboards, and trains employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development.

Sets expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and / or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

What You'll Need for Success : You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment :

a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Chemistry, Biology, Geology, Public Health or a related field.

Seven (7) years of professional experience in an environmental science related field. At least two (2) years of the required experience must be in an administrative, leadership, managerial, or supervisory capacity.

Substitutions : Accredited college training may substitute for the required experience, except for the administrative, leadership, managerial, or supervisory experience, with a maximum substitution of four (4) years.

Thorough and extensive knowledge of theories, practices and principles of Environmental Management and related areas.

Working knowledge and application of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety practices and procedures.

Thorough knowledge of theories, practices, and principals of physical sciences (chemistry, biology, physics) as they relate to program area.

Thorough knowledge of federal and state regulations as they apply to program area and the ability to apply these in a variety of conditions and situations.

Ability to establish long- and short-term project management goals and objectives.

Ability to effectively interact with local, state, and federal groups and government representatives orally and in writing.

Ability to coordinate a work unit, reviewing and evaluating technical reports and data of staff.

Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.

Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.

Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities / Direct Reports : This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana : The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes :

Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

Wellness Rewards Program : Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match

Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to : 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers; up to 15 hours of paid community service leave; combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off; 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years; Education Reimbursement Program; Group life insurance; Referral Bonus program; Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits; Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program; Free Parking for most positions; Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity : The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.