Project Manager - IDEM State Cleanup Program

Project Manager - IDEM State Cleanup Program

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM):
Our mission is to implement federal and state regulations to protect human health and the environment while allowing the environmentally sound operations of industrial, agricultural, commercial, and governmental activities vital to a prosperous economy. We issue air, water, and solid and hazardous waste permits that restrict discharges to environmentally safe levels. Staff members inspect and monitor regulated entities; provide compliance and technical assistance;

monitor and assess air, land, and water quality; use enforcement actions as necessary to ensure compliance; and respond to incidents involving spills to soil or waters of the state.

Role Overview:
This position acts as the Project Manager managing administrative and technical oversight of site characterization and remediation of hazardous substance and petroleum sites regulated by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management's State Cleanup Program. The position reports directly to the Section Chief for the program. Project managers are expected to develop project goals, plans and timelines, and work in conjunction with technical support staff, legal counsel and IDEM Management to ensure that site characterization and cleanups are conducted following appropriate IDEM agency guidelines and State and Federal laws.

Work is accomplished both in the office and in the field at project sites. Position will require periodic travel and field work in varying weather conditions and potential for long days during field work completion. Extra work hours will be compensated through a flexible work schedule.

What We're Looking For:

Two years or more work experience in an environmental or environmental public health field or a combination of accredited college degree and work experience in a related field. Accredited college degree in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science/Policy or Environmental Engineering

Abilities Desired:
Broad knowledge of the environmental sciences and policy as they relate to environmental contaminant investigation, remediation and environmental permitting. Knowledge of Federal and State environmental laws, regulations, and policy guidance concerning waste management, disposal and permitting and investigation and cleanup of releases of hazardous waste and petroleum. Excellent communication skills necessary to clearly prepare in depth technical and administrative documents required to direct each project Ability to establish long and short term project management goals and objectives, and to plan and coordinate varied and changing operations to achieve those goals.

Desire to achieve goals and objectives independently and adhere to deadlines Ability to culture a team environment to achieve project goals and communicate with a varied audience of stakeholders Effective communication, both orally and in writing Excellent knowledge of computer programs including Sharepoint, ArcGIS, database management and Microsoft Office This position requires a valid IN driver's license and ability to work in the field for extended hours during the day.

Salary:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $53,222.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
Serves as an environmental expert and provides guidance to regulated communities, government officials, attorneys and staff responsible for a variety of programs and program elements. Project Management:
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. Permits:
Researches state and federal guidance, laws, and regulations related to permits. Contacts applicants to request additional information to process applications, when necessary. Responds to comments from applicants, defends permit terms and conditions, and interacts with permit tees to resolve permitting issues. Attends and participates in public meetings and hearings regarding permit actions throughout Indiana and/or appears in legal appeals of permit actions.

Inspection:
Conducts surveys, inspections and…