Recycling Market Development Program Manager

Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana. Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM):Our mission is to implement federal and state regulations to protect human health and the environment while allowing the environmentally sound operations of industrial, agricultural, commercial, and governmental activities vital to a prosperous economy. We issue air, water, and solid and hazardous waste permits that restrict discharges to environmentally safe levels. Staff members inspect and monitor regulated entities; provide compliance and technical assistance; monitor and assess air, land, and water quality; use enforcement actions as necessary to ensure compliance; and respond to incidents involving spills to soil or waters of the state. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package. Role Overview: The Program Manager serves within the Office of Program Support (OPS) at the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) and reports directly to the Section Chief of the Recycling, Education, and Quality Assurance Section.This position manages the Recycling Market Development Program (RMDP), Central Indiana Waste Diversion Project (CIWDP), the Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling (SWIFR) Grant Program, and the State Materials Management Plan. The Program Manager supports statewide efforts to strengthen recycling markets by helping expand recyclable material manufacturing and promoting the use of recyclable materials in production and recycling processes. The Program Manager provides technical assistance to staff, businesses, communities, and industry partners and serves as a key resource on solid waste and recycling initiatives.The Program Manager coordinates public hearings for the Recycling Market Development Board and related meetings and oversees state and federal grant programs from start to finish, including reviewing applications, evaluating proposals, preparing funding recommendations and reports, and conducting field monitoring to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements in collaboration with IDEM program areas. This position also serves as a liaison to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, grantees, and potential applicants, providing program guidance and application support.The role collaborates closely with OPS team—including Operations, Compliance and Technical Assistance, the Community Recycling Program Manager, the E‑Cycling Program Manager, the Environmental Engineer, and the Quality Assurance Program Manager—as well as with the Offices of Land, Air, Water, Finance, and Legal Counsel.This position requires a valid driver's license. Salary:The salary for this position traditionally starts at $59,800.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package. A Day in the Life: The essential functions of this role are as follows: Interprets laws, regulations and guidelines for assigned environmental program areas.Develops and modifies existing state programs to adapt to changes in federal or state legislation-mandated policy changes. Coordinates review of environmental projects and/or program area to meet program needs and objectives. Maintains a tracking system to ensure that projects are currently working through the appropriate program processes in acceptable timeframes.Prepares and provides a variety of written communications including responses to letters of inquiry from concerned citizens, elected representatives, government officials, and regulated entities.Chairs or facilitates a variety of work-related committees as needed.Utilizes programs and electronic database systems to meet program area needs. Serves as a subject matter expert on applicable systems in program area.Researches, analyzes, and reports on priority projects and their progress.May perform audits on environmental programs or facilities and make recommendations for corrective action or improvements.Provides technical assistance and/or evaluates compliance to environmental regulations and programs.Coordinates review of requests for variance and exemptions from environmental program regulationsReviews program plans for completeness, economic and technical feasibility, and environmental impact.Designs and directs projects regarding specific and complex environmental issues, providing technical expertise for analysis, interpretation, and logistics of projects.Prepares progress reports for management and senior leadership and provides consultation to management and staff.Reviews and evaluates technical work reports and supporting data for acceptability and conformance with federal requirements, laws and regulations, conclusions, and recommendations.Assigns and reviews work of lower-level staff members.The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.What You'll Need for Success: Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:Extensive knowledge of theories, practices and principles of Environmental Management and related areasThorough knowledge of theories, practices, and principals of physical sciences (chemistry, biology, physics) as they relate to program areaThorough knowledge of federal and state regulations as they apply to program area and the ability to apply these in a variety of conditions and situationsAbility to conduct surveys, inspections and investigations of facilities and sites, review projects/situations, read plans, interpret findings, and make recommendations Ability to establish long- and short-term project management goals and objectivesAbility to prepare documents for administrative and regulatory actionAbility to effectively interact with local, state, and federal groups and government representatives orally and in writingAbility to prepare accurate and thorough reportsAbility to develop and define procedures and accomplish objectives within the appropriate and established deadlinesAbility to interpret and implement public policy as it relates to program specific environmental rules or lawsa Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Chemistry, Biology, Geology, or a related field with at least 6 years of work experience in an environmental or environmental public health field required.Related certifications and coursework may be considered for education or experience.Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports: This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs. Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes: Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plansWellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewardsHealth savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contributionDeferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer matchTwo (2) fully-funded pension plan optionsA robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothersUp to 15 hours of paid community service leaveCombined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off12 paid holidays, 14 on election yearsEducation Reimbursement ProgramGroup life insuranceReferral Bonus programEmployee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visitsQualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness ProgramFree Parking for most positionsFree LinkedIn Learning access Equal Employment Opportunity:The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at View email address on click.appcast.io.