Environmental Program Manager 2 - Remedial Projects Unit

Arizona Department of Administration • Phoenix, WA

21d • Remote

About The Position

The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) is seeking results-oriented, driven individuals with a thirst for problem-solving to join their mission of protecting and enhancing public health and the environment in Arizona. This role ensures consistent, science-based environmental regulation and clear, equitable engagement and communication with integrity, respect, and the highest standards of effectiveness and efficiency. The agency values the unique environment of Arizona and its role in sustaining well-being and economic vitality for current and future generations. This position is for an Environmental Program Manager 2 within the Remedial Projects Unit and is available for full-time remote work within Arizona.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in the field of environmental science, environmental management, environmental or chemical engineering, biology, hydrology, or other environmental discipline
• 5-10 years of environmental experience in a regulatory agency, consulting, or private industry
• 5 years of supervisory/leadership experience
• Ability to be in the office as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Management techniques and results-driven leadership, including personnel coordination and resource management.
• Principles of task delegation, performance specifications, employee motivation, and visual management.
• Data analysis, testing methods, contract/grants administration, and community involvement principles.
• State and federal environmental regulations, department policies, and agency program functions.
• Arizona Management System (AMS) concepts, tools, and continuous problem-solving principles.
• Leadership, supervision, and fostering professional interpersonal relationships.
• Effective written and verbal communication, including public speaking and technical report writing.
• Complex problem solving, decision making, negotiation, and critical thinking.
• Organizational planning, time management, and comprehensive project management.
• Analyzing and interpreting diverse, highly technical data and research materials.
• Establish program priorities and implement operating policies and procedures based on program needs.
• Analyze statutes and policies regarding complex scientific determinations and state legal standards.
• Build effective working relationships with government officials, the regulated community, and the public.
• Direct technical experts to achieve performance measures and refine unit activity metrics.
• Exercise professional judgment to execute decisions independently or within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Manages unit operations, including staff supervision, training, and performance monitoring.
• Ensures work products are technically sound, accurate, and compliant with all State and Federal regulations.
• Reviews technical reports and legal documents.
• Participates in decision-making and problem resolution.
• Champions continuous improvement.
• Develops policies.
• Manages high-profile projects.
• Manages unit budget for staff training, strategic hiring, equipment/software purchasing, and travel.
• Ensures the unit is in compliance with program goals, state and federal rules and regulations, and grant requirements.
• Functions as a technical and regulatory resource for staff, supervisors, stakeholders, customers, and the general public.
• Acts as a decision maker on unit level decisions.
• Maintains communication within and outside the agency by attending meetings and outreach functions.
• Responds to internal and external information requests.
• Supports the section in meeting performance measures by developing and participating in process improvement projects.
• Develops revised processes that increase work efficiency, quality, and output.
• Ensures performance and flow boards are used properly by staff and updates upper management by tracking and reporting agency performance measures.
• Prepares annual reports.
• Assists with the preparation of reports, budget projects, and expenditures.

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays per year
• Accrual of sick and annual leave beginning at 12 and 13 days per year respectively for full-time employees
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• A top-ranked retirement program with lifetime pension benefits
• A robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability
• An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program
• Workplace flexibility
• A variety of learning and career development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager