Environmental Programs Manager I

Basic Purpose

Serves as the Oklahoma Military Department’s National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Program Manager responsible for ensuring agency compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act and associated laws, rules, and regulations.

Typical Functions

• Manage the NEPA Program. Assist proponents in the completion of ARNG Environmental Checklists and Records of Environmental Consideration (REC) for construction/maintenance projects and/or training events. Manage all phases of Environmental Assessment (EA) / Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) preparation in accordance with regulatory guidance. Maintain the NEPA Tracker database. Coordinate with Cultural Resource Manager regarding Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) and Tribal Consultation requirements in support of NEPA review requirements. Coordinate with Natural Resource Manager to meet requirements of Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act to analyze the potential for impacts to Threatened or Endangered Species in the project area. Conduct follow up assessments of activities (e.g., construction/remodeling projects) to assess conformance with proposed action as outlined on NEPA documents. Provide NEPA Awareness training on an annual basis to select agency personnel.
• Cross-train and assist in the management of the Natural Resource Management Program as the Alternate Natural Resources Manager in accordance with AR 200-1 and applicable federal requirements (e.g., Endangered Species Act) for OKARNG facilities exclusive of Camp Gruber Training Center. Support Environmental Program Manager for update and review of INRMP, Integrated Wildland Fire Management Plan (IWFMP), Endangered Species Act Section 7 consultation, and the Programmatic Biological Opinion. Assist the Natural Resources Manager in the management of Natural Resources related projects - coordinating with consultants, regulators and other staff to facilitate completion of projects. Work with the Natural Resources Manager when possible, on natural resource management projects to facilitate accomplishment of the projects and expand knowledge, skills and abilities in natural resources management.
• Cross-train and assist in the management of the Integrated Pest Management Program as the Oklahoma Military Department (OMD) Alternate Integrated Pest Management Coordinator in compliance with applicable federal, state and local requirements. Ensure the Integrated Pest Management Plan (IPMP) is reviewed annually. Ensure preparation and submission of an annual Pesticide Use Form (PUF) for OMD facilities. Ensure and validate pesticides for the State Pesticide Use List (SPUL) and ARNG Pesticide Use List (APUL). Conduct inspections of pest management records and pesticide applicator certifications and operations annually.
• Perform the duties of Environmental Coordinator (EC) for an assigned portion of the state and is the point of contact for all environmental issues at assigned facilities. Assists/supports assigned facility managers and Environmental Officers (EOs) with the identification, evaluation, and resolution of environmental issues on a continuing basis IAW the Environmental Coordinator SOP and provide continuous relevant and up to date environmental training to agency personnel.
  
  

Level Descriptor

This is the basic management level of this job family where employees are typically responsible for planning, organizing and supervising the activities of a division of limited to moderate size or scope or a section of a large division involved in the enforcement of state laws and regulations pertaining to the protection of the environment, public health, water resources, or other environmental concerns. Some positions may have responsibility assigned for planning, organizing and supervising a statewide environmental program or project, or for directing environmental programs for a district or area of the state. This includes developing and enforcing compliance standards, initiating investigations, directing enforcement proceedings, and conducting public hearings and meetings related to the program assigned. At this level, employees will provide administrative supervision and technical guidance to a staff of professional and technical personnel.

Education And Experience

A bachelor’s degree with at least 24 semester hours in a physical, natural, or biological science, chemistry, geology, hydrology, physical geography, epidemiology, environmental science, environmental health or civil, agricultural, environmental, geological or chemical engineering plus three years of professional experience in one of the areas listed; or a master’s degree in a qualifying area.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Competencies

• Knowledge and experience with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 and its amendments. Application of common processes to meet the requirements of NEPA.
• Knowledge of environmental program principles and procedures applicable to a wide range of duties in program or functional areas, such as, solid and hazardous waste management, air and water quality management, pollution prevention and control, PCB management, underground storage tank management, natural resource management and cultural resources management, environmental compliance and assessment, etc.
• Skill in applying environmental program knowledge to resolve complex problems involving diverse aspects of environmental protection (i.e., investigations, inspections, environmental oversight, etc.) where procedures require frequent modification or changes in the program or requirements.
• Knowledge of environmental statutes, regulations, permitting requirements and precedent decisions governing environmental operations sufficient to use in planning, implementing and monitoring the environmental programs and services.
• Ability to modify or adapt established environmental methods and procedures to solve problems; ability to evaluate, modify or adapt new methods to meet environmental requirements for specific situations; and/or ability to revise standard methods to improve environmental administration and/or management systems within the agency.
  
  

Special Requirements

Applicant must be willing and able to fulfill all job-related travel normally associated with this position. Some travel out of state for up to one week to attend training will be required. Travel within the state is often required. This position requires a state issued driver’s license and the ability to operate a state vehicle and occasionally drive long distances.

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting for long periods of time
• Use computers, cameras and other IT equipment.
• Long periods of standing and walking indoors and outdoors, must be able to walk over rough terrain, bend, kneel and lift up to 15 lbs.
• Able to climb stairs and ladders
• Working in conditions of both high and low temperatures
• The work involves regular and recurring exposure to moderate risks or discomforts that require special safety precautions (e.g., working at a storage, disposal, or spill site where there is risk of exposure to pesticides, hazardous chemicals, or other pollutants) and may require the use of protective clothing and/or gear as necessary.
• This position requires a state issued driver’s license and the ability to operate a state vehicle.
  
  

Conditions Of Employment

• Contingent on a favorable background check
• Contingent on passing a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening
• Considered essential personnel (work during inclement weather)
• Available to work if called in due to an emergency
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license
• Able to obtain and maintain a Tier 1 security clearance (eligibility for national security positions granted only to persons who are U.S. citizens)
• 12-month trial period
• Federal position which is contingent on continuous federal funding