Geologist Supervisor, Environmental Programs

WSA • Baltimore City, MD

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About The Position

The Geologist Supervisor will ensure the protection and wise use of the State's water resources. The incumbent in this position will function as a Section Head within the Source Protection and Water Appropriation Division. The incumbent will also supervise professional geologists, engineers, and/or clerical staff engaged in the evaluation and technical review of water appropriation and use permits in accordance with Maryland statutes. The Geologist Supervisor will also conduct source water assessments and develop wellhead protection plans for the protection of public water systems. The incumbent will also oversee administrative and technical aspects of water resource management and protection projects and investigations. This position involves the following working conditions: Exposure to hazardous conditions that may result in injury. Field visits may involve rough, rocky or wet terrain. Required use of protective equipment—such as goggles, gloves, and masks—during site visits. The incumbent will be required to drive a State vehicle. If you hold an out-of-state driver’s license, you must provide a certified copy of your driving record from the issuing state’s Motor Vehicle Administration at the time of hire. All individuals must maintain a driver's license with no more than 5 points on their driving record to operate a State vehicle.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Geology, Environmental Geology or a related earth science.
• Six years of experience performing professional geological work.
• Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.
• Depending on the assigned essential functions of the work, employees in this classification may be required to successfully complete and maintain certification as specified in the U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulations (Standards-29 CFR) 1910.120 Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response.
• Employees in this classification may be required to walk over rough or unstable terrain or over long distances while wearing personal protection equipment, such as respiratory protection equipment.
• Employees in this classification may be subject to ongoing medical testing in accordance with the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulations (Standards - 29 CFR) 1910.120 Hazard Waste Operations and Emergency Response.
• Employees in this classification may be subject to call-in on a twenty-four hour basis and, therefore, will be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.

Nice To Haves

• Experience writing or reviewing Maryland Water Appropriation and Use Permits.
• Experience in supervising or leading professional environmental staff.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the protection and wise use of the State's water resources.
• Function as a Section Head within the Source Protection and Water Appropriation Division.
• Supervise professional geologists, engineers, and/or clerical staff engaged in the evaluation and technical review of water appropriation and use permits in accordance with Maryland statutes.
• Conduct source water assessments and develop wellhead protection plans for the protection of public water systems.
• Oversee administrative and technical aspects of water resource management and protection projects and investigations.

Benefits

• PERSONAL LEAVE - New State employees are awarded six (6) personal leave days annually (prorated based on start date).
• ANNUAL LEAVE - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.
• SICK LEAVE – fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.
• PARENTAL LEAVE – up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.
• HOLIDAYS – State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year.

What This Job Offers

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