Title:  Environmental Conservation Director III

Overview

The Agency of Natural Resources' Department of Environmental Conservation seeks a talented and effective leader to serve as Director of the Watershed Management Division.  

As the largest Division in the Department, The Watershed Management Division (WSMD) is responsible for protecting, maintaining, enhancing and restoring the quality of Vermont's surface water resources. The Division includes three media-specific programs, Wetlands, Rivers and Lakes, administers federally delegated and state Stormwater, Wastewater, and Concentrated Animal Feeding Operation permitting programs, operates a comprehensive Monitoring and Assessment program, and is supported by a Business and Operational Support Services program. Watershed Management Division programs coordinate well with other agencies of the Federal and State Government that also participate in water pollution control. The position will also serve as a member of the Department's multidisciplinary senior leadership team; engaging in strategic planning to optimize the leadership direction of the Department and the Division.  

Essential skills include:

• Highly developed communication and policy evaluation skills, 
• A working operational knowledge of Federal and State water pollution control laws and rules, 
• The ability to manage multiple concurrent programs and projects,
• Well-developed supervisory skills. 

The successful applicant will demonstrate a dedication to protecting and restoring Vermont's water resources, a focus on customer service towards all Vermonters, and a commitment to civil rights and equity in the operation of the Division. An understanding of the operation of State Government budgeting and legislative policy development is useful. If this challenging and incredibly rewarding job opportunity appeals to you, please apply.

Who May Apply

This position, Environmental Conservation Director III (Job Requisition #53145), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Neil.Kamman@vermont.gov.

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed primarily in a standard office setting or remote office environment. Some in and out of state public speaking and attendance at meetings and hearings is necessary. An incumbent must be able to deal effectively with stressful, sometimes nighttime public meetings where strongly divergent opinions are expressed. Private means of transportation must be available for required travel.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree or higher in a physical or natural science, in public or business administration, in engineering, or in law AND four years or more at or above a supervisory level in a field directly related to environmental conservation or natural resources management.

OR

Bachelor's degree in a physical or natural science, in engineering, or in a field closely related to natural resource management AND six years or more at a professional level in a field directly related to environmental conservation or natural resources management INCLUDING four years or more at or above a supervisory level in natural resources management.

OR

Associate's degree in a physical or natural science, in engineering, or in a field closely related to natural resource management AND eight years or more at a professional level in a field directly related to environmental conservation or natural resources management INCLUDING four years or more at or above a supervisory level in natural resources management.

OR

Ten years or more at a professional level in a field directly related to environmental conservation or natural resources management INCLUDING four years or more at or above a supervisory level in natural resources management.
 

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status.  The State’s employment decisions are merit-based.  Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.