Environmental Manager

State of Indiana•Indianapolis, IN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Manager works for the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM), whose mission is to implement federal and state regulations that protect human health and the environment while supporting environmentally sound economic activity. In the described assignment, the employee operates and maintains eight sulfur dioxide monitoring sites and three carbon monoxide monitoring sites, makes weekly remote site visits to assess monitor status and retrieve data and samples, and evaluates and verifies ozone data for monthly submission to the EPA. Some field days may last 9–12 hours. The role also provides environmental technical and regulatory support; conducts technical analyses; supports permitting, compliance, and enforcement activities; and performs field surveys, inspections, investigations, and sampling as needed. Work is divided among office settings (40%), remote field locations (30%), and an instrument maintenance area (30%). The regular schedule is 7.5-hour weekdays, Monday through Friday, with one 4-hour weekend shift every two months. Work hours may vary to meet operational demands. The position is exempt from overtime compensation; additional hours may be adjusted within the two-week pay period, and exempt employees may work more than 75 hours per pay period without additional compensation. The role involves routine travel to regulated sites and occasional meetings or events at the agency office. Field work includes carrying instruments, electronic equipment, and hand tools; climbing stairs and ladders with equipment; and working outdoors throughout the year in extreme weather while connecting and repairing electrically powered equipment. A degree is not required, but at least five years of relevant environmental or environmental public health experience applying the outlined knowledge and skills may be considered. The role may be used in a supervisory capacity depending on agency needs.

Requirements

Broad knowledge of environmental protection theories, principles, practices, specialty areas, and program areas.
Thorough knowledge of chemistry, biology, hydrology, mathematics, engineering, and other environmental sciences as they relate to the program area.
Thorough knowledge of soil, water, and air sampling, laboratory analysis, and interpretation as they relate to the program area.
Ability to conduct surveys, inspections, and investigations; review projects and situations; read plans; interpret findings; and make recommendations.
Ability to prepare documents for administrative and regulatory action.
Excellent research and writing skills to prepare accurate, precise, clear, and thorough reports.
Ability to interact and communicate orally with people of diverse levels of environmental expertise, including in meetings, hearings, and negotiations over sensitive issues.
Ability to interpret and apply legal terminology and practices in varied conditions and situations.
At least five years of environmental or environmental public health experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered; a degree is not required.
Strong problem-solving, monitor diagnostic and troubleshooting, time-management, and adaptability skills.
Ability to work independently in all weather conditions.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain eight sulfur dioxide network sites and three carbon monoxide network sites.
Conduct weekly remote site visits to assess monitor status and retrieve data and samples.
Evaluate and verify ozone data for monthly EPA submission.
Provide environmental expertise and guidance to regulated communities, government officials, attorneys, and agency staff.
Conduct technical analyses and provide technical insights to assess environmental impacts and support compliance with state and national regulations.
Provide technical and regulatory guidance to the regulated community in the assigned geographic area.
Manage projects and program needs, attend meetings, and respond to calls and correspondence.
Serve as a technical point of contact for assigned programs, which may include sampling, data analysis, technical writing, work plans, reports, and technical reviews.
Research state and federal guidance, laws, and regulations related to permits.
Contact permit applicants for additional information, respond to applicant comments, explain permit conditions, and resolve permitting issues with permittees.
Attend public meetings and hearings regarding permit actions and appear in legal appeals of permit actions when required.
Conduct surveys, inspections, and investigations; review projects and situations; read plans; interpret findings; and identify applicable regulatory violations.
Use compliance and enforcement tools to help regulated sources return to compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards.
Assist in preparing sampling and analysis work plans and conduct field work according to agency or section standard operating procedures.
Communicate professionally with responsible parties, consultants, stakeholders, citizens, public officials, and interest groups about permits, regulations, and program inquiries.
Complete routine travel for inspections, investigations, and field reporting at regulated sites.

Benefits

Three medical plan options, including prescription coverage, and vision and dental plans.
Wellness Rewards Program with gift card rewards for completing wellness activities.
Health savings account with a bi-weekly state contribution.
Deferred compensation 457(b) account with employer match.
Two fully funded pension plan options.
Paid leave policies, including 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.
12 paid holidays, or 14 in election years.
Education Reimbursement Program.
Group life insurance.
Referral Bonus program.
Employee assistance program with covered behavioral health visits.
Eligibility as a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Free parking for most positions.
Free LinkedIn Learning access.