Geologist Supervisor, Environmental Programs; Section Head; Internal MDE

Overview

Introduction

PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY. 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.

* This is internal recruitment for MDE permanent and contractual employees to apply only.

The Geologist Supervisor will ensure the protection and wise use of the State's water resources. The incumbent in this position will function as a Section Head within the Source Protection and Water Appropriation Division. The incumbent will also supervise professional geologists, engineers, and/or clerical staff engaged in the evaluation and technical review of water appropriation and use permits in accordance with Maryland statutes.

The Geologist Supervisor will also conduct source water assessments and develop wellhead protection plans for the protection of public water systems. The incumbent will also oversee administrative and technical aspects of water resource management and protection projects and investigations. This position involves the following working conditions:

• Exposure to hazardous conditions that may result in injury.
• Field visits may involve rough, rocky or wet terrain.
• Required use of protective equipment—such as goggles, gloves, and masks—during site visits.

The incumbent will be required to drive a State vehicle. If you hold an out-of-state driver’s license, you must provide a certified copy of your driving record from the issuing state’s Motor Vehicle Administration at the time of hire. All individuals must maintain a driver's license with no more than 5 points on their driving record to operate a State vehicle.

• Education:
  
  A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Geology, Environmental Geology or a related earth science.
• Experience:
  
  Six years of experience performing professional geological work.
• Notes:
  1) Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Geology, Environmental Geology or a related earth science for the required education and one year of the required experience.
  2) Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience at a rank of Corporal/Petty Officer or higher as a commissioned officer in physical science classification or physical science specialty codes in the geology field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

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 the following:
Experience writing or reviewing Maryland Water Appropriation and Use Permits. Experience in supervising or leading professional environmental staff.

• 1. 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.
• 2. Depending on the assigned essential functions of the work, employees in this classification may be required to successfully complete and maintain certification as specified in the U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulations (Standards-29 CFR)  Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response. Information about these regulations is available in the Human Resources Office of the Maryland Department of the Environment or may be obtained at the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration Website.

• 1. Employees in this classification may be required to walk over rough or unstable terrain or over long…