Environmental Deputy Director

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Environment and Energy - Agency 84

Location:

Lincoln NE

Hiring Rate:

$60.000

Job Posting:

JR2025-Environmental Deputy Director (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed job is posted as open until closed):

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Job Description:

The newly formed State of Nebraska Department of Water Energy and Environment (DWEE) is searching for a talented individual to fill the position of Deputy Director. You will play an important role in assisting the Director and Chief Water Officer in the daily management of operations at the DWEE. This is an opportunity to work with a dynamic team of individuals tasked with managing and protecting the States most important resources. You will be doing work knowing you are making a difference for current and future generations.

It is a very exciting time at our agency! Some of the things you can look forward to as an employee with the Nebraska Department of Water Energy & Environment:
A modern new building in Fallbrook with free onsite parking
Easily accessible from I-80
Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
Opportunity to work in a productive and creative environment where no two days are ever the same!

Whats in it for you!
The opportunity to work in a productive and creative environment where no two days are ever the same!
13 paid holidays
Vacation and sick leave equating to 24 days your first year accruing immediately
Military leave
156% (thats not a typo!) state-matched retirement
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
79% employer paid health insurance plans
Dental and vision insurance plans
Employer-paid $20000 life insurance policy
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the state
Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
Training and development based on your career aspirations
Fun inviting teammates
A safe and secure environment
A new modern building in Fallbrook with free onsite parking
Easily accessible from I-80
Respected as a valued team member

At the State we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect acting ethically in all situations and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority.

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity inclusion and belonging. We recruit hire train and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race color religion sex age national origin disability marital status or genetics.

Location: 245 Fallbrook Blvd Lincoln NE

Work Schedule: Monday Friday 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Flexible schedule and 10-hour workdays maybe allowed with management approval.

Dress Code: Business Casual

Anticipated Salary Range:
Permanent Hourly Rate from $60.00 to $80.00*
* Salary is commensurate with education and experience

Job Duties:
Assists the agency director in formulating operating and/or administrative strategies policies and procedures for the agency; implementation of daily administration functions for the agency; evaluation of fiscal and administrative impacts which legislative proposals may have on the agency; developing agency and division goals objectives and implementation methods.
Directs implementation of administrative and/or program control systems to obtain necessary administrative and/or program information and financial data required in the decision-making and planning process.
Oversees the operation of assigned agency programs or functions to ensure compliance with state federal and local requirements including but not limited to applications for grants cost tracking and reimbursement requests and required reporting.
Directs efforts to evaluate work processes with the objective of identifying designing and implementing improvements to increase effectiveness efficiency and public interaction related to assigned divisions. This may involve proposing and advocating for changes to existing statutes rules and policies.
Supervises and provides oversight of the Departments financial budget human resources information technology and special projects functions and administrative support for the assigned agency.
Confers with multiple levels of management to discuss and solve agency-wide problems and/or issues that impair the effectiveness and efficiency of the organization. Monitoring performance and completion of division objectives and tasks.
Serves as the agencys administrative officer with responsibility for transaction pre-audit and supervising procurement and accounting activities.
Represents the Director and the agency at various public meetings conferences and seminars.
Collaborate with other state agencies outside partners and agency stakeholders

Requirements/Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree in business administration physical sciences natural sciences environmental science geology biology agronomy civil engineering environmental engineering mechanical engineering chemical engineering hydrology community and regional planning or a related field AND five years of experience in areas of management and/or supervision of a large staff involved in diverse activities related to environmental programs. Experience may substitute for education or a year-for-year basis

Other Requirements:
Valid drivers license or the ability to provide independent transportation
Occasional overnight travel required
Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Submit a resume or list on the application specific detailed experience relevant to the position in years and months
Submit a current list of at least three professional references (previous employers or peers) with valid telephone numbers

Preferred Qualifications:
Subject matter expertise in water rights and administration or water resources management
Experience in construction project management work
Experience with governmental budgets and/or business accounting
Ability to learn and apply state local and federal laws and regulations
Strong organizational and communication skills

Knowledge Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of: engineering & scientific standards and practices; planning & evaluation techniques for soil and water conservation projects irrigation and agriculture; and as appropriate modern principles of natural resources management and comprehensive basin planning engineering constructs hydrology hydraulics and geology. Experience with federal and state laws and regulations relevant to the assigned agency divisions and their programs and functions; the legislative process; the principles of supervision and staff development; business and management principles including strategic planning resource allocation leadership and organization of people and resources.

Skill in: effectively communicating in speech and writing to convey information; using logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions; recognizing problems developing and evaluating options and implementing solutions; effectively delegating authorities and overseeing processes

Ability to: learn apply and interpret state statutes agency policies and procedures relating to areas of responsibility; oversee and control the functions of statewide programs; plan assign and supervise the work of others and analyze work quality; establish and maintain effective relationships with the public federal state and local agencies; administer programs of a technical nature; establish program objectives or performance goals and assess progress; formulate policies to meet identified needs goals or objectives; exercise judgment decisiveness and creativity in critical and/or unexpected situations.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay benefits paid time off retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position agency and employment status. For more information on benefits please visit: Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity inclusion and belonging. We recruit hire train and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race color religion sex. age national origin disability marital status or genetics.

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