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Program Manager II (SWM Inspections), Grade N25
$76k-107k (estimate)
Full Time
2 Weeks Ago
Montgomery County Government is Hiring a Program Manager II (SWM Inspections), Grade N25 Near Wheaton, MD
Job Description CLOSING DATE:JULY 8, 2024 The mission of the Department of Environmental Protection (D EP) is to enhance the quality of life in our community by protecting and improving Montgomery County's air, water, and land in a sustainable, innovative, inclusive, and industry-leading way while fostering smart growth, a thriving more sustainable economy and healthy communities.DEP is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and values diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures. DEP encourages BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), immigrants, women, LGBTQIA , individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.
DEP is seeking an experienced Program Manager II professional to manage a compliance, inspection and enforcement program to ensure that stormwater management (SWM) Best Management Practices (BMPs) are functioning properly in accordance with State and local laws.The position will primarily focus on the maintenance of privately owned stormwater management BMPs.The position resides in the Stormwater BMP Inspection and Maintenance Section within the Watershed Restoration Division.
The successful candidate will manage all aspects of the privately owned SWM facility inspection and compliance program to ensure that the facilities are functioning properly to protect water quality and comply with State and local stormwater management laws and regulations. Duties will include supervising inspection, overseeing a successful compliance program, ensuring appropriate and accurate field inspection documentation, developing unit policies and procedures, and assisting in tracking and reporting program indicators.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
The candidate should have experience managing technical and non-technical staff performing field operations, and the ability to interact with the public, staff within DEP and other governmental agencies, contractors, elected officials and/or their staff on SWM facility inspection and maintenance complaints, facility transfer issues, enforcement actions and other related technical issues.
The candidate should have knowledge of contracting procedures; program development, implementation, management and evaluation; as well as knowledge of data management, database systems and applications, including Geographical Information Systems.
The successful candidate must have the ability to work in a collaborative environment within a large organization with multiple, and often conflicting, priorities, and have excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills. The successful candidate should have demonstrated ability to deal tactfully, effectively, and equitably with the public.
This position requires possession of a valid driver's license and the ability to drive a County vehicle to attend meetings, conduct site visits for inspections and investigations, and perform other work at locations throughout Montgomery County not readily accessible by public transit. This position will also serve as the Deputy Dam Administrator in the case of activation of the Dam Emergency Action Plan during significant rainfall events, which will require the ability to drive to high or significant hazard dams in the county.
This position involves field work, including walking long distances over uneven terrain, climbing ladders, and the ability to lift 50 pounds. The position may also be required to work in adverse weather conditions during severe weather events as required to inspect and monitor dams and water impoundments.
Occasional evening or weekend work outside of normal business hours may be required.
As a manager/supervisor of unionized employees, this position has a responsibility for fostering a positive labor relations environment based on mutual trust, respect, and cooperation.
To ensure a positive workplace and to comply with federal, state and County laws, the incumbent is responsible for completing mandatory trainings within the first three to six months or within the specified timeframe.
For information about Montgomery County Government’s comprehensive benefits package, please visit the MCG Total Rewards webpage and check out our competitive benefits!
Additional Employment Information
OHR reviews the minimum qualifications of all applicants, irrespective of whether the candidate has previously been found to have met the minimum requirements for the job or been temporarily promoted to the same position. This evaluation is based solely on the information contained in the application/resume submitted for this specific position/IRC.
Montgomery County Government is an equal opportunity employer, committed to workforce diversity. Accordingly, as it relates to employment opportunities, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, in accordance with the law. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources via email to OHR@montgomerycountymd.gov . Individual determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with all applicable laws.
Montgomery County Government also provides hiring preference to certain categories of veterans and veterans/persons with a disability. For more information and to claim employment preference, please refer to the Careers webpage on Hiring Preference .
All applicants will respond to a series of questions related to their education, relevant experience, knowledge, skills and abilities required to minimally perform the job. The applicant's responses in conjunction with their resume and all other information provided in the employment application process will be evaluated to determine the minimum qualifications and preferred criteria status. Based on the results, the highest qualified applicants will be placed on an Eligible List and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are the same grade will be placed on Eligible List as a "Lateral Transfer" candidate and may be considered for interview.
If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.
Montgomery County Ethics Law: Except as provided by law or regulation, the County's "Public Employees" (which does not include employees of the Sheriff's office) are subject to the County's ethics law including the requirements to obtain advanced approval of any outside employment and the prohibitions on certain outside employment. The outside employment requirements of the ethics law can be found at 19A-12 of the County Code . Additional information about outside employment can be obtained from the Ethics Commission website.
Minimum Qualifications Experience : Thorough five (5) years professional experience in environmental programs related to stormwater management and stormwater management inspection programs or other environmental inspection programs. Supervisory experience is required.
Education :Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree.
Equivalency :An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
License :Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class “C” (or equivalent) driver’s license from the applicant's state of residence.
Preferred Criteria There are NO Preferred Criteria Assessments . All Applicants will be reviewed by the Office of Human Resources (OHR) for minimum qualifications. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be rated “Qualified”, placed on the eligible list, and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications of the same grade or higher will be placed on the Eligible List as a “Transfer” candidate and may be considered for an interview.
Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following.Please address this information in a separate section of the resume.
Minimum Salary 75368
Maximum Salary 120947
Currency USD
DEP is seeking an experienced Program Manager II professional to manage a compliance, inspection and enforcement program to ensure that stormwater management (SWM) Best Management Practices (BMPs) are functioning properly in accordance with State and local laws.The position will primarily focus on the maintenance of privately owned stormwater management BMPs.The position resides in the Stormwater BMP Inspection and Maintenance Section within the Watershed Restoration Division.
The successful candidate will manage all aspects of the privately owned SWM facility inspection and compliance program to ensure that the facilities are functioning properly to protect water quality and comply with State and local stormwater management laws and regulations. Duties will include supervising inspection, overseeing a successful compliance program, ensuring appropriate and accurate field inspection documentation, developing unit policies and procedures, and assisting in tracking and reporting program indicators.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Managing the Department of Environmental Protection’s Stormwater Management Inspection and Compliance program to ensure that all privately owned and operated SWM BMPs under County jurisdiction are maintained and functioning properly and comply with State and local stormwater management laws and regulations and the County’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4 permit).Overseeing a successful compliance program through coordination with County and State agencies, DEP inspection and engineering staff, property owners and their representatives, and the County Attorney’s Office.
- Managing a compliance and enforcement program including development of compliance policies and procedures, complaint tracking and resolution, and issuance of enforcement notices and actions.Assisting in the research of property ownership, easements and covenants, and maintenance agreement issues.Providing outreach and education to property owners and their representatives to achieve voluntary compliance wherever possible and practical.
- Developing inspection procedures and protocols and assessing unit effectiveness and making recommendations for improved efficiencies.Developing and tracking program metrics, including compliance rate, and number of enforcement actions. Ensuring QA/QC of field reports and database entries.
- Coordinating with the Department of Permitting Services on SWM design and construction issues which effect proper maintenance and functioning of SWM facilities.Coordinating data sharing activities with County agencies for mutual support of drainage infrastructure and participating in DEP/DPS/DOT policy coordination committees.
- Serving as a Deputy Dam Administrator for DEP maintained significant and high hazard dams, working with the County’s Dam Administrator to prepare and finalize annual Emergency Action Plans, and participating in emergency response associated with dam safety during major storm events.
The candidate should have experience managing technical and non-technical staff performing field operations, and the ability to interact with the public, staff within DEP and other governmental agencies, contractors, elected officials and/or their staff on SWM facility inspection and maintenance complaints, facility transfer issues, enforcement actions and other related technical issues.
The candidate should have knowledge of contracting procedures; program development, implementation, management and evaluation; as well as knowledge of data management, database systems and applications, including Geographical Information Systems.
The successful candidate must have the ability to work in a collaborative environment within a large organization with multiple, and often conflicting, priorities, and have excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills. The successful candidate should have demonstrated ability to deal tactfully, effectively, and equitably with the public.
This position requires possession of a valid driver's license and the ability to drive a County vehicle to attend meetings, conduct site visits for inspections and investigations, and perform other work at locations throughout Montgomery County not readily accessible by public transit. This position will also serve as the Deputy Dam Administrator in the case of activation of the Dam Emergency Action Plan during significant rainfall events, which will require the ability to drive to high or significant hazard dams in the county.
This position involves field work, including walking long distances over uneven terrain, climbing ladders, and the ability to lift 50 pounds. The position may also be required to work in adverse weather conditions during severe weather events as required to inspect and monitor dams and water impoundments.
Occasional evening or weekend work outside of normal business hours may be required.
As a manager/supervisor of unionized employees, this position has a responsibility for fostering a positive labor relations environment based on mutual trust, respect, and cooperation.
To ensure a positive workplace and to comply with federal, state and County laws, the incumbent is responsible for completing mandatory trainings within the first three to six months or within the specified timeframe.
For information about Montgomery County Government’s comprehensive benefits package, please visit the MCG Total Rewards webpage and check out our competitive benefits!
Additional Employment Information
OHR reviews the minimum qualifications of all applicants, irrespective of whether the candidate has previously been found to have met the minimum requirements for the job or been temporarily promoted to the same position. This evaluation is based solely on the information contained in the application/resume submitted for this specific position/IRC.
Montgomery County Government is an equal opportunity employer, committed to workforce diversity. Accordingly, as it relates to employment opportunities, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, in accordance with the law. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources via email to OHR@montgomerycountymd.gov . Individual determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with all applicable laws.
Montgomery County Government also provides hiring preference to certain categories of veterans and veterans/persons with a disability. For more information and to claim employment preference, please refer to the Careers webpage on Hiring Preference .
All applicants will respond to a series of questions related to their education, relevant experience, knowledge, skills and abilities required to minimally perform the job. The applicant's responses in conjunction with their resume and all other information provided in the employment application process will be evaluated to determine the minimum qualifications and preferred criteria status. Based on the results, the highest qualified applicants will be placed on an Eligible List and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are the same grade will be placed on Eligible List as a "Lateral Transfer" candidate and may be considered for interview.
If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.
Montgomery County Ethics Law: Except as provided by law or regulation, the County's "Public Employees" (which does not include employees of the Sheriff's office) are subject to the County's ethics law including the requirements to obtain advanced approval of any outside employment and the prohibitions on certain outside employment. The outside employment requirements of the ethics law can be found at 19A-12 of the County Code . Additional information about outside employment can be obtained from the Ethics Commission website.
Minimum Qualifications Experience : Thorough five (5) years professional experience in environmental programs related to stormwater management and stormwater management inspection programs or other environmental inspection programs. Supervisory experience is required.
Education :Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree.
Equivalency :An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
License :Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class “C” (or equivalent) driver’s license from the applicant's state of residence.
Preferred Criteria There are NO Preferred Criteria Assessments . All Applicants will be reviewed by the Office of Human Resources (OHR) for minimum qualifications. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be rated “Qualified”, placed on the eligible list, and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications of the same grade or higher will be placed on the Eligible List as a “Transfer” candidate and may be considered for an interview.
Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following.Please address this information in a separate section of the resume.
- Experience and knowledge of stormwater management facilities, including construction, inspection, operation and maintenance. Some knowledge of basic engineering principles related to stormwater management facility design is preferred.
- Experience in the supervision of technical and non-technical staff.
- Code enforcement experience along with knowledge of fundamentals to manage a successful compliance program.
- Knowledge of the principles, practices or techniques of program development, implementation, management and evaluation, including managing multiple task assignments, milestones, and goals; preparing and maintaining records and reports; recommending improvements to program.
- Thorough familiarity with research of land records, easement documents, and property ownership research.
- Experience with data management, database systems and their applications including Geographical Information Systems to support program tracking, reporting and analytical needs.Knowledge of basic computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Power Point.
Minimum Salary 75368
Maximum Salary 120947
Currency USD
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$76k-107k (estimate)
POST DATE
06/18/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
07/14/2024
WEBSITE
montgomery.il.us
HEADQUARTERS
Rockville, MD
SIZE
<25
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