Environmental Manager 2 - State of Indiana : Job Details

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.

This position is in Office of Air Quality Permits Branch. The position requires project management and time management skills. Ideal candidate would be detail oriented, be proficient in Microsoft Office products including Word and Excel. This position is located in Indianapolis, five days in office, with occasional opportunities for site visit. The purpose of this position is to perform those activities as necessary to help the Permit Review Section achieve its goals as they relate to the overall strategic goals and objectives of the Permits Branch. As such, this Employee reviews applications for Air permit approvals which include MSOP, FESOP and Part 70 permits; and modifications, revisions and amendments to these permits. The Employee is responsible for drafting these approvals, which includes drafting conditions that are practically enforceable and assure compliance with state and federal air pollution laws and regulations.

Salary Statement: The salary for this position traditionally starts at $53,222.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

• Writes moderately complex permit approvals, including NSR permits, renewals and modifications.
• Writes all levels of permit approvals expeditiously and with minimal error or guidance.
• Coordinates with the Compliance and Enforcement Branch regarding monitoring, testing and enforcement.
• Coordinates with the other Office of Air Quality programs on projects and activities related to monitoring and modeling.
• Works closely with staff and management to foster a positive work environment, supportive of the agency mission and goals while promoting employee development.

• A Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Chemistry, Biology, Geology, Public Health or a related field.
• At least two (2) years of experience in an environmental or environmental public health field.
• Related certifications and coursework may be considered for education or experience.
• Broad knowledge of the environmental sciences as they relate to air pollution control.
• Thorough knowledge of Federal and State laws, regulations, and policy guidelines concerning air pollution permitting, control devices, and the Federal Clean Air Act.
• Ability to use computer and word processing and spreadsheet programs.
• Ability to establish long and short term project management goals and objectives, and to plan and coordinate varied and changing operations to achieve those objectives.
• Ability to establish relationships with representatives of industry, local, public and private agencies and the ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work with minimal direct supervision and follow general instructions concerning the purpose and desired results, given consultation with the supervisor as required.

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana: The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
• 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity: The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [email protected].