Arpa Program Manager II

Are you passionate about the environment and want to make a difference? DEQ has an open opportunity for a Program Manager II.

• This is a time-limited position.   It is full-time (40 hours per week) with State Benefits for a limited time.  Although the length of time this position will be active cannot be determined,

it has the potential to extend up to 3 years (36 months).

If you have questions concerning the time-limited status of this position,

 you may inquire at the interview.

This position currently qualifies for a hybrid telework option with routine office and remote workdays. The NC Department of Environmental Quality trusts our employees to be self-motivated and successful in hybrid/remote roles. Telework options are subject to change at the discretion of management.

The primary purpose of this position is to supervise the work effort of the Viable Utilities Projects Unit (https://www.deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/water-infrastructure/viable-utilities) in the review of funding applications, environmental assessments and engineering reports, and engineering drawings and speci?cations, and to provide oversight of the construction management of funded projects. This position assists other Division Supervisors, including the Division Director and Viable Utilities Unit Engineering Supervisor in program development and implementation as needed.

The position will manage engineering and non-engineering staff in the work unit, will closely coordinate with other Viable Utilities Unit and Division of Water Infrastructure supervisors and staff, will review work products of the Viable Utilities Projects Unit, and will provide supervisory support for other Office of Continuous Improvement (OCI) staff in the Viable Utilities Unit.  This position will assume primary responsibility for reporting related to projects funded by the American Rescue Act Plan (ARPA) from the Viable Utilities Unit to OCI.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize and direct work operations, monitor workflow and develop strategies to improve personal and staff performance.

• Continually assess work situations to meet program requirements including development of solutions to unique problems, and development of appropriate priorities, processes, and procedures.

• Analyze, interpret, and/or evaluate program data, reports, or proposals pertaining to work unit to identify and address deficiencies, implement workflow modifications, adjust workloads, and identify key metrics for monitoring and reporting purposes.

• Coordinate and review for completeness the required steps for funding and contracting procedures for projects according to set standards.

• Select, train, mentor and direct professional staff to implement work unit and Division programmatic goals.

Office of Continuous Improvement:

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ) Office of Continuous Improvement is responsible for the planning and implementation of programs, grant administration and sub recipient monitoring designated in the state statute/budget that are primarily focused on executing the programs associated with the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, resiliency programming, and other large scale funding programs which will total about $3.5B in funding

The Division of Water Infrastructure:

The Division of Water Infrastructure (DWI) administers water, wastewater, and stormwater funding programs in the Department of Environmental Quality according to Federal and State laws, including the Water Infrastructure Fund as described in NCGS 159G and the Community Development Block Grants for water and wastewater infrastructure. Water Infrastructure Fund programs include the federal Clean Water State Revolving Fund, the federal Drinking Water State Revolving Fund, the state Viable Utility Reserve, the state Wastewater Reserve, and the state Drinking Water Reserve.

DWI supports the State Water Infrastructure Authority which awards federal and state funding for water and wastewater infrastructure projects. DWI assists eligible applicants in meeting drinking water, stormwater, and wastewater needs to protect public health and the state's water resources. Click here to learn more about the Division of Water Infrastructure.

The NC Department of Environmental Quality:

The primary mission of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is to provide science-based environmental stewardship for the health and prosperity of all North Carolinians. The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the lead stewardship agency for the protection of North Carolina's environmental resources.

The organization, which has offices from the mountains to the coast, administers regulatory programs designed to protect air quality, water quality, and the public's health, and works to advance in all-of-the-above energy strategy that fits North Carolina's needs. DEQ also offers technical assistance to businesses, farmers, local governments, and the public and encourages responsible behavior with respect to the environment through education programs provided at DEQ facilities and through the state's school system. DEQ touches the lives of all North Carolinians in many ways to enhance and ensure our quality of life. Please visit our website at the Department of Environmental Quality for more information.

Recruitment Range: $66,016 - $113,618

This position is located at:

Raleigh Archdale office: 512 N. Salisbury St.

Raleigh, NC 27604 (Archdale Building) The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position.  We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application.  Click these links for additional information: Introduction to the Job Application and Addressing Knowledge, Skills and Abilities.

To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following:

• Demonstrated knowledge of state and federal rules, statutes, and/or policies relating to water and wastewater infrastructure projects.

• Demonstrated experience in project management for wastewater and/or water infrastructure system funding, design, construction, rehabilitation, and/or modification.

• Demonstrated experience communicating information in verbal and/or written format to consulting engineers, federal/state officials, municipal/local officials, permit applicants, and/or the public.

• Demonstrated experience in analyzing, interpreting, and/or evaluating program data, reports, or proposals.

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See https://oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution; and five (5) years of experience in the program area or assignment, including two years of supervisory program experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders.

DEQ uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act.  Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, to their applications.

• If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an official transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.

• If applicants earned a foreign degree, foreign degrees require an official evaluation for U.S. equivalency, and must be submitted to Human Resources for verification. There are several organizations that perform this specialized service, feel free to use any service of your choosing. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options on their website that can provide credential verification: https://www.naces.org/members

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click "Application Status."  If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management.

 If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.  If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Chris Rumsey at 919-707-8339 and/or email Chris.S.Rumsey@deq.nc.gov.

For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:

 http://www.oshr.nc.gov/jobs/index.html

NOTE: Apply to the department listed on posting

An Equal Opportunity Employer, NC State Government