Air Quality Bureau Chief (NMED #12056)

$45.44 - $72.71 Hourly

$94,524 - $151,239 Annually

This position is a Pay Band 95

Posting Details

This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.

Department Name: Environmental Protection Division
Program Area: Air Quality Bureau

Looking for a rewarding career and growth opportunity? The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) is seeking highly engaged talent to assist us in our mission to protect and restore the environment and foster a healthy and prosperous New Mexico for present and future generations. Come be a part of our great team for change! Learn more at: https://www.env.nm.gov/

As a valued new employee to the NMED, you will receive five (5) full days of leave in your leave balances right from your start date.

Why does the job exist?

Overseen by the deputy director of the Environmental Protection Division, this position is responsible for the overall administration of the Air Quality Bureau and its mission to prevent the deterioration of air quality and ensure all New Mexicans benefit from clean air. Additionally, this position works closely with the director of the Environmental Protection Division and the Office of the Secretary on advancing strategic goals and initiatives to ensure lasting success across all programs.

How does it get done?

- Implement the agency's strategic plan by setting and achieving annual objectives for the bureau by working with the Environmental Protection Division Director's Office
- Lead bureau managers by establishing team goals, workload priorities and ensure completion of bureau functions
- Provide technical and regulatory direction to bureau
- Facilitate growth, development and accountability for staff members
- Manage budgets and expenditures, oversee federal and state grants, and coordinate staff recruitment and growth
- Evaluate proposed legislation for its impacts on the state air program
- Extensive communication with contractors, the regulated community, environmental non-profit organizations, and the general public
- Lead bureau participation in national associations that support state air quality programs, such as the Environmental Council of the States (ECOS), the National Association of Clean Air Agencies (NACAA), and the Western States Air Resources Council (WESTAR)
- Guide and direct a diverse professional staff in the Air Quality Bureau to execute key program functions, including air quality monitoring, implementing and enforcing air permits and regulations, issuing air quality permits for various sources, and taking corrective action for non-compliant sources

Who are the customers?

- New Mexicans to protect and restore the environment
- Occasional contact with external Federal, State and Local regulatory bodies as well as contractors and environmental not for profit organizations
- Internal staff

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have experience in the following:
- Leadership, management, and systems change
- Regulatory and technical knowledge in air quality matters
- Project management and the ability to creatively solve problems
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Positive can-do attitude

Minimum Qualification

Master's Degree in Environmental Science, Animal Science, Natural Science, Biological Science, Physical Science and/or chemistry and eight (8) years of work experience in environmental science, animal science, natural sciences, biological science, physical science and/or chemistry. Substitutions apply. See Substitution Table below.

Substitution Table

These combinations of education and experience qualify you for the position:
Education Experience 1 High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 14 years of experience 2 Associate's degree AND 12 years of experience 3 Bachelor's degree AND 10 years of experience 4 Master's degree AND 8 years of experience 5 PhD degree AND 6 years of experience
• Education and years of experience must be related to the purpose of the position.

• If Minimum Qualification requires a specific number of "semester hours" in a field (e.g. 6 semester hours in Accounting), applicants MUST have those semester hours in order to meet the minimum qualifications. No substitutions apply for semester hours.

Employment Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending, reaching and lifting to 25 lbs. may be required. In-state travel up to 20% with optional out-of-state travel.

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Agency Contact Information: Michelle Miano, (505) 479-2596 or Email

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Bargaining Unit Position

This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.