Branch Chief

Role Overview

This Branch Chief position is responsible for overseeing State Implementation Plan development, vehicle emissions testing, implementation of National Ambient Air Quality Standards, air quality forecasting and modeling, and a variety of internal technical support. A thorough understanding of the Clean Air Act, Title V permitting requirements, and atmospheric science are essential to succeed in this position. This position supervises three Section Chiefs that manage twenty technical staff, which includes atmospheric scientists, engineers, and transportation professionals.

Day To Day Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve program-specific goals, measures, and milestones based on the agency priorities, program objectives, and feedback from internal and external customers.
• Develop policy guidelines, technical procedures, and administrative procedures as needed to ensure consistent, efficient, and coordinated operations of the sections within the branch.
• Anticipate the resources needed of the program and ensure that those resources are available in a timely, efficient, and effective manner.
• Strive to promote effective and constructive communication among agency staff to build trust and a cooperative team spirit.
• Establish a synergistic relationship as necessary with federal, state, and local agencies, other offices within the agency, the regulated community, the environmental community, and the general public.
• Serve as an agency resource regarding technical policy issues.

Pay

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $85,020.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

What You'll Need For Success

• Broad knowledge of the theories, principles, and practices of environmental sciences.
• Thorough knowledge of the federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and policies pertaining to the cleanup of properties throughout the state.
• Thorough knowledge of managerial theories and principles and ability to apply knowledge to manage multiple programs through subordinate supervisors.
• Ability to represent the Assistant Commissioner on important issues and communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective work relationship with individuals at all levels of state government, US EPA representatives, and the public.

Qualifications

• A degree is not required. However, at least seven (7) years of environmental health, environmental management, public administration, public health, or related experience; plus, one (1) additional year of supervisory or managerial experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.
• 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

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans.
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards.
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution.
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match.
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options.
• A 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 mothers.
• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave.
• Cumulative 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off.
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years.
• Education Reimbursement Program.
• Group life insurance.
• Free Parking for most positions.
• Free 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.