WIPP Program Manager (NMED #21935)

$36.09 - $57.75 Hourly

$75,072 - $120,115 Annually

This position is a Pay Band 85

Posting Details

Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of the closing date.

Department Name: Resource Protection Division
Program Area: Hazardous Waste 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?

The purpose of this position is to lead the Hazardous Waste Bureau Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) Program as Program Manager. The WIPP Program provides oversight for the US Department of Energy's WIPP state issued Hazardous Waste Facility Permit.

How does it get done?

- Identify the objectives, goals, and organizational plans of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) Group to ensure compliance with regulatory and public participation requirements
- Ensure compliance with the WIPP Permit to protect human health and the environment
- Regularly address budgetary issues in collaboration with the Bureau's financial staff
- Analyze information from team members to make informed decisions that guide the WIPP Permitting program in alignment with NMED's mission
- Engage in strategic planning and maintain strong working relationships with financial staff
- Handle administrative, financial, technical, and programmatic responsibilities, including developing new regulations and processes and attending high-level meetings as needed

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:
- Strong leadership and management skills to oversee environmental programs, budgets, and staff, including technical contractors
- Implementing the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act and Hazardous Waste Act regulations, with knowledge of permitting and compliance
- Conducting audits and inspections of federal facilities for regulatory compliance
- Self-starter with excellent organizational skills, capable of anticipating organizational needs, and proficient in both short-term and long-term planning
- Effective communication with strong writing skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced office environment, follow directions, meet short deadlines, and drive systems and workflow process improvements

Minimum Qualification

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Animal Science, Natural Science, Biological Science, Physical Science and/or chemistry and six (6) years of work experience in environmental science, animal science, natural sciences, biological science, physical science and/or chemistry. Substitutions apply. See Substitution Table below. three (3) years of professional level experience operating within parameters and guidelines directly related to the purpose of the position defined by the agency at the time of recruitment.

Substitution Table

These combinations of education and experience qualify you for the position:
Education Experience Education Experience 1 High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 10 years of experience OR High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 10 years of experience 2 Associate's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 8 years of experience Associate's degree or higher in any field AND 10 years of experience 3 Bachelor's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 6 years of experience 4 Master's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 4 years of experience 5 PhD degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 2 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. Up to 15% of travel may be required.

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Agency Contact Information: JohnDavid Nance (505) 629-6764. Email

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Bargaining Unit Position

This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.