Solid Waste/Hazardous Waste Section Manager
Job No:
524511
Work Type:
Full-time
Location:
PHOENIX
Categories:
Environment/Air/Water/Waste, Scientific/Technical Support, Management/Supervisor
DEPT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
We are looking for results-oriented, driven individuals with a thirst for problem solving.
At Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) our mission is to protect and enhance public health and the environment in Arizona. Through consistent, science-based environmental regulation; and clear, equitable engagement and communication; with integrity, respect and the highest standards of effectiveness and efficiency. Because Arizonans treasure the unique environment of our state and its essential role in sustaining well-being and economic vitality, today and for future generations.
We are currently looking for employees who are committed to our Agency, passionate to excel in their career and engaged in our mission. Only this caliber of employee will be successful in driving our Agency towards accomplishing our mission
Solid Waste/Hazardous Waste Section Manager
Job Location:
Address: 1110 W. Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85007
Waste Programs Division
Posting Details:
Salary: $100K-$110K
Grade: 26
Closing Date: Open until filled
Job Summary:
As a section manager, you will coach your team of unit managers and help assist them in managing their teams. You will review projects and procedures to implement program and operational improvements; assist in the development of goals and strategies; develop policies and procedures related to environmental permitting, enforcement, compliance, monitoring, and/or scientific studies; ensure that operations meet established timeframes and objectives; provide guidance and interpretation of federal and state laws/regulations related to complex regulatory situations; manage the most complex or high profile projects or assignments.
This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.
The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
•Knowledge of leadership and business management principles, including budgets (expenditure and revenue generations), employee motivation, team-based problem-solving techniques, and principles of performance and visual management; Project management and program management techniques, particularly the coordination of people and resources through result-driven leadership
•Knowledge of State and Federal environmental regulations. An understanding of the fundamentals of what makes something a solid waste and how that nexuses into potentially becoming a hazardous waste. Knowledge of operations that include solid and hazardous waste generation, transportation, and disposal of which includes source reduction and recycling.
•Ability to understand and apply environmental rules and statutes; to follow guidance documents, standard operating procedures, and other technical instructions in the performance of tasks; balance, prioritize, and organize multiple tasks and complete assignments by applicable deadlines; to prepare clear, concise and accurate reports; an understanding of corrective action and its associated costs; and to summarize completed tasks and/or monitoring data orally and in written communication.
Selective Preference(s):
•Experience with continuous improvement, including LEAN, Six Sigma, and others.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
•A Bachelors degree in environmental science, environmental management, business management, environmental or chemical engineering, chemistry, biology, hydrology, geology, or a related field
•5-8 years of environmental experience in a regulatory agency, consulting, or private industry
•4 years of leadership/supervisory experience in an environmental, regulatory, or industrial setting
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits:
Among the many benefits of a career with the State of Arizona, there are:
•10 paid holidays per year
•Accrual of sick and annual leave beginning at 12 and 13 days per year respectively for full-time employees
•Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
•A top-ranked retirement program with lifetime pension benefits
•A robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability
•An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program
•We promote the importance of work/life balance by offering workplace flexibility
•We offer a variety of learning and career development opportunities
By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement:
ASRS Lifetime Pension Benefits
Contact Us:
Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting ******** .
Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
Advertised:
15 Feb 2024 US Mountain Standard Time
Applications close:
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