Nature of Work

Examples of Duties

• Researches, develops, and implements policies, programs and procedures concerning efficiency and innovation.
• Writes, maintains, prepares and analyzes reports and other data related to efficiency efforts
• Develops, analyzes and tracks performance improvement measures.
• Supports the energy and resource management plan and goals.
• Markets efficiency programs and initiatives to the citizens and businesses of the County.
• Facilitates an efficiency education outreach program.
• Contributes to the creation of a culture of innovation.
• Provides assistance to the incorporated municipalities to develop efficiency efforts.
• Participates and represents the Administration on various local, State and Federal committees/boards related to efficiency and innovation.
• Prepares and manages division budget.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration and the functions stated under "Nature of Work";
• Possession of advanced research, writing, and editing skills;
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written;
• Skills and ability to express planning ideas and processes;
• Ability to direct, coordinate and manage the work of others;
• Ability to critically evaluate the work of others;
• Ability to work independently; exercise sound professional judgment;
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, sit or stand depending upon assignment;
• Ability to drive a vehicle while carrying out some assignments.
  EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
• Possession of a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Public Administration, Public Policy or a closely related field.
• Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in planning, research, development or analysis including three years (3) in a managerial supervisory capacity.
  CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE:
• Possession of a valid Class "C" non-commercial driver's license with no more than three (3) points. Please be advised this position requires a valid driver's license. Your application will not be considered if you fail to include the full driver's license number on the electronic application.
  SAFETY:
• Must comply with all Federal (OSHA), State of Maryland (MOSH), safety regulations and applicable Harford County safety policies, procedures, or manual as required for this position.