Salary: $81,739.19 - $94,000.08 Annually
Location : 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 9385-0471-20241118HDS
Department: 0471 - ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
Opening Date: 11/19/2024
Closing Date: 11/21/2024 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary: $81,739.19
Agency Maximum Salary: $94,000.08
About the Agency: The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality is responsible for protecting the state's air, land, and water. Our mission is to safeguard the health, safety, and welfare of present and future generations of Mississippians by conserving and improving our environment and fostering wise economic growth through focused research and responsible regulation. For more information contact Anna Godfrey at agodfrey@mdeq.ms.gov.
About the Position: Selects, develops, trains and supervises up to three EEIT staff in the Leaking Underground Storage Tank (LUST) Program.Manages the oversight of UST contaminated sites to ensure the protection of human health and the environment.Assists Division Chief and Financial Branch with establishing and modifying goals, objectives and strategies related to LUST Program, Trust Fund, and Federal LUST Fund.Coordinates activities and communicates with regulated community, government agencies, contractors and ERAC, and the general public on matters related to the MDEQ LUST Program.Develop, revise, and maintain SOPs in GARD to ensure compliance with regulations/laws.Assist in oversight of administrative activities for LUST Program and staff.
What you'll need to be Successful: Experience related to the Underground Storage Tank Program; including regulations and remediation; knowledge related to Remediation of petroleum contaminated sites; prior management experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree, a valid certificate of registration as a Professional Engineer from the Mississippi State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors, .and 6+ years of engineering experience.
Characteristics of Work See for information regarding this classifications
Examples of Work Supervisory-level position accountable for administrative and technical work through the leadership of a team of individual contributors. This is typically the first level of supervision over professional individual contributor engineers, in which the focus is on supervision, resource management and the accountability for leadership of staff. Accountable for the results of the team's work outcomes and integration, where relevant, with other teams. Plans and directs the work of the allocated resources of the team. Ensures the work of the team is performed in accordance with overall management objectives. Reviews and reports on work progress and outcomes. Acts as a technical resource to the team in relevant field of engineering discipline. Acts as project manager when designated for that role.
Minimum QualificationsTypically requires a Bachelor's Degree, a valid certificate of registration as a Professional Engineer from the Mississippi State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors, .and 6+ years of engineering experience.
Health/Prescription InsuranceEligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state's health and prescription insurance program. Employees may select either single or family coverage with affordable co-payments. More detail can be found at Know Your Benefits.
Wellness BenefitsEmployees are eligible for a wellness and health promotion program. This plan provides annual benefits for certain services with first-dollar coverage with no deductible.
Life InsuranceAll eligible employees receive an actual term life insurance policy upon employment. The policy coverage is two times the employee's annual salary to a maximum of $100,000. More detail can be found at Life Insurance Choices.
Optional InsurancesMany agencies offer discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance.
Flexible Spending AccountsMany state agencies provide opportunity for employees to participate in pre-tax spending accounts. These accounts allow employees to withhold childcare expenses and unreimbursed medical expenses prior to application of state and federal taxes.
Paid Personal Leave and Sick LeaveFull-time employees receive paid time off for personal needs and for sick leave. Leave begins accruing after one month of employment and may be used as it is accrued. Employees earn approximately 18 days of personal leave annually and 12 days of sick leave annually.
Military LeaveIn accordance with federal law, all employees serving in the armed forces or the military reserves are entitled to 15 days per year for military training.
HolidaysEmployees receive up to 10 paid holidays to enjoy many of our nation's celebrations with family and friends.
Retirement ProgramsThe State of Mississippi provides all its employees a Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Retirement Program. Employees become vested in the State's retirement system after 8 years of employment. Both you and your employing agency contribute toward your retirement. More detailed information regarding the State's retirement program can be found at http://www.pers.state.ms.us
Deferred CompensationState agencies offer several opportunities for their employees to participate in a deferred compensation voluntary retirement savings plan. More information can be found at Deferred Compensation.
State Credit UnionAll state employees are eligible to participate in the Mississippi Public Employees' Credit Union. This organization offers state employees special savings and borrowing plans. For more information about this program, call 601.948.8191.
Tuition ReimbursementMany state agencies provide opportunities for their employees to achieve higher education through tuition reimbursement. Common programs include medical and nursing fields, accounting, and business/administrative fields.
Career Development and TrainingThe Mississippi State Personnel Board offers several management and administrative certification programs, as well as professional development courses to enhance employee value to the agency. Individual agencies also offer technical training and allow membership in professional organizations to employees in their specific fields of employment.
Promotional OpportunitiesEmployees who have completed 6 or more months of service are eligible for promotional opportunities within state government employment. Minimum qualifications must be met.
Career LaddersMany job classifications provide career-ladder opportunities based upon attainment of competencies. These career ladders can increase an individual's salary, provided funds are available within the agency.
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What is the highest level of education (or semester hours of college) you have completed?
- None
- GED or High School Equivalency Diploma / High School Diploma
- 30 semester hours
- Associate's Degree / 60 semester hours
- 90 semester hours
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Specialist Degree
- Doctorate Degree
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Do you possess a valid certificate of registration as a Professional Engineer from the Mississippi State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors?
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How many years of engineering experience do you have?
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- 1 year of experience
- 2 years of experience
- 3 years of experience
- 4 years of experience
- 5 years of experience
- 6 years of experience
- 7 years of experience
- 8 years of experience
- 9 years of experience
- 10 years of experience
- More than 10 years
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