Transportation Environmental Resources Program Manager 2 - Kanawha County

West Virginia Department of Transportation•Charleston, WV

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position performs professional and managerial work, serving as the administrative officer of a statewide specialized environmental resources program or in complete charge of a secondary program. The role involves exercising delegated authority to pursue goals through planning, organizing, directing, and controlling activities that require specialized knowledge of environmental resources programs. The work requires analysis and interpretation of scientific theory, professional practices, agency policies, and regulations. The position directs and supervises administrative and managerial activities through subordinate leaders and a sizable professional and clerical staff, with latitude for independent judgment. Work is reviewed for results, timeliness, and compliance with laws and regulations. Decisions may involve significant uncertainty in approach, methodology, or interpretation due to program changes, technological developments, or conflicting requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a major in environmental studies, geography, archaeology, natural science, geology, biology, chemistry, physics, engineering/engineering technology, or a related field.
Seven (7) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid professional experience in reviewing and evaluating scientific or statistical data, planning, personnel management, program management, or developing policies.
Two (2) years of supervisory experience in the above areas are required.
Knowledge of principles and practices of environmental management sufficient to evaluate new techniques or practices covering a range of unusual or atypical applications.
Knowledge of relevant local, state, and federal legislation; governmental relationships, organizational structure and protocols; and state legislative processes and judicial procedures as they relate to the program.
Knowledge of principles and practices of management, including planning, budgeting, staffing, training, controlling, and reporting.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of personnel management, budget preparation, and public administration.
Knowledge of appropriate methods and techniques used in the collection, organization, and evaluation of data.
Ability to direct investigations, review technical and statistical data, and recommend appropriate action based on results obtained.
Ability to review and submit comments and recommendations relevant to proposed new or modified legislation.
Ability to present and defend policies where dissension or opposing views may occur and agreement or compromise are desired.
Ability to plan, organize, direct, control, and coordinate related programs and activities regarding environmental development, enjoyment, and hygienic preservation of nonrenewable natural resources, and evaluate the performance of staff.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions, exercise sound judgment, and work under limited supervision.
Ability to establish and effective working relationships with federal, state, and local officials, the general public, the regulated community, supervisor, co-workers, and staff.
Ability to comprehend and interpret theory, principles, laws and regulations, policies, and objectives of a scientific concern.
Ability to evaluate operational activities and emerging technology to develop plans for implementing environmental objectives or recommending administrative or policy decisions.
Ability to exercise independent judgment, delegate authority, and evaluate the results of work performed.
Ability to keep accurate records; write reports in a clear, concise form; and present factual material and ideas effectively.
Skill in oral and written communications and public speaking.
Skill in directing scientific investigations.
Valid driver’s license is required.

Nice To Haves

Full-time or equivalent part-time paid professional experience in reviewing and evaluating scientific or statistical data, planning, personnel management, program management, or developing policies may be substituted for the required training/education through an established formula.
Successful completion of graduate coursework from a regionally accredited college or university with a major in environmental studies, geography, archaeology, natural science, geology, biology, chemistry, physics, engineering/engineering technology, or a related field may substitute for two (2) years of the required non-supervisory experience through an established formula.
Three (3) years as a Transportation Environmental Resources Specialist Senior.

Responsibilities

Administers an integral part of a major environmental program of the state, consistent with state policy and accepted principles.
Staffs the organizational unit to effect orderly, efficient, and economical operations.
Recommends and assists in the preparation of legislation and administrative procedures as necessary to maintain conservation activities consistent with current needs and fluctuating circumstances.
Delivers speeches; writes articles and disseminates other informational materials to explain conservation principles and acquaint public and private organizations with mission, policies, regulations, and details of impact on activities; and encourages cooperation and support.
Prepares budget and/or grant request documents covering staff and equipment requirements, allocates funds within the organizational unit, and approves expenditures.
Attends meetings, seminars, and symposiums to maintain knowledge of technical, scientific, and professional advancements in the area of assignment.
Plans, organizes, implements, monitors, and controls activities of professional, technical, or scientific staff in units through subordinate leaders.
Coordinates plans and programs of the section with functions and services of other divisions, offices, and activities of local, state, interstate, and federal government entities, and interested parties, and seeks agreement to resolve problems and/or establish common goals.
Testifies at legislative, judicial, or public hearings on behalf of the agency or as a subject-matter expert.
Negotiates the utilization of resources consistent with public interest.
Revokes, suspends, or modifies operational licenses or permits and may seek injunction or civil action against violators.
Researches new procedures and directs scientific investigations to develop plans and recommendations for development, improvement, protection, preservation, regulation, and use of natural resources based on predicted outcomes.
Prepares studies including descriptions of status, current practices, mitigation procedures, and progress reports regarding resource conservation, utilization, and recovery.
Recommends standards for resource depletion.
Develops and implements informational plans to advertise, promote, and publicize state natural resources and conservation, preservation, use, and husbandry activities consistent with the state plan.