Environmental Group Manager

The Department of Environmental Protection is seeking an Environmental Group Manager in Dauphin County, a pivotal role that oversees the Air Information Section and reports directly to the Assistant Director of the Bureau of Air Quality. This position is essential for ensuring effective management of emissions, compliance, and revenue data, which are critical for maintaining environmental standards and regulatory compliance. Additionally, the Environmental Group Manager will be responsible for overseeing the Bureau's computer systems and IT contractors, ensuring that all technological resources are optimized for efficiency and effectiveness. The successful candidate will play a vital role in shaping the department's approach to air quality management and data integrity, making this an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional in the environmental field.

In this position, you will collaborate with the IT Delivery Center (ITDC) and various departmental leaders to enhance and optimize the AIMS and eFACTS systems and provide Air Quality perspective and input for the modernization of these data systems. You will work alongside IT and administrative personnel to ensure the accurate receipt and appropriate management of revenue generated from online platforms, wire transfers, and interagency transactions.

Additionally, you will oversee the Bureau's computer systems, ensuring that both software and hardware are regularly updated, while also developing budget estimates for future spending plans.

Your responsibilities will include managing the development of emission inventories in compliance with EPA regulations and grant requirements, as well as establishing and maintaining standardized procedures for the consistent collection and reporting of emissions data to the AIMS database. Furthermore, you will coordinate the submission of compliance data, continuous emission monitoring results, and stack test information to the federal Integrated Compliance Information System - Air Quality (ICIS-AIR), ensuring that all submissions meet federal grant and regulatory obligations.

You will also supervise staff responsible for overseeing Conventional and Unconventional Oil and Gas Industry reporting, including emission inventories and annual VOC RACT compliance certification submissions.

Your role will involve overseeing data analysis and evaluating its significance and trends, utilizing tools such as PowerBI and GIS to generate essential reports for the Bureau. This includes providing information for public education, technical assessments for planning or evaluations, administrative processes like grant commitment tracking or significant violator reports, and producing ad hoc reports as needed. Additionally, you will participate in various committees, contributing your expertise and insights to support the Bureau's objectives.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Occasional travel will be required to meet with direct reports headquartered in other offices and to meet with regional air quality staff.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• A bachelor's degree in the biological, physical, or environmental sciences, engineering, or in a field closely related to environmental protection or regulation; and five years of professional environmental protection experience; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Condition of Employment:

• This position requires a driver's license that is not under suspension.

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.