Surface Water Monitoring Project Manager

State of Indiana•Indianapolis, IN

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

This Environmental Manager 2 position exists within the Targeted Monitoring Section, Watershed Assessment and Planning Branch, Office of Water Quality. This role serves as a specialist in environmental science, especially aquatic ecology, and is skillful in work groups focused on production of quality deliverables. Performs field, laboratory, and office duties described in IDEM's Water Quality Monitoring Strategy, especially with the collection of water chemistry, E. coli and algae from rivers, streams and lakes, for assessing the aquatic life use in Indiana's waters. The role is responsible for Watershed Characterization and Performance Monitoring annual projects, working independently and without direct supervision to collect samples, take field parameter measurements, obtain GPS data and complete other relevant field duties with attention to detail, accuracy, thoroughness, and following proper procedures as outlined in the Watershed Assessment and Planning Branch standard operating procedures and IDEM policies. The role is also responsible for all programmatic related activities, including sample collection, data management, planning, and data assessments. This job requires field work and travel within Indiana 25% of the time. Other job requirements include a thorough knowledge of chemical, physical, and biological sampling methodology, including sampling medias such as water and algal communities. The ability to conceptualize, coordinate, implement and conduct surveys, investigations of waterbodies, review projects, and interpret findings. Proficient in communicating the data and information to a wide variety of customers using verbal, electronic, and writing techniques. The work may involve physical exertion from moving and carrying light to heavy equipment and sampling gear to and from the office into the field to collect the environmental samples under a wide range of weather conditions. The ability to recognize potentially dangerous situations and take appropriate action to solve problems. The job entails regular use of analytical tools such as ArcGIS, R-programming language, Microsoft tools and Power Platform tenants. Incumbent is responsible for proper operation and maintenance of State-owned property, such as State vehicles, watercraft, laboratory, field sampling, and personal protection equipment. This position requires a valid IN driver's license.

Requirements

Broad knowledge of theories, environmental protection principles and practices, specialty area, and program area.
Thorough knowledge of chemistry, biology, hydrology, mathematics, and other environmental sciences as they relate to program area.
Thorough knowledge of soil, water, laboratory analysis and interpretation as it relates to program area.
Ability to conduct surveys and investigations of sites, review projects/situations, read work plans, interpret findings, and make recommendations.
Ability to prepare documents for administrative and regulatory action.
Excellent research and writing skills for preparing accurate, precise, clear, and thorough reports.
Ability to effectively interact and orally communicate with parties with diverse levels of environmental expertise particularly for purposes of meetings, hearings, and negotiating critically sensitive issues.
Ability to interpret and apply legal terminology and practices, and the ability to apply these in a variety of conditions and situations.
At least five (5) years of environmental or environmental public health experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.
Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Valid IN driver's license.

Nice To Haves

A degree is not required.

Responsibilities

Performs project management duties to ensure effective and timely management of program area needs, attends meetings, and responds to telephone calls, e-mails, etc., as required.
Acts as a technical point-of-contact for assigned programs administering environmental programs which may include, but not limited to, environmental media sampling, data analysis, technical writing, work plan and report preparation, technical reviews, etc.
Works to support the various programs in assigned agency in multiple capacities.
Assists with the preparation of sampling and analysis work plans.
Conducts field work as necessary following agency/section Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for assigned sites.
Conducts technical analysis and/or provides technical insights to assess environmental impacts with goals to meet state and national regulations.
Communicates effectively with responsible parties, consultants, and/or their representatives, affected stakeholders, and interested parties such as citizens, public officials, and interest groups in a courteous and professional manner regarding permits, laws, questions, and program-related inquiries.

Benefits

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
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
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