Air Permitting Program Section Supervisor

2 weeks ago


Helena, United States State of Montana Full time
Air Permitting Program Section Supervisor-(24140018)

We are recruiting for a Section Supervisor in the Permitting Services Section of the Air Quality Bureau. The Permitting Services Section is one of four sections within the Air Quality Bureau that are tasked with oversight of maintaining healthy air quality for a thriving Montana. The section is responsible for such tasks as application review, issuance of Montana Air Quality Permits & Title V Operating Permits, Portable Facility Registration Program, etc. Among other tasks, the Permitting Services Section Supervisor is responsible for:

● Air Permitting Quality/Consistency/Efficiency;

● Monitoring and Implementing Federal and State Regulations for Air Permitting; 

● Staff Leadership/Communication/Management; and

● Collaboration among the four Air Quality Bureau Sections.

The Permitting Services Section Supervisor gets to lead a diverse group of professionals by creating a culture of excellence, professionalism, and collaboration. The supervisor serves as a mentor and role model for staff and is on the forefront of air quality permitting review and approval in Montana.

The Permitting Services Section Supervisor is responsible for the implementation of agency, division, and bureau direction and the oversight of day-to-day operations of the section. This position leads staff to accomplish goals by clearly and effectively communicating priorities and expectations to personnel, develops and coordinates annual work plans with personnel, provides meaningful and timely feedback to personnel, manages personnel, implements the professional growth matrix, and aligns section operations with DEQ strategic plans. The person in this position works with its Bureau Chief to establish direction, identify strategy, inform of interest/controversy, and assess effectiveness of operations. 

At the Department of Environmental Quality, our goal is to champion a healthy environment for a thriving Montana. The Permitting Services Section Supervisor is a key position in the pursuit of the Department of Environmental Quality’s mission. Staff of the Department of Environmental Quality are dedicated to this mission and to the values of the agency. Staff come to the Department of Environmental Quality to use their science/engineering background for permitting determinations, analyses, application reviews, study reviews, collaboration, etc. Come be a part of the Department of Environmental Quality

To apply for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter through the State of Montana Careers site. In your cover letter, describe how your education, knowledge and skills have prepared you for this position, including but not limited to: 1) developing and maintaining a culture of excellence in air quality law implementation, 2) leading program improvements, as applicable, 3) working with stakeholders on ongoing program implementation, and 4) growing and mentoring staff.

The Permitting Section Supervisor position includes a career ladder for professional development and pay progression.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate knowledge of state and regulatory framework associated with air quality, as well as being skilled with communication and effective leadership. Applicants skilled in communication and effective leadership and with a commitment to learning the applicable state and regulatory framework are also viable candidates. More details are available upon request.

For positions that are under $78,000 per year: “This position may be eligible for a statutory base salary annual increase of $3,120 effective July 1, 2024.

For positions over $78,000 per year: “This position may be eligible for a statutory base salary annual increase of 4% effective July 1, 2024.

Minimum requirements include a bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, life science, chemistry, physics, or a related degree in natural resources and three (3) or more years of progressively responsible experience in an environmental field. Demonstrated experience in successfully leading people is required, although this may be from roles other than formal supervisory experience. 

Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.



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