Deputy Director 2024-03086
Apply NowCompany: State of Wyoming
Location: Cheyenne, WY 82001
Description:
Salary: $10,954.30 - $12,171.44 Monthly
Location : Cheyenne, WY
Job Type: Permanent Full-time
Job Number: 2024-03086
Department: Department of Environmental Quality
Division: Admin
Opening Date: 12/27/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Job Classification: EXMT04
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Reports directly to the Director of the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and acts as a delegate in areas relating to agency representation. This is an At-Will position and is appointed by the director.
Human Resource Contact: DEQ HR /
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference will be given to those with ten (10) years of experience in either governmental or private business.
Preference will be given to those with a least four (4) years of related environmental experience.
Preference will be given to those with an advanced degree in engineering, environmental science, law, or a related field of study.
KNOWLEDGE:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
None - See "Preferences"
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
NOTES:
Supplemental Information
020-Department of Environmental Quality - Administration Division
Click to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL:
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.
There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!
to learn more!
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(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
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(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
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Do you have 10 years of experience in either governmental or private business?
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(AA) Describe your relevant experience in governmental or private business.
05
Do you have 4 or more years of related environmental experience?
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Please describe your environmental experience.
07
Do you have an advanced degree in engineering, environmental science, law, or a related field of study?
08
If yes, please specify the field of study, the degree earned, and the institution where it was obtained.
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(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?
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(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus.
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(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.
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(A) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.I have read and understand the above statement.
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Location : Cheyenne, WY
Job Type: Permanent Full-time
Job Number: 2024-03086
Department: Department of Environmental Quality
Division: Admin
Opening Date: 12/27/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Job Classification: EXMT04
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Reports directly to the Director of the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and acts as a delegate in areas relating to agency representation. This is an At-Will position and is appointed by the director.
Human Resource Contact: DEQ HR /
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.
- Represent the agency in assigned intergovernmental and intragovernmental initiatives and public processes, utilizing persuasive communication to justify actions and decisions while fostering understanding and support.
- Assists permit and license applicants in navigating and completing the permitting or licensing process of the agency.
- Serve on a variety of committees that develop policy positions governing the environment.
- Reviews and drafts comments related to federal rules, policies, and other actions.
- Assists the Director in developing overall policy guidance and program management direction to support the Missions and Values.
- Advises the Director on technical and legal matters as needed.
- Coordinates Agency responses to Federal actions that have the potential to impact the Wyoming environment.
- Participates on the Department management team.
- Establishes and recommends the Director's department objectives after evaluating constituent interests and regulatory, social, and budgetary constraints.
- Reviews the work product generated by staff to ensure statewide consistency and makes decisions requiring independent judgment regarding compliance with relevant standards.
- Responsible for special projects and non-routine tasks as assigned by the Director.
- Coordinates and partners with other DEQ divisions and other state and federal agencies.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference will be given to those with ten (10) years of experience in either governmental or private business.
Preference will be given to those with a least four (4) years of related environmental experience.
Preference will be given to those with an advanced degree in engineering, environmental science, law, or a related field of study.
KNOWLEDGE:
- Skills in interpersonal, written, and verbal communications; personnel management and employee relations; negotiation and mediation skills; map and drawing reading; decision making; public speaking and fiscal management.
- Ability to develop collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals and to build strategic relationships among people, work groups, and divisions; deal with others in difficult and complex situations to achieve resolution or adherence to laws and/or rules and regulations; present and convey information clearly and concisely to groups or individuals verbally, electronically and in writing to ensure they understand the information.
- Knowledge of agency goals and values, evaluation and goal setting, coaching, and management techniques.
- Knowledge of industrial, land, energy, fuel, air, water, mining and pollution issues.
- Skills in interpersonal relations and adversarial situations.
- Skills in dealing with elected officials at the local, county, state, and federal levels.
- Skills in management techniques and in planning and promoting cooperation.
- Ability to receive broad instructions and develop program plans to achieve objectives and policies.
- Ability to recognize competing demands and coordinate program activities with others to achieve public policy goals.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong computer skills.
- Strong negotiation skills.
- Flexible and skilled at anticipating future trends and challenges.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
None - See "Preferences"
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Participation in the various groups as Wyoming's representative may require extensive travel at times.
NOTES:
- FLSA: Exempt
- This is an At-Will position, appointed by the director
Supplemental Information
020-Department of Environmental Quality - Administration Division
Click to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL:
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.
There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!
to learn more!
01
(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
- High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
- Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
- Associate's Degree
- Associate's Degree and additional coursework
- Bachelor's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
- Master's Degree
- Master's Degree and additional coursework
- Doctorate Degree
- Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
- None of the Above
02
(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
- 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
- 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
- 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
- 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
- 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
- N/A
03
Do you have 10 years of experience in either governmental or private business?
- Yes
- No
04
(AA) Describe your relevant experience in governmental or private business.
05
Do you have 4 or more years of related environmental experience?
- Yes
- No
06
Please describe your environmental experience.
07
Do you have an advanced degree in engineering, environmental science, law, or a related field of study?
- Yes
- No
08
If yes, please specify the field of study, the degree earned, and the institution where it was obtained.
09
(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?
- Indeed
- Zip Recruiter
- Wyoming Workforce Center
- Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
- Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
- Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
- Career Fair
- Human Resources Division
- Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
- Current State Employee
- Other
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(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus.
11
(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
12
(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.
- Yes
- No
- I am not a veteran
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.
- Current State Employee
- Veteran - DD214 Attached
- Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veteran's Disability Determination Attached
- Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
- None of the above
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(A) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.I have read and understand the above statement.
- Yes
- No
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