Waste and Materials Management Program Manager

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Company: State of Wisconsin

Location: Milwaukee, WI 53215

Description:

Introduction

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Division of Environmental Management's is accepting applications for a Waste and Materials Management Program Manager (Natural Resources Regional Program Manager classification) to be responsible for integrating activities within this program within the assigned geographic area and for integration among those programs and all other DNR programs within the assigned geographic area.

Remote work will be available, after the initial onboarding period. The exact amount is based on program need and supervisor discretion .

The DNR is a great place to work! We are a workplace focused on diversity, equity, and inclusivity. Current employees value work-hour flexibility, casual office atmosphere, healthy work-life balance, and working for an organization that provides training and growth opportunities.

The DNR excels at protecting and managing natural resources while supporting the economy and the well-being of our citizenry. We are dedicated to working with Wisconsinites while preserving and enhancing the natural resources of Wisconsin. The staff works in partnership with individuals and organizations to manage fish, wildlife, forests, parks, air, and water resources while promoting a healthy, sustainable environment and a full range of outdoor opportunities.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the supervision and implementation of the Waste and Materials Management Program within the Environmental Management (EM) Division, for integrating activities within this program within the assigned geographic area and for integration among those programs and all other DNR programs within the assigned geographic area. This position is responsible for directing all aspects of the Waste and Materials Management Program and is accountable for implementation of all aspects of this program. This position is responsible for developing, directing, coaching, mentoring and supervising permanent and LTE staff. This position serves on the Waste and Materials Management Program management team and is expected to be an active contributor. Customer and partner groups may include local governments, businesses, consulting firms, manufacturing industries, non-profit organizations, tribal governments, DNR staff, citizens and other government and educational representatives.

For more information, please see the Waste and Materials Management Program Manager position description.

Salary Information

The Waste and Materials Management Program Manager salary is between $43.00 - $50.00 / hour ($89,440.00 - $ 104,000.00 ) depending on qualifications. Plus, excellent benefits.

The classification is a Natural Resources Regional Program Manager which is in pay schedule/range 81 - 02. Pay on appointment will follow the provisions of the State of Wisconsin Compensation Plan.

The State of Wisconsin offers an exemplary benefits package with:
  • Generous paid time off , including at least 3 1/2 weeks of vacation/personal time, nine paid holidays, and ample sick time that rolls over each year with no cap.
  • Excellent and affordable health insurance options (starting at $34/month for single and $83/month for family coverage).
  • Other great insurance options (dental, vision, life, and more).
  • A top-notch retirement program and optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
  • A Well Wisconsin program , offering wellness tools and rewards to employees and spouses.
  • A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their household members tools, resources, and professional consultation services.
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Job Details

Background Checks: The Department of Natural Resources conducts criminal background checks on final applicants prior to job offer. Please note that a criminal charge or conviction on your record will not necessarily disqualify you from state employment. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the DNR does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

Eligibility to work in the United States (I9 Requirement): The Department of Natural Resources does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or anytime during employment. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required Employment Eligibility Form I-9 upon hire.

Probationary Period: A two-year trial period may be required.

Remote Work: Based on an assessment of the goals and work activities, this position may be eligible for remote work. Remote work approval is based on individual circumstances and is subject to supervisor approval and DNR telework policies. Approval is subject to change without notice based on business needs.

Disabled veterans: Qualified veterans with a 30% or more service-connected disability are eligible for non-competitive appointment to permanent positions in classified civil service under s 230.275 WI Stats. Please send your letter of qualifications and resume outlining how you meet the required qualifications for the position listed above in the job announcement along with your DD-214 and documentation of your service connected disability rating (dated within 12-months) to the HR contact listed in this announcement for information on how to apply under this provision. Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.

Travel: Frequent travel within the assigned geographic area, periodic travel into neighboring geographical areas as well as occasional statewide travel.

Qualifications

Please make sure to address and describe ALL of the following qualifications in relation to your experience (by providing a detailed example) within your resume and/or letter of qualifications to be considered for this position:

Minimally qualified candidates will have each of the following qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in environmental protection/natural resources management, chemistry, geology, hydrogeology, geosciences , environmental science, engineering or similar or comparable work experience.
  • Experience leading a team to accomplish a goal (could be formal or informal team leadership, project management, etc.)
  • Experience collaborating across organizations or groups from a wide variety of backgrounds to accomplish a goal (e.g., facility owners, federal, tribal, state and/or local governments, non-profit organizations, etc.)
In addition, highly qualified candidates will have at least one of the following qualifications:
  • Serving as a formal supervisor (e.g., responsible for coaching/mentoring, supervising staff and delegating tasks, leading policy development team, etc.).
  • Professional experience related to solid waste, hazardous waste, landfills, recycling and/or commercial compost.
  • Experience in regulating facilities and enforcement actions.

How To Apply

The steps to apply online are quick and easy! Your application materials, including your resume and letter of qualifications, are used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for further consideration. It is critically important that your application materials clearly describe your experience related to the stated job qualifications. Please review our helpful tips for developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included. Be advised that there will be no opportunity to change your application materials once you have clicked "Submit."

If viewing this posting on an external site (such as indeed.com, etc.), please visit Wisc.Jobs and search for this Job ID: 15845 to complete your application for this posting.

The State of Wisconsin is committed to fostering a fair, equitable, and consistent selection process that is based on merit and utilizes sound competitive selection procedures.

The State of Wisconsin is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants of any race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Questions related to the job and how to apply can be directed to Ulas Karagoren at [redacted] or [redacted]. For general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance, please see the Wisc.Jobs Frequently Asked Questions page.

Deadline to Apply

All applications must be received by 11:59 pm central on Monday, November 11, 2024.

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