Montgomery County, MD Government
Wheaton, Wheaton-Glenmont, MD, USA
Land Use Planning Policy Analyst, Grade N27
Montgomery County Government
Department of Environmental Protection
2425 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, Maryland 20902
Salary Range: $84,599 - $136,359
The mission of the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is to enhance the quality of life in our community by protecting and improving Montgomery County’s air, water, and land in a sustainable, innovative, inclusive, and industry-leading way while fostering smart growth, a thriving more sustainable economy and healthy communities. DEP is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and values diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures. DEP encourages BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), immigrants, women, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
DEP is seeking to fill a fulltime Land Use Planning Policy Analyst position (specializing in Environmental Planning) in the Recycling and Resource Management Division to independently develop comprehensive strategic plans and policy recommendations on sustainable materials management, specifically focused on strategies for waste reduction, reuse and recycling.
The successful candidate will have the following experience, knowledge, and skills:
Thorough knowledge of the strategies and approaches of waste reduction, recycling, and reuse principles and practices.
Thorough knowledge of statistical analysis methods, skill in interpreting information and numerical research data, and preparing comprehensive reports to document program and initiative performance.
Considerable experience in directing and planning technical studies covering a wide range of issues in sustainable materials management.
Ability and skill to present, explain, justify, and defend (orally and in writing) complex issues, regulatory or legislative policies and any proposed modifications, and recommended courses of action.
Outstanding interpersonal skills, strong sense of collaboration, and “people” skills, with expertise in consensus building and working with issues for positive resolution – both within the organization and with external organizations and stakeholder groups.
Ability to effectively supervise a staff of professional and support personnel in the accomplishment of planning objectives.
Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of contract administration.
Ability to conduct and prepare economic cost-benefit analyses on complex program issues.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
The Land Use Planning Policy Analyst will lead and oversee work involving the analysis of nonstandard waste reduction, reuse and recycling information, the conceptualization of unprecedented, creative, and innovative sustainable materials management approaches, identifying various waste management approaches and alternatives, and developing planning and policy recommendations which affect sustainable materials management. This position will present the recommended planning, policy, and program recommendations to higher level officials.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Perform research, benchmarking, evaluation and assessment for innovative and forward-leaning strategies, initiatives and activities to further reduce waste generation, encourage donation, repair/refurbishing of items and materials to increase reuse, and increase recycling achievement.
Develop strategic plans and policy recommendations and develop programs and initiatives to implement policies to further reduce the amount of waste generated, increase reuse, and maximize recycling in the County.
Direct research studies, perform cost-benefit analyses, review and draft legislation and regulations, and prepare strategies for sustainable materials management and new and enhanced programs and initiatives to reduce waste, reuse and recycle more, fully coordinated with other interrelated planning efforts.
Plan, direct, assign, review, and supervise the work of professional and support staff on the New and Enhanced Waste Reduction, Reuse and Recycling Initiatives within the Waste Reduction and Recycling Section.
Provide guidance and leadership in conducting formal briefings and presentations for County officials, and citizen and community groups to advise, recommend, explain, and defend planning proposals pertaining to planning for new and enhanced waste reduction, reuse and recycling initiatives and garner support of officials and groups.
Prepare annual operating budget and Capital Improvements Program recommendations related to planning for new and enhanced waste reduction, reuse, and recycling initiatives.
Provide guidance and leadership on a team in selecting consultants, determining elements of contractual performance, managing contractor performance, and monitoring compliance of contractors with established requirements as well as deliverables, budgetary and schedule targets.
Represent the County Government on interagency/ interjurisdictional boards and organizations on matters relating to the planning for new and enhanced waste reduction, reuse, and recycling initiatives and related issues.
To ensure a positive workplace and to comply with federal, state and County laws, the incumbent is responsible for completing mandatory trainings within the first three to six months or within the specified timeframe.
This position requires the ability to attend meetings or perform work at locations outside of the office, including Montgomery County and other places in the Washington Metropolitan region.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: Thorough (six (6) years) experience in planning, developing, analyzing, and/or implementing new and enhanced waste reduction, reuse and/or recycling programs or initiatives.
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Urban/Community Planning, Public Policy, Environmental Science or related field.
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
Preferred Criteria, Interview Preferences
All applicants will be reviewed by OHR for minimum qualifications. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be rated “Qualified,” placed on the Eligible List, and may be considered for interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are same grade or higher will be placed on Eligible List as a “Transfer” candidate and may be considered for interview.
Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following:
Experience in planning for new, improved and enhanced waste reduction, reuse and recycling initiatives, including programming, including development of strategic and implementation plans, policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
Experience and skill in data collection, data analysis and interpretation for use in formulating strategic recommendations for establishing and improving on new and enhanced waste reduction, reuse and recycling initiatives plans, policies, mandates, programs, and initiatives.
Experience conducting and preparing economic cost-benefit analyses on complex program issues.
Experience in research, benchmarking, and survey research, analyzing varied information and using it to conceptualize innovative new and enhanced initiatives to further reduce waste, increase reuse, and maximize recycling.
Experience communicating, presenting, and discussing complex issues, strategies and recommendations on potentially contentious solid waste related topics to a variety of stakeholder groups, impacted segments of the public, constituents, or other interested parties both orally and in writing.
Experience supervising multiple professional and support personnel, including providing direction, guidance, and mentoring, as well as ensuring accountability in performance.
If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume. You may also be required to provide a writing sample.
Montgomery County Government offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits.
To view the complete job announcement and to apply, please visit our website at www.work4mcg.com , click on “Search Jobs and Apply ”. Search: Land Use Planning Policy Analyst – Job# 2024-00281 .
Interested candidates must create an online account in order to apply.
This Recruitment Closes November 8, 2024
All resume submissions must address the preferred criteria for the position,
preferably in a separate section of the resume.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Resume Preparation Tips
listed under the “Career Resources” tab on the Office of Human Resource’s MCG Careers webpage.
EOE. M/F/H.
Full Time
Land Use Planning Policy Analyst, Grade N27
Montgomery County Government
Department of Environmental Protection
2425 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, Maryland 20902
Salary Range: $84,599 - $136,359
The mission of the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is to enhance the quality of life in our community by protecting and improving Montgomery County’s air, water, and land in a sustainable, innovative, inclusive, and industry-leading way while fostering smart growth, a thriving more sustainable economy and healthy communities. DEP is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and values diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures. DEP encourages BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), immigrants, women, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
DEP is seeking to fill a fulltime Land Use Planning Policy Analyst position (specializing in Environmental Planning) in the Recycling and Resource Management Division to independently develop comprehensive strategic plans and policy recommendations on sustainable materials management, specifically focused on strategies for waste reduction, reuse and recycling.
The successful candidate will have the following experience, knowledge, and skills:
Thorough knowledge of the strategies and approaches of waste reduction, recycling, and reuse principles and practices.
Thorough knowledge of statistical analysis methods, skill in interpreting information and numerical research data, and preparing comprehensive reports to document program and initiative performance.
Considerable experience in directing and planning technical studies covering a wide range of issues in sustainable materials management.
Ability and skill to present, explain, justify, and defend (orally and in writing) complex issues, regulatory or legislative policies and any proposed modifications, and recommended courses of action.
Outstanding interpersonal skills, strong sense of collaboration, and “people” skills, with expertise in consensus building and working with issues for positive resolution – both within the organization and with external organizations and stakeholder groups.
Ability to effectively supervise a staff of professional and support personnel in the accomplishment of planning objectives.
Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of contract administration.
Ability to conduct and prepare economic cost-benefit analyses on complex program issues.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
The Land Use Planning Policy Analyst will lead and oversee work involving the analysis of nonstandard waste reduction, reuse and recycling information, the conceptualization of unprecedented, creative, and innovative sustainable materials management approaches, identifying various waste management approaches and alternatives, and developing planning and policy recommendations which affect sustainable materials management. This position will present the recommended planning, policy, and program recommendations to higher level officials.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Perform research, benchmarking, evaluation and assessment for innovative and forward-leaning strategies, initiatives and activities to further reduce waste generation, encourage donation, repair/refurbishing of items and materials to increase reuse, and increase recycling achievement.
Develop strategic plans and policy recommendations and develop programs and initiatives to implement policies to further reduce the amount of waste generated, increase reuse, and maximize recycling in the County.
Direct research studies, perform cost-benefit analyses, review and draft legislation and regulations, and prepare strategies for sustainable materials management and new and enhanced programs and initiatives to reduce waste, reuse and recycle more, fully coordinated with other interrelated planning efforts.
Plan, direct, assign, review, and supervise the work of professional and support staff on the New and Enhanced Waste Reduction, Reuse and Recycling Initiatives within the Waste Reduction and Recycling Section.
Provide guidance and leadership in conducting formal briefings and presentations for County officials, and citizen and community groups to advise, recommend, explain, and defend planning proposals pertaining to planning for new and enhanced waste reduction, reuse and recycling initiatives and garner support of officials and groups.
Prepare annual operating budget and Capital Improvements Program recommendations related to planning for new and enhanced waste reduction, reuse, and recycling initiatives.
Provide guidance and leadership on a team in selecting consultants, determining elements of contractual performance, managing contractor performance, and monitoring compliance of contractors with established requirements as well as deliverables, budgetary and schedule targets.
Represent the County Government on interagency/ interjurisdictional boards and organizations on matters relating to the planning for new and enhanced waste reduction, reuse, and recycling initiatives and related issues.
To ensure a positive workplace and to comply with federal, state and County laws, the incumbent is responsible for completing mandatory trainings within the first three to six months or within the specified timeframe.
This position requires the ability to attend meetings or perform work at locations outside of the office, including Montgomery County and other places in the Washington Metropolitan region.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: Thorough (six (6) years) experience in planning, developing, analyzing, and/or implementing new and enhanced waste reduction, reuse and/or recycling programs or initiatives.
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Urban/Community Planning, Public Policy, Environmental Science or related field.
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
Preferred Criteria, Interview Preferences
All applicants will be reviewed by OHR for minimum qualifications. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be rated “Qualified,” placed on the Eligible List, and may be considered for interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are same grade or higher will be placed on Eligible List as a “Transfer” candidate and may be considered for interview.
Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following:
Experience in planning for new, improved and enhanced waste reduction, reuse and recycling initiatives, including programming, including development of strategic and implementation plans, policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
Experience and skill in data collection, data analysis and interpretation for use in formulating strategic recommendations for establishing and improving on new and enhanced waste reduction, reuse and recycling initiatives plans, policies, mandates, programs, and initiatives.
Experience conducting and preparing economic cost-benefit analyses on complex program issues.
Experience in research, benchmarking, and survey research, analyzing varied information and using it to conceptualize innovative new and enhanced initiatives to further reduce waste, increase reuse, and maximize recycling.
Experience communicating, presenting, and discussing complex issues, strategies and recommendations on potentially contentious solid waste related topics to a variety of stakeholder groups, impacted segments of the public, constituents, or other interested parties both orally and in writing.
Experience supervising multiple professional and support personnel, including providing direction, guidance, and mentoring, as well as ensuring accountability in performance.
If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume. You may also be required to provide a writing sample.
Montgomery County Government offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits.
To view the complete job announcement and to apply, please visit our website at www.work4mcg.com , click on “Search Jobs and Apply ”. Search: Land Use Planning Policy Analyst – Job# 2024-00281 .
Interested candidates must create an online account in order to apply.
This Recruitment Closes November 8, 2024
All resume submissions must address the preferred criteria for the position,
preferably in a separate section of the resume.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Resume Preparation Tips
listed under the “Career Resources” tab on the Office of Human Resource’s MCG Careers webpage.
EOE. M/F/H.
Montgomery County, MD Government
Wheaton, Wheaton-Glenmont, MD, USA
Recycling Coordinator (Program Manager II), Grade N25 Montgomery County Government Department of Environmental Protection 2425 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, Maryland 20902
Salary Range: $77,629 - $124,575
The mission of the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is to enhance the quality of life in our community by protecting and improving Montgomery County’s air, water, and land in a sustainable, innovative, inclusive, and industry-leading way while fostering smart growth, a thriving more sustainable economy and healthy communities. DEP is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and values diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures. DEP encourages BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), immigrants, women, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR DEP is seeking to fill a fulltime Program Manager II (Recycling Coordinator) in the Recycling and Resource Management Division to effectively get every business, non-profit organization, Federal, State, and local government facility, multi-family apartment and condominium property, single-family household, employee, and resident to increase their waste reduction, reuse, and recycling efforts.
It is essential that the County minimizes the amount of waste generated by maximizing efforts to reduce waste before a material, product or packaging is used, reused and/or repurpose goods and materials before the items must be either recycled (if possible) and/or disposed, and increase the recycling of recyclable materials, including materials that are not currently recyclable in the County but that may be feasible to recycle in the future. Therefore, we are looking for an individual who can perform work involving the analysis of nonstandard waste reduction, reuse and recycling information, the conceptualizing of creative and innovative sustainable materials management approaches, identifying various waste management approaches and alternatives, and developing recommendations/drafting decisions which affect sustainable materials management for the consideration of or issuance by a higher level official or manager.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING This position will coordinate within the same or other departments and agencies of the County Government, State and Federal agencies, non-profit and private sector organizations, to work toward mutual goals, in the process of planning and coordinating management of recycling programs, initiatives or resolving program operating issues. This position will provide day-to-day planning, support, and coordination, and devise new recycling approaches, methods, or procedures for use by subordinate employees carrying out program activities, and other Section employees in implementing, managing, and carrying out activities to further reduce waste, increase reuse, and maximize recycling. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Plan, design, develop, and manage programs and activities to further reduce waste, increase reuse of items and materials, and recycle more materials to meet the County’s solid waste management goals and objectives.
Conduct research, develop and implement studies, perform evaluation, analysis, and benchmarking to assess the effectiveness of programs and initiatives, to both improve and expand existing programs and develop new initiatives.
Oversee and manage development and implementation of outreach and education strategies, campaigns, and initiatives to maintain a high level of awareness and understanding and to change behavior to further reduce waste, increase donation, repair and reuse of items and materials, and increase recycling throughout the County.
Coordinate development of varied educational materials and resources, including videos, printed materials, broad-based multi-media education and awareness campaigns (including radio, television, out-of-home, print media, electronic media), social media messaging and graphics on various platforms, web-based materials, motivational presentations, etc. to communicate and promote waste reduction, reuse, and recycling programs to diverse audiences.
Supervise a team of multiple professional staff members simultaneously, to implement and manage waste reduction, reuse, and recycling programs and initiatives; monitor and guide the activities of staff and contractors conducting studies and implementing various components of the County’s sustainable materials management plans.
Assist in preparing the operating budget and Capital Improvements Program recommendations related to planning for and implementation of new and enhanced waste reduction, reuse and recycling initiatives.
Prepare annual reporting of the status and implementation of waste reduction, reuse, and recycling programs, activities, and initiatives.
Coordinate development of partnerships, collaborate with stakeholders, represent the Section at community meetings and events, providing technical expertise and education on waste reduction, reuse and recycling program planning and initiatives, and garner support in implementing additional programs and initiatives.
Assist in developing and managing contracts, which may include preparing requests for proposals (RFP’s), reviewing bids and proposals, contract preparation and processing, administration of funds, and oversight of contractor performance.
To ensure a positive workplace and to comply with federal, state and County laws, the incumbent is responsible for completing mandatory trainings within the first three to six months or within the specified timeframe.
This position REQUIRES possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive a County vehicle because this position frequently attends meetings and performs other work at locations throughout Montgomery County, and in nearby jurisdictions or in remote areas that may not be readily accessible by public transportation.
This position also frequently convenes, meets with, and presents information to community members, including residents, multi-family property owners, managers, staff and residents, business/non-profit organization/government facility owners, managers, employees, and representatives. These meetings often occur in the evenings and on weekends.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience: Thorough (five (5) years) experience in planning, developing, and/or implementing waste reduction, reuse, and recycling programs or initiatives. Supervisory experience is required.
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree.
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
License: Possession of a valid Class “C” (or equivalent) driver’s license from the applicant’s state of residence.
Preferred Criteria, Interview Preferences All applicants will be reviewed by OHR for minimum qualifications. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be rated “Qualified,” placed on the Eligible List, and may be considered for interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are same grade or higher will be placed on Eligible List as a “Transfer” candidate and may be considered for interview.
Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following:
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Education, Resource Management, Urban/Community Planning, Urban Design, Science, Environmental Science, or Public Administration.
Experience developing, implementing, and managing outreach and education messaging, campaigns, initiatives, and activities using array of formats, platforms, and methods to change the behavior of others, including targeted education efforts, broad-based multi-media, as well as social media.
Experience developing, implementing, and managing waste reduction, reuse and recycling initiatives and activities, including establishing implementation plans, procedures, laws, regulations, and programs.
Experience collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data and information and applying this to develop new, improve and expand existing programs to reduce waste, reuse and recycle more.
Experience presenting, explaining, justifying, and defending complex solid waste related mandates, policies and issues to various audiences and segments of the community.
Experience managing projects and technical studies pertaining to waste reduction, reuse, and recycling, including multiple deliverables, milestones, and deadlines.
If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume. You may also be required to provide a writing sample.
Montgomery County Government offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits.
To view the complete job announcement and to apply, please visit our website at www.work4mcg.com , click on “Search Jobs and Apply”.
Search Recycling Coordinator (Program Manager II) – Job# 2024-00241.
Interested candidates must create an online account in order to apply.
This Recruitment Closes October 31, 2024
All resume submissions must address the preferred criteria for the position, preferably in a separate section of the resume.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Resume Preparation Tips listed under the “Career Resources” tab on the Office of Human Resource’s MCG Careers webpage.
EOE. M/F/H.
Full Time
Recycling Coordinator (Program Manager II), Grade N25 Montgomery County Government Department of Environmental Protection 2425 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, Maryland 20902
Salary Range: $77,629 - $124,575
The mission of the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is to enhance the quality of life in our community by protecting and improving Montgomery County’s air, water, and land in a sustainable, innovative, inclusive, and industry-leading way while fostering smart growth, a thriving more sustainable economy and healthy communities. DEP is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and values diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures. DEP encourages BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), immigrants, women, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR DEP is seeking to fill a fulltime Program Manager II (Recycling Coordinator) in the Recycling and Resource Management Division to effectively get every business, non-profit organization, Federal, State, and local government facility, multi-family apartment and condominium property, single-family household, employee, and resident to increase their waste reduction, reuse, and recycling efforts.
It is essential that the County minimizes the amount of waste generated by maximizing efforts to reduce waste before a material, product or packaging is used, reused and/or repurpose goods and materials before the items must be either recycled (if possible) and/or disposed, and increase the recycling of recyclable materials, including materials that are not currently recyclable in the County but that may be feasible to recycle in the future. Therefore, we are looking for an individual who can perform work involving the analysis of nonstandard waste reduction, reuse and recycling information, the conceptualizing of creative and innovative sustainable materials management approaches, identifying various waste management approaches and alternatives, and developing recommendations/drafting decisions which affect sustainable materials management for the consideration of or issuance by a higher level official or manager.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING This position will coordinate within the same or other departments and agencies of the County Government, State and Federal agencies, non-profit and private sector organizations, to work toward mutual goals, in the process of planning and coordinating management of recycling programs, initiatives or resolving program operating issues. This position will provide day-to-day planning, support, and coordination, and devise new recycling approaches, methods, or procedures for use by subordinate employees carrying out program activities, and other Section employees in implementing, managing, and carrying out activities to further reduce waste, increase reuse, and maximize recycling. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Plan, design, develop, and manage programs and activities to further reduce waste, increase reuse of items and materials, and recycle more materials to meet the County’s solid waste management goals and objectives.
Conduct research, develop and implement studies, perform evaluation, analysis, and benchmarking to assess the effectiveness of programs and initiatives, to both improve and expand existing programs and develop new initiatives.
Oversee and manage development and implementation of outreach and education strategies, campaigns, and initiatives to maintain a high level of awareness and understanding and to change behavior to further reduce waste, increase donation, repair and reuse of items and materials, and increase recycling throughout the County.
Coordinate development of varied educational materials and resources, including videos, printed materials, broad-based multi-media education and awareness campaigns (including radio, television, out-of-home, print media, electronic media), social media messaging and graphics on various platforms, web-based materials, motivational presentations, etc. to communicate and promote waste reduction, reuse, and recycling programs to diverse audiences.
Supervise a team of multiple professional staff members simultaneously, to implement and manage waste reduction, reuse, and recycling programs and initiatives; monitor and guide the activities of staff and contractors conducting studies and implementing various components of the County’s sustainable materials management plans.
Assist in preparing the operating budget and Capital Improvements Program recommendations related to planning for and implementation of new and enhanced waste reduction, reuse and recycling initiatives.
Prepare annual reporting of the status and implementation of waste reduction, reuse, and recycling programs, activities, and initiatives.
Coordinate development of partnerships, collaborate with stakeholders, represent the Section at community meetings and events, providing technical expertise and education on waste reduction, reuse and recycling program planning and initiatives, and garner support in implementing additional programs and initiatives.
Assist in developing and managing contracts, which may include preparing requests for proposals (RFP’s), reviewing bids and proposals, contract preparation and processing, administration of funds, and oversight of contractor performance.
To ensure a positive workplace and to comply with federal, state and County laws, the incumbent is responsible for completing mandatory trainings within the first three to six months or within the specified timeframe.
This position REQUIRES possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive a County vehicle because this position frequently attends meetings and performs other work at locations throughout Montgomery County, and in nearby jurisdictions or in remote areas that may not be readily accessible by public transportation.
This position also frequently convenes, meets with, and presents information to community members, including residents, multi-family property owners, managers, staff and residents, business/non-profit organization/government facility owners, managers, employees, and representatives. These meetings often occur in the evenings and on weekends.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience: Thorough (five (5) years) experience in planning, developing, and/or implementing waste reduction, reuse, and recycling programs or initiatives. Supervisory experience is required.
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree.
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
License: Possession of a valid Class “C” (or equivalent) driver’s license from the applicant’s state of residence.
Preferred Criteria, Interview Preferences All applicants will be reviewed by OHR for minimum qualifications. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be rated “Qualified,” placed on the Eligible List, and may be considered for interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are same grade or higher will be placed on Eligible List as a “Transfer” candidate and may be considered for interview.
Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following:
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Education, Resource Management, Urban/Community Planning, Urban Design, Science, Environmental Science, or Public Administration.
Experience developing, implementing, and managing outreach and education messaging, campaigns, initiatives, and activities using array of formats, platforms, and methods to change the behavior of others, including targeted education efforts, broad-based multi-media, as well as social media.
Experience developing, implementing, and managing waste reduction, reuse and recycling initiatives and activities, including establishing implementation plans, procedures, laws, regulations, and programs.
Experience collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data and information and applying this to develop new, improve and expand existing programs to reduce waste, reuse and recycle more.
Experience presenting, explaining, justifying, and defending complex solid waste related mandates, policies and issues to various audiences and segments of the community.
Experience managing projects and technical studies pertaining to waste reduction, reuse, and recycling, including multiple deliverables, milestones, and deadlines.
If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume. You may also be required to provide a writing sample.
Montgomery County Government offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits.
To view the complete job announcement and to apply, please visit our website at www.work4mcg.com , click on “Search Jobs and Apply”.
Search Recycling Coordinator (Program Manager II) – Job# 2024-00241.
Interested candidates must create an online account in order to apply.
This Recruitment Closes October 31, 2024
All resume submissions must address the preferred criteria for the position, preferably in a separate section of the resume.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Resume Preparation Tips listed under the “Career Resources” tab on the Office of Human Resource’s MCG Careers webpage.
EOE. M/F/H.
Montgomery County, MD Government
Wheaton, Wheaton-Glenmont, MD, USA
Manager III (Planning, Design, Construction & Monitoring), Grade M3 Montgomery County Government Department of Environmental Protection 2425 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, Maryland 20902
Salary Range: $91,663 - $162,254
The mission of the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is to enhance the quality of life in our community by protecting and improving Montgomery County’s air, water, and land in a sustainable, innovative, inclusive, and industry-leading way while fostering smart growth, a thriving more sustainable economy and healthy communities. DEP is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and values diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures. DEP encourages BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), immigrants, women, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
DEP is seeking to fill a Manager III (Section Chief) position to lead the Planning, Design, Construction and Monitoring Section within the Recycling and Resource Management Division. This individual will lead a team of planners and engineers in the section and will be responsible for planning, management, and implementation of large, complex construction projects for the Division’s capital improvement project programs, operational facilities upgrades, and landfill remediation projects.
The successful candidate will have the following experience, knowledge, and skills:
Experience applying the principles, practices, requirements, systems, procedures and methods appropriate to construction management, contract administration, budget and financial management and human resources management.
Experience with complex engineering requirements affecting construction of waste and recycling facilities.
Ability to control large scale critical assignments through program/project planning techniques
Ability to plan, direct and supervise the work of subordinate professional, administrative, and/or labor/trades personnel.
Ability to strategically plan, organize, coordinate, and administer the operations of one or more organizational units.
Ability to make decisions and solve administrative and operational problems arising in the organizational unit managed.
Skill in oral and written communication to multiple audiences and organizations in varying situations sufficient to develop defenses of and justifications for recommended courses of action; and, to gain compliance, cooperation, work integration, and/or understanding outside of immediate organization.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with officials, managers, employees and the public.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING The Manager III will be responsible for implementing projects to improve the County’s Solid Waste infrastructure and meet the County’s Permits and Remediation Requirements. As such, this individual will coordinate with engineering consultants, construction contractors, permitting agencies, and construction quality control. The Manager III will also be responsible for overseeing the planning, design, and implementation of capital and non-capital projects which include but is not limited to:
Gude Landfill Remediation: projected to be a 7-year project.
Gude Landfill solar project: to be done after the remediation is complete
Oaks Landfill solar project
Material Recovery Facility upgrade
A compost facility to process food scraps
Transfer Station modifications to allow top loading of tractor trailer or building a new transfer station
Transfer Station redesign to incorporate new Zero Waste initiatives or building a new residential drop-off center offsite
New scales and scale house for Transfer station
30-year Post closure monitoring and repairs for Oaks and Gude landfill
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
Manage capital improvement projects (CIP) design activities and serve as the Contract Administrator responsible for supervising staff activities related to CIP design, permitting and planning such as design engineer contract management and administration; quality assurance to ensure engineer’s compliance with contractual requirements; budget control; schedule control; and conformance with regulatory and permitting requirements. Additionally, the position reviews/verifies/accepts engineers’ work; reviews and approves invoices; resolves engineering issues as the technical authority; and negotiates and authorizes additional work order changes in the best interest of the County.
Manage CIP construction activities and serve as the Contract Administrator responsible for supervising staff activities related to CIP construction such as constructability planning; construction contract management; administration; quality assurance to ensure construction contractors’ compliance with project plans and specifications; budget control; schedule control; and conformance with regulatory and permitting requirements. Additionally, the position reviews/verifies/accepts contractors’ work; reviews and approves invoices; resolves construction issues as the technical authority; negotiates and authorizes work order changes in the best interest of the County.
Explore solid waste industry technology advances and innovative ideas, work in conjunction with the other Manager III’s in the Division to identify processes where new technologies can be implemented and that can lead to gains in productivity and efficiencies, and propose, design, plan and implement CIP projects that can achieve positive sustainable outcomes (i.e., infrastructure needed for the conversion of diesel curbside collection vehicles into electrical vehicles).
Prepare and manage the budget of $70 - $100 million or more; coordinating with other sections in department and Senior Accountant; and monitoring CIP expenditures versus budget.
Supervise and oversee Design Project Managers (Engineers); Planners (Planning Specialists); Construction Project Managers (Engineers); and Maintenance Engineers.
Develop contractual documents including Requests for Proposals, bid packages for Invitations for Bids, Engineering and Construction Task Orders, Scopes of Services, contracts, and amendments, as well as negotiating or directing the negotiations of contracts, task orders, changes and other contractual documents with contractors, consultant engineers and other firms.
This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive a County vehicle to travel frequently to worksites to inspect and oversee construction jobsites as well as meet with contracting staff and attend meetings and perform other work at various locations throughout Montgomery County.
Occasional evening or weekend work is required.
As a manager/supervisor of unionized employees, this position has a responsibility for fostering a positive labor relations environment based on mutual trust, respect, and cooperation.
To ensure a positive workplace and to comply with federal, state and County laws, the incumbent is responsible for completing mandatory trainings within the first three to six months or within the specified timeframe.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience: Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in construction management, engineering, solid waste facility management or waste-to-energy facility management.
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree.
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. License: Possession of a valid Class “C” (or equivalent) driver’s license from the applicant’s state of residence. Preferred Criteria, Interview Preferences All applicants will be reviewed by OHR for minimum qualifications. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be rated “Qualified,” placed on the Eligible List, and may be considered for interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are same grade or higher will be placed on Eligible List as a “Transfer” candidate and may be considered for interview. Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following:
Possession of an active Professional Engineer’s License.
Experience managing a capital project program and organization across the capital project life-cycle – planning/assessment, design, permitting, implementation, construction and monitoring.
Experience developing a multi-year capital improvements program plan and budget.
Experience in contract management including development of solicitations, work orders, bid documents and cost estimates; payment approval; and contract negotiations and disputes.
Experience supervising technical and non-technical staff (i.e., engineers, planners, technicians, inspectors, and contractors) following all applicable policies, personnel regulations, and collective bargaining agreements.
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.
If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume. You may also be required to provide a writing sample.
Montgomery County Government offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits.
To view the complete job announcement and to apply, please visit our website at www.work4mcg.com , click on “Search Jobs and Apply”. Search: Manager III, Planning, Design, Construction and Monitoring – Job # 2024-00238 Interested candidates must create an online account in order to apply.
This Recruitment Closes October 31, 2024
All resume submissions must address the preferred criteria for the position, preferably in a separate section of the resume.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Resume Preparation Tips listed under the “Career Resources” tab on the Office of Human Resource’s MCG Careers webpage.
EOE. M/F/H.
Full Time
Manager III (Planning, Design, Construction & Monitoring), Grade M3 Montgomery County Government Department of Environmental Protection 2425 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, Maryland 20902
Salary Range: $91,663 - $162,254
The mission of the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is to enhance the quality of life in our community by protecting and improving Montgomery County’s air, water, and land in a sustainable, innovative, inclusive, and industry-leading way while fostering smart growth, a thriving more sustainable economy and healthy communities. DEP is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and values diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures. DEP encourages BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), immigrants, women, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
DEP is seeking to fill a Manager III (Section Chief) position to lead the Planning, Design, Construction and Monitoring Section within the Recycling and Resource Management Division. This individual will lead a team of planners and engineers in the section and will be responsible for planning, management, and implementation of large, complex construction projects for the Division’s capital improvement project programs, operational facilities upgrades, and landfill remediation projects.
The successful candidate will have the following experience, knowledge, and skills:
Experience applying the principles, practices, requirements, systems, procedures and methods appropriate to construction management, contract administration, budget and financial management and human resources management.
Experience with complex engineering requirements affecting construction of waste and recycling facilities.
Ability to control large scale critical assignments through program/project planning techniques
Ability to plan, direct and supervise the work of subordinate professional, administrative, and/or labor/trades personnel.
Ability to strategically plan, organize, coordinate, and administer the operations of one or more organizational units.
Ability to make decisions and solve administrative and operational problems arising in the organizational unit managed.
Skill in oral and written communication to multiple audiences and organizations in varying situations sufficient to develop defenses of and justifications for recommended courses of action; and, to gain compliance, cooperation, work integration, and/or understanding outside of immediate organization.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with officials, managers, employees and the public.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING The Manager III will be responsible for implementing projects to improve the County’s Solid Waste infrastructure and meet the County’s Permits and Remediation Requirements. As such, this individual will coordinate with engineering consultants, construction contractors, permitting agencies, and construction quality control. The Manager III will also be responsible for overseeing the planning, design, and implementation of capital and non-capital projects which include but is not limited to:
Gude Landfill Remediation: projected to be a 7-year project.
Gude Landfill solar project: to be done after the remediation is complete
Oaks Landfill solar project
Material Recovery Facility upgrade
A compost facility to process food scraps
Transfer Station modifications to allow top loading of tractor trailer or building a new transfer station
Transfer Station redesign to incorporate new Zero Waste initiatives or building a new residential drop-off center offsite
New scales and scale house for Transfer station
30-year Post closure monitoring and repairs for Oaks and Gude landfill
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
Manage capital improvement projects (CIP) design activities and serve as the Contract Administrator responsible for supervising staff activities related to CIP design, permitting and planning such as design engineer contract management and administration; quality assurance to ensure engineer’s compliance with contractual requirements; budget control; schedule control; and conformance with regulatory and permitting requirements. Additionally, the position reviews/verifies/accepts engineers’ work; reviews and approves invoices; resolves engineering issues as the technical authority; and negotiates and authorizes additional work order changes in the best interest of the County.
Manage CIP construction activities and serve as the Contract Administrator responsible for supervising staff activities related to CIP construction such as constructability planning; construction contract management; administration; quality assurance to ensure construction contractors’ compliance with project plans and specifications; budget control; schedule control; and conformance with regulatory and permitting requirements. Additionally, the position reviews/verifies/accepts contractors’ work; reviews and approves invoices; resolves construction issues as the technical authority; negotiates and authorizes work order changes in the best interest of the County.
Explore solid waste industry technology advances and innovative ideas, work in conjunction with the other Manager III’s in the Division to identify processes where new technologies can be implemented and that can lead to gains in productivity and efficiencies, and propose, design, plan and implement CIP projects that can achieve positive sustainable outcomes (i.e., infrastructure needed for the conversion of diesel curbside collection vehicles into electrical vehicles).
Prepare and manage the budget of $70 - $100 million or more; coordinating with other sections in department and Senior Accountant; and monitoring CIP expenditures versus budget.
Supervise and oversee Design Project Managers (Engineers); Planners (Planning Specialists); Construction Project Managers (Engineers); and Maintenance Engineers.
Develop contractual documents including Requests for Proposals, bid packages for Invitations for Bids, Engineering and Construction Task Orders, Scopes of Services, contracts, and amendments, as well as negotiating or directing the negotiations of contracts, task orders, changes and other contractual documents with contractors, consultant engineers and other firms.
This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive a County vehicle to travel frequently to worksites to inspect and oversee construction jobsites as well as meet with contracting staff and attend meetings and perform other work at various locations throughout Montgomery County.
Occasional evening or weekend work is required.
As a manager/supervisor of unionized employees, this position has a responsibility for fostering a positive labor relations environment based on mutual trust, respect, and cooperation.
To ensure a positive workplace and to comply with federal, state and County laws, the incumbent is responsible for completing mandatory trainings within the first three to six months or within the specified timeframe.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience: Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in construction management, engineering, solid waste facility management or waste-to-energy facility management.
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree.
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. License: Possession of a valid Class “C” (or equivalent) driver’s license from the applicant’s state of residence. Preferred Criteria, Interview Preferences All applicants will be reviewed by OHR for minimum qualifications. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be rated “Qualified,” placed on the Eligible List, and may be considered for interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are same grade or higher will be placed on Eligible List as a “Transfer” candidate and may be considered for interview. Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following:
Possession of an active Professional Engineer’s License.
Experience managing a capital project program and organization across the capital project life-cycle – planning/assessment, design, permitting, implementation, construction and monitoring.
Experience developing a multi-year capital improvements program plan and budget.
Experience in contract management including development of solicitations, work orders, bid documents and cost estimates; payment approval; and contract negotiations and disputes.
Experience supervising technical and non-technical staff (i.e., engineers, planners, technicians, inspectors, and contractors) following all applicable policies, personnel regulations, and collective bargaining agreements.
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.
If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume. You may also be required to provide a writing sample.
Montgomery County Government offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits.
To view the complete job announcement and to apply, please visit our website at www.work4mcg.com , click on “Search Jobs and Apply”. Search: Manager III, Planning, Design, Construction and Monitoring – Job # 2024-00238 Interested candidates must create an online account in order to apply.
This Recruitment Closes October 31, 2024
All resume submissions must address the preferred criteria for the position, preferably in a separate section of the resume.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Resume Preparation Tips listed under the “Career Resources” tab on the Office of Human Resource’s MCG Careers webpage.
EOE. M/F/H.
Montgomery County, MD Government
Wheaton, Wheaton-Glenmont, MD, USA
Senior Engineer
Montgomery County Government
Department of Environmental Protection
2425 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, Maryland 20902
Salary Range: $82,135 - $132,387
The mission of the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is to enhance the quality of life in our community by protecting and improving Montgomery County’s air, water, and land in a sustainable, innovative, inclusive, and industry-leading way while fostering smart growth, a thriving more sustainable economy and healthy communities. DEP is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and values diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures. DEP encourages BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), immigrants, women, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.
DEP is seeking to fill a fulltime Senior Engineer position in the Recycling and Resource Management Division, Planning, Design, Construction and Monitoring Section. This is a non-supervisory professional engineering position responsible for managing and leading complex engineering projects that vary from large scale, multifacility, high dollar and long duration (which involve multiple engineering and environmental disciplines, coordination entities and stakeholders), to small scale routine assignments that are short in duration that may include a limited number of participants. This position will also work on special assignments to improve existing solid waste management operations while meeting regulatory compliance requirements and mitigating health and safety concerns.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Manage and coordinate engineering projects which includes environmental studies and technical reviews; material acquisitions; work conformance to design specifications; disaster debris management; and projects to institute good neighbor policies related to the proper operation and handling of municipal solid waste.
Prepare, review, coordinate and monitor work for construction projects which includes scope of work, bid documents, procurement solicitations and final design and construction documents preparation; qualification and selection committee participation; reviewing written proposals and conducting Contractor interviews; contract negotiations; regulations and industry standards implementation; monitoring of Contractor work performance and schedule; and managing the monetary aspects of projects.
Serve as liaison and project manager for contact with public and private officials, engineers, lawyers, contractors, consultants, intergovernmental agencies, community leaders and associations, and County personnel for planning, guidance and coordination purposes.
Coordinate with other County agencies, industry professionals and regulatory authorities for permit compliance and interpretation of industry standard codes and practices.
Present supporting documentation at public hearings to defend County proposals that are often controversial; attend community/neighborhood organization meetings (monthly and as requested) to explain Department policies and programs; and respond to complaints and requests for service regarding solid waste operations.
Develop methods and procedures for determining operational parameters, safety, services, and expenditures.
Develop budget proposals for funding current, expanded, and/or new programs, projects, or services.
Employee may work in industrial sites and sometimes visit work sites to resolve problems. There may be exposure to hazardous materials that require the use of safety gear. This position also involves occasional standing for long periods, walking over rough and uneven terrain, stooping, bending, reaching and occasional climbing at work sites.
The individual selected for this position will be considered an “Essential Employee.” Essential employees must report to work during a period of general emergency or liberal leave.
This position REQUIRES possession of a valid driver’s license from applicant’s state of residence, and the ability to drive a county vehicle to observe and/or perform work on the Transfer Station grounds or site visits.
Certified Project Management Professionals (PMP) and/or Certified Professional Engineers (PE) are encouraged to apply.
To ensure a positive workplace and to comply with federal, state and County laws, the incumbent is responsible for completing mandatory trainings within the first three to six months or within the specified timeframe.
For information about Montgomery County Government’s comprehensive benefits package, please visit the MCG Total Rewards webpage and check out our competitive benefits!
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience: Considerable (five (5) years) experience in civil, chemical, electrical, environmental, industrial, mechanical or systems engineering.
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in engineering or a related discipline appropriate to the assigned position. Registration as a Professional Engineer may substitute for the degree.
Equivalency: An Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, provided such combination includes at least sixty (60) accredited semester hours (or an equivalent amount of accredited professional training) in engineering or related courses appropriate to the assigned position.
License: Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid driver’s license from the applicant’s state of residence.
PREFERRED CRITERIA:
There are NO Preferred Criteria Assessments. All Applicants will be reviewed by the Office of Human Resources (OHR) for minimum qualifications. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be rated “Qualified”, placed on the eligible list, and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications of the same grade or higher will be placed on the Eligible List as a “Transfer” candidate and may be considered for an interview.
Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following:
• Experience in applying engineering knowledge and effective methods on specific administrative, technical, and field related problems.
• Experience with procurement solicitations, scopes of work and pricing forms, qualification and selection evaluations, and contracts for equipment, maintenance, and professional services.
• Experience with the administration and management of large capital improvement projects, programs (greater than $5 million) and contracts including budgets, forecasting, unit price and lump sum pricing categories, work performance monitoring and inspections, project progress reporting, and invoice review and approvals.
• General Knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations associated with solid waste and recycling, hazardous waste management; leachate and industrial discharges; energy applications; erosion and sediment control, and stormwater management.
• General knowledge of safety requirements applicable to industrial sites, construction areas, as well as waste and recycling management facilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for moderating meetings and briefings as well as for preparing letters, reports, presentations, solicitations, and other technical and professional documents.
If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.
Montgomery County Government offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits.
To view the complete job announcement and to apply, please visit our website at
https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/HR/Recruitment/MCGCareers.html
and click on the “Search Jobs and Apply” tab.
Read the full job description under the “General Professional” Job Category.
The requisition number is IRC63219.
Interested candidates must create an online account in order to apply.
This Recruitment Closes June 13, 2024
All resume submissions must address the preferred criteria for the position,
which are listed in the full advertisement, preferably in a separate section of the resume.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Resume Preparation Tips
listed under the “Resources” tab on the Office of Human Resource’s MCG Careers webpage.
EOE. M/F/H.
Full Time
Senior Engineer
Montgomery County Government
Department of Environmental Protection
2425 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, Maryland 20902
Salary Range: $82,135 - $132,387
The mission of the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is to enhance the quality of life in our community by protecting and improving Montgomery County’s air, water, and land in a sustainable, innovative, inclusive, and industry-leading way while fostering smart growth, a thriving more sustainable economy and healthy communities. DEP is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and values diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures. DEP encourages BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), immigrants, women, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.
DEP is seeking to fill a fulltime Senior Engineer position in the Recycling and Resource Management Division, Planning, Design, Construction and Monitoring Section. This is a non-supervisory professional engineering position responsible for managing and leading complex engineering projects that vary from large scale, multifacility, high dollar and long duration (which involve multiple engineering and environmental disciplines, coordination entities and stakeholders), to small scale routine assignments that are short in duration that may include a limited number of participants. This position will also work on special assignments to improve existing solid waste management operations while meeting regulatory compliance requirements and mitigating health and safety concerns.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Manage and coordinate engineering projects which includes environmental studies and technical reviews; material acquisitions; work conformance to design specifications; disaster debris management; and projects to institute good neighbor policies related to the proper operation and handling of municipal solid waste.
Prepare, review, coordinate and monitor work for construction projects which includes scope of work, bid documents, procurement solicitations and final design and construction documents preparation; qualification and selection committee participation; reviewing written proposals and conducting Contractor interviews; contract negotiations; regulations and industry standards implementation; monitoring of Contractor work performance and schedule; and managing the monetary aspects of projects.
Serve as liaison and project manager for contact with public and private officials, engineers, lawyers, contractors, consultants, intergovernmental agencies, community leaders and associations, and County personnel for planning, guidance and coordination purposes.
Coordinate with other County agencies, industry professionals and regulatory authorities for permit compliance and interpretation of industry standard codes and practices.
Present supporting documentation at public hearings to defend County proposals that are often controversial; attend community/neighborhood organization meetings (monthly and as requested) to explain Department policies and programs; and respond to complaints and requests for service regarding solid waste operations.
Develop methods and procedures for determining operational parameters, safety, services, and expenditures.
Develop budget proposals for funding current, expanded, and/or new programs, projects, or services.
Employee may work in industrial sites and sometimes visit work sites to resolve problems. There may be exposure to hazardous materials that require the use of safety gear. This position also involves occasional standing for long periods, walking over rough and uneven terrain, stooping, bending, reaching and occasional climbing at work sites.
The individual selected for this position will be considered an “Essential Employee.” Essential employees must report to work during a period of general emergency or liberal leave.
This position REQUIRES possession of a valid driver’s license from applicant’s state of residence, and the ability to drive a county vehicle to observe and/or perform work on the Transfer Station grounds or site visits.
Certified Project Management Professionals (PMP) and/or Certified Professional Engineers (PE) are encouraged to apply.
To ensure a positive workplace and to comply with federal, state and County laws, the incumbent is responsible for completing mandatory trainings within the first three to six months or within the specified timeframe.
For information about Montgomery County Government’s comprehensive benefits package, please visit the MCG Total Rewards webpage and check out our competitive benefits!
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience: Considerable (five (5) years) experience in civil, chemical, electrical, environmental, industrial, mechanical or systems engineering.
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in engineering or a related discipline appropriate to the assigned position. Registration as a Professional Engineer may substitute for the degree.
Equivalency: An Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, provided such combination includes at least sixty (60) accredited semester hours (or an equivalent amount of accredited professional training) in engineering or related courses appropriate to the assigned position.
License: Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid driver’s license from the applicant’s state of residence.
PREFERRED CRITERIA:
There are NO Preferred Criteria Assessments. All Applicants will be reviewed by the Office of Human Resources (OHR) for minimum qualifications. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be rated “Qualified”, placed on the eligible list, and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications of the same grade or higher will be placed on the Eligible List as a “Transfer” candidate and may be considered for an interview.
Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following:
• Experience in applying engineering knowledge and effective methods on specific administrative, technical, and field related problems.
• Experience with procurement solicitations, scopes of work and pricing forms, qualification and selection evaluations, and contracts for equipment, maintenance, and professional services.
• Experience with the administration and management of large capital improvement projects, programs (greater than $5 million) and contracts including budgets, forecasting, unit price and lump sum pricing categories, work performance monitoring and inspections, project progress reporting, and invoice review and approvals.
• General Knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations associated with solid waste and recycling, hazardous waste management; leachate and industrial discharges; energy applications; erosion and sediment control, and stormwater management.
• General knowledge of safety requirements applicable to industrial sites, construction areas, as well as waste and recycling management facilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for moderating meetings and briefings as well as for preparing letters, reports, presentations, solicitations, and other technical and professional documents.
If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.
Montgomery County Government offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits.
To view the complete job announcement and to apply, please visit our website at
https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/HR/Recruitment/MCGCareers.html
and click on the “Search Jobs and Apply” tab.
Read the full job description under the “General Professional” Job Category.
The requisition number is IRC63219.
Interested candidates must create an online account in order to apply.
This Recruitment Closes June 13, 2024
All resume submissions must address the preferred criteria for the position,
which are listed in the full advertisement, preferably in a separate section of the resume.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Resume Preparation Tips
listed under the “Resources” tab on the Office of Human Resource’s MCG Careers webpage.
EOE. M/F/H.
