Cultural Resources Branch Chief

State of Indiana•Edinburgh, IN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This position serves as the Cultural Resources Branch Chief within the Environmental Program of the Indiana Army National Guard. The role is responsible for advising the Environmental Program Manager, Commanders, and Directorates on the requirements of laws and regulations related to cultural resource management, including the National Historic Preservation Act, Archaeology Resources Protection Act, Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act, and National Environmental Policy Act. The position manages all cultural resources (archaeological and historic) under the care of the Indiana Army National Guard, writes and implements the Integrated Cultural Resource Management Plan (ICRMP) and its components (e.g., inadvertent discovery plan), and oversees or conducts scientific data gathering actions, studies, field investigations, or remedial actions. This includes archaeological surveys, historic surveys, maintenance and treatment plans, and archive reviews.

Requirements

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 principles 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.
A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Chemistry, Biology, Geology, Public Health or a related field with at least 7 years of professional experience in an environmental science related field.
At least 2 years of the required experience must be in an administrative, leadership, managerial, or supervisory capacity.
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.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Advise on requirements of laws and regulations relative to cultural resource management.
Manage all cultural resources (archaeological and historic) under the care of the Indiana Army National Guard.
Write and implement the Integrated Cultural Resource Management Plan (ICRMP) and its components.
Oversee or conduct scientific data gathering actions, studies, field investigations or remedial actions.
Develop methods and procedures for meeting section goals.
Plan the activities of the section to meet expected work production, including daily workflow and long- and short-term goals.
Prepare section budget justification and recommendations.
Provide technical support for policy and rule development.
Interpret rules and policies used by the section.
Ensure all EPA grant and reporting requirements are met.
Review work of section staff and direct activities to ensure quality, accuracy, and conformance with applicable rules, laws, regulations, agency policies/goals, and section objectives.
Refer issues to enforcement section, other programs, or agencies when deemed appropriate.
Represent the agency in meetings with external customers including applicants, local government, consultants, and the general public.
Provide effective communication to the public, other sections, offices, and agencies to ensure a broad understanding of the goals and activities of the section.
Provide written and verbal instructions to subordinates concerning technical and administrative information or changes.
Provide guidance and assistance to staff, ensuring they are properly trained.
Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities for professional development.
Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees.
Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.
Provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Robust benefits package
Commitment to work-life balance
Opportunity to make a real and measurable impact
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Outstanding work/life balance
Agency specific benefits
Opportunity to work an alternative work schedule
Spot bonus program
Chance to work with military and federal partners
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