Natural Resources Planner I
Natural Resources Planner I
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Introduction
PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY.
The Maryland Department of the Environment is charged with protecting andpreserving the States air water and land resources and safeguarding the environmentalhealth of all Marylands citizens. The Agencys mission is to protect andrestore the environment for the health and wellbeing of all Marylanders with avision of healthy vibrant and sustainable communities and ecosystems inMaryland.
If you are looking for an exciting career committed to helping theenvironment for all Marylanders please apply to become part of MDEsworkforce. MDE offers competitive pay great benefits opportunities totelework as well as opportunities for advancement and professional growth MDE offers you a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coveragepaid time off (i.e. vacation sick leave) state pension and supplementalretirement options (i.e. 401k 457b etc.. MDE headquarters facility offersfree parking a food court and a gym.
As part of our continuous efforts to optimize performanceand drive success the Natural Resource Planner I is eligible for an annualpromotion. The incumbent may advance to a higher grade within theclassification series based on satisfactory work performance.
Progressive grade levels include:
Natural Resource Planner II Grade 15 $57275.00$92108.00 Yearly)
Natural Resource Planner III Grade 16$60987.00$98313.00Yearly)
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
Water and ScienceAdministration
Water Supply Program ComplianceOversight Division
1800 Washington Blvd.
Baltimore MD 21230
Main Purpose of Job
TheNatural Resources Planner I is an entrylevel position. The Water SupplyPlanning and Compliance Division manages compliance efforts required by other divisionsin the Water Supply Program (WSP). The incumbent in this position responsibilitiesinclude but are not limited to ensuring compliance with conditions of MarylandWater Appropriation Permits state law pertaining to the testing for lead inschools and provisions of the Safe Drinking Systems Water Act (SDWA) violationsas well as resolution of Significant Deficiencies and enforcement related tothe Board of Waterworks and Waste Systems Operators and the Board of WellDrillers. This is a technical role that will involve reviewing and commentingon Corrective Action Plans and proposing technical and regulatory solutions tocompliance issues with persistent and/or difficult to resolve violations. The incumbent will coordinate with otherdivisions in WSP and work directly with a variety of stakeholders includingwater systems operators well drillers farmers and engineering firms.
POSITION DUTIES
WaterAppropriation Permit Compliance FollowUp.
SafeDrinking Water Act (SDWA) Compliance Tracking and FollowUp.
SDWSReport Writing.
ComplianceFollowUp.
Followupon information requests technical questions complaints and specific projects.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in an environmental science or natural resources planning management or development.
Experience:None.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in urban orregional planning engineering physical geography or the physical chemical biological sciences and one year of experience in natural resources planning or applied environmental science for the required education.
2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces militaryservice experience as a commissioned officer in thegeneral natural resources management and biological sciencesclassifications or general natural resources management and biological sciences specialty codes in the general natural resources management and biological sciences field of work on a yearforyear basis for the required education.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferencewill be given to applicants who possess the following preferredqualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your applicationregarding your qualifications.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Word and Excel.
- Demonstrate effective writing skills when preparing technical documents and professional email correspondence.
- Demonstrate exceptional customer skills communicating when responding to permit and compliance inquiries and preparing public documents or notices.
- Knowledge of State and federal laws and regulations applicable to the areas of the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) and Public Water Systems (PWS).
- Knowledge of Maryland Water Appropriation Permit conditions ensuring water withdrawal compliance.
LICENSES REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information onyour application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment.All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closingdate.We will not consider the information submitted after thisdate.Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified BetterQualified or Qualified and placed on theeligible (employment) list forat least one year.
RESUMES ARE NOT ACCEPTED AND ARE NOTCONSIDERED IN THE SELECTION PROCESS.
All information concerning thequalifications including any required documentation (diploma transcriptcertificate etc. must be submitted and received by the closing date.Information submitted after this date will not be considered.
Should you possess abachelors/masters degree from a college or university outside of the UnitedStates you must have your educational credentials evaluated by an approvededucation review service. This evaluation must be submitted prior to hire.For further information you may call International Consultants of DelawareInc. ator World Education Services Inc. ator.
All Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States underthe Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986. You must be legally authorizedand possess any necessary documents under this Act in order to be hired in theposition for which you applied.
BENEFITS
CLICK ON THIS LINK FOR MORE DETAILSSTATE OF MARYLAND 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.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
It ishighly preferredthatyou apply online. If you are unable to apply online you may submit the Statepaper application and supplemental questionnaire (by the closing date) to or mail to:
Maryland Department of the Environment
OHR Recruitment and ExaminationDivision
1800 Washington Blvd.
Baltimore MD 21230
For questions regarding thisrecruitment please contact Olivia Sterrett at.If you have difficulties submitting youronlineapplication please contact the Department of Budget andManagement Recruitment and Examination Division at
We thank our Veterans for theirservice to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidatesare encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employerMaryland is committed to recruitment retaining and promoting employees whoare reflective of the States diversity.MDE is dedicated tocreating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We strive tocultivate an inclusive environment where differences are celebrated.
Employment Type
Full-Time
