Regulatory And Compliance Engineer/Architect I - #26-004590-0001

Introduction

We encourage you to consider an exciting career with the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE). If you are dedicated to protecting and preserving Maryland's air, water, land resources, and safeguarding the health of all its citizens, we invite you to apply and become a part of our team.

MDE is committed to a mission of protecting and restoring the environment for the health and well-being of all Marylanders, with a vision of healthy, vibrant, and sustainable communities and ecosystems throughout the state.

As part of our continuousefforts to optimize performance and drive success the Regulatory
and Compliance Engineer I, is eligible for an annual promotion. The incumbentmay advance
to a higher grade within the classification series, based on satisfactory work performance.

Progressive grade levels include:

Regulatory and Compliance Engineer II Grade 17 $70,743.00-$110,288.00 Yearly
Regulatory and Compliance Engineer III Grade 19 $80,541.00-$125,564.00 Yearly

GRADE 15 LOCATION OF POSITION Water and Science Administration Wastewater Pollution Prevention and Reclamation Program Municipal Discharge Permit Division 1800 Washington Blvd. Baltimore, MD 21230 Main Purpose of Job

The Municipal Wastewater Permit Division within the Waterand Science Administration is seeking a Regulatory and Compliance Engineer.This entry-level position is responsible for protecting Marylands waterquality standards and implementing Federal Clean Water Act requirements. Thisis a field position and work require visiting sites in the surrounding countiesin Maryland. This is a field position, and this role requires visiting varioussites throughout the surrounding counties in Maryland.

As a project manager in this role, responsibilitiesinclude:

• Writing wastewater discharge permits and implementing Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs).
• Managing the permit issuance process, including the preparation of fact sheets, public notices, and responses to comments.
• Meeting with applicants and interested parties.
• Conducting and participating in public meetings.
• Preparing files for judicial review.

The incumbent in this position will be required to drive aState vehicle.

Drivers License : Avalid drivers license with no more than five points is required to operate aState vehicle.

Out-of-State Licenses : Ifyou hold an out-of-state license, you must provide a certified copy of yourdriving record from the appropriate Motor Vehicle Administration at the time ofappointment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must satisfy the minimum qualifications to be considered for this position and move forward in the hiring process. Please read all requirements before applying.

Education : A Bachelor's degree in engineeringor architecture from an accredited college or university.

Experience : None.

Notes :

1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelorsdegree from an accredited college or university with at least 20 credithours in engineering and two years performing engineering orarchitectural work in pollution control, waste remediation, resourceconservation, environmental protection, public health and safety, or relatedareas may be substituted for the required education.

2. Candidates may substitute the possession of acurrent Professional Engineer or Professional Architect registration in theState of Maryland or in a state with comparable requirements for the requirededucation.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forcesmilitary service experience as a commissioned officer in Engineering andArchitecture classifications or Engineering and Architecture specialty codes inthe Environmental field of work on a year-for-year basis for the requirededucation.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Please note that your answers to the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your application to receive credit.

It is preferred that the selected candidate has anengineering degree in the following disciplines:

• Civil
• Environmental
• Water Resources
• Biomedical
• Chemical
• Industrial
• Agricultural

In addition, the selected candidate has previous workingknowledge using water-quality assessment model software such as WASP, QUAL2E,or CORMIX.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Employees in this classification may be subject to call-in twenty-four hours a day, and, therefore, may be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached. SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider the information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

Application must be completed. Do not leave work experience section blank. Do not cut and paste resume or answer see resume. All supplemental questions must be answered thoroughly. Incomplete or one-word answers, such as "yes, " will result in no credit for those responses.

Should you possess a bachelor's/masters degree from a college or university outside of the United States, you must have your educational credentials evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted prior to hire. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. at ... or World Education Services Inc. at ... or ....

All Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986. You must be legally authorized and possess any necessary documents under this Act in order to be hired in the position for which you applied.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

BENEFITS

The State of Maryland offers a generous benefits package that includes:

Flexible work schedules and telework opportunities for many positions

Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis

Generous paid leave that increases with years of service

Paid holidays

Health coverage with low out-of-pocket costs

Employee & employer contributory pension plan

Click on the link below for more information.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

It is highly preferred that you apply online. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit the State paper application and supplemental questionnaire (by the closing date) to ... or mail to:

Maryland Department of the Environment

OHR - Recruitment and Examination Division

1800 Washington Blvd.

Baltimore MD 21230

Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing the application.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Olivia Sterrett at .... If you have difficulties submitting your online application, please contact the Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at ... or ....

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. MDE is dedicated to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We strive to cultivate an inclusive environment where differences are celebrated.