Introduction
The Maryland Department of the Environment is charged with protecting andpreserving the State's air, water, and land resources and safeguarding theenvironmental health of all Maryland’s citizens. The Agency’smission is to protect and restore the environment for the health and well-beingof all Marylanders with a vision of healthy, vibrant, and sustainablecommunities and ecosystems in Maryland.
Ifyou are looking for an exciting career committed to helping the environment forall Marylanders, please apply to become part of MDE’s workforce. MDEoffers competitive pay, great benefits, opportunities to telework, as well asopportunities for advancement and professional growth – MDE offers you a widerange of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e.,vacation, sick leave), state pension, and supplemental retirement options(i.e., 401k, 457b etc.). MDE headquarters facility offers free parking, a foodcourt, and a gym
GRADE
19
LOCATION OF POSITION
Maryland Department of the Environment
Water and ScienceAdministration
Dam Safety Inspections and Compliance Division
1800 Washington Blvd.
Baltimore, MD 21230
Main Purpose of Job
The Regulatory and ComplianceEngineer III will assist the Division Chief with implementing a comprehensivedam safety program in Maryland. These positions are the third in a progressiveseries of engineering classifications in the Dam Safety Inspection andCompliance Division. The level of experience is mid-level. Responsibilitiesinclude inspecting new dam construction, inspecting existing impoundment structures,assisting dam owners with emergency preparation, and providing technicalengineering expertise and direction. These positions protect the public fromthe inherent dangers associated with dam failures. The incumbent in thesepositions uses highly specialized engineering skills to evaluate dam safety anddownstream hazard conditions, determine required remedial repairs, andestablish action plans to ensure that loss of life and major property damage isminimized in the event of sudden releases of water caused by dam emergencies.The incumbent will also represent MDE in meetings and hearings with State,federal, and local agencies; emergency management personnel; dam designconsultants; dam owners; and the general public to provide dam safety adviceand guidance on numerous complex dam safety issues.
Dam inspections often requirespecial physical demands of accessing inspection galleries, small storm drainand spillway pipes, lifting heavy equipment, and a lot of climbing ladders upand down the slopes of earth embankments. Dams contain areas of confined spacehazards requiring air monitoring, specialized training, and the use ofprotective equipment such as goggles, gloves, masks, etc. The incumbent in thesepositions may also be exposed to other dangerous situations such as drowninghazards, falls from high outlet works structures, and may be exposed to heavyconstruction equipment hazards while conducting inspections of existingstructures and dams under construction.
The incumbent in thesepositions will be required to drive a State vehicle. If you maintain anout-of-state driving license, you must provide a certified copy of your drivingrecord from the appropriate Motor Vehicle Administration at the time ofappointment. Individuals must maintain a driver's license with no more than 5points on their driving record in order to drive a State vehicle.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Bachelor's degree in engineering or architecture from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Two years of engineering or architectural experience in pollution control, waste remediation, resource conservation, environmental protection, or public health and safety to ensure regulatory compliance with engineering/architectural standards, practices, principles and methods.
Notes:
1.Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with atleast 20 credit hours in engineering and two years performing engineering or architectural work in pollution control, wasteremediation, resource conservation, environmental protection, public health and safety or related areas for the required education.
2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master’sdegree in engineering or architecture from an accreditedcollege or university for one year of the required experience.
3. Candidates may substitute the possession of a currentProfessional Engineer or Professional Architect registration inthe State of Maryland, or in a state with comparable requirements for the required education and one year of the required experience.
4.Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Engineering and Architecture classifications or Engineering and Architecture specialty codes in the Environmental field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
It is preferred that the selected candidate has the following:
- Two years of experience inspecting existing dams, ponds, levees, and similar structures;
- Two years of experience inspecting the construction of dams, ponds, and levees;
- Two years of experience designing or reviewing earthen dams for water supply, flood control, stormwater management, and tailings retention;
- Knowledge of dam construction standards such as ASTM, AASHTO, ACI, NRCS, and USACE.
- Technical writing skills when preparing inspection reports;
- Knowledge of Maryland’s laws and regulations regarding dam design and construction.
It is also preferred that the selected candidate has:
- A bachelor’s degree in civil, geotechnical, or environmental engineering.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
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.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Employees in this classification may be subject to call-in twenty-four hours a day, and, therefore, may be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will beincluded in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of yourapplication based on your education, training, and experience as they relate tothe requirements of this position. Applicants meeting the minimumqualifications will be placed on the Eligible List categorized as BESTQUALIFIED. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete andaccurate information on your application. Please report all relatededucation, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate yourcollege degree and major on your application, if applicable. Please notethat you will be required by the appointing agency to provide proof upon hireof all certifications, licenses, and educational and work experiences.
For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingenton the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreigncredential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requestedprior to the interview).
Completed applications must be submitted by the closing date.Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrectapplication forms will not be accepted.Resumes will not beaccepted in lieu of a completed application.
Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of atleast one year. The resulting certified eligible list for thisrecruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.
All Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United Statesunder the Immigration and Reform Control Act. You must be legallyauthorized and possess any necessary documents under this Act in order to behired in the position for which you applied.
BENEFITS
STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS(Clickctrl+link to view all benefits)
PERSONAL LEAVE - New State employees are awarded six (6) personal leavedays annually (prorated based on start date)
ANNUAL LEAVE - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.
SICK LEAVE – fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.
PARENTAL LEAVE – up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon thebirth or adoption of a child.
HOLIDAYS – State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidaysper year.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable toapply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may besubmitted to MDE, Recruitment and Selection Division, 1800 Washington Blvd.,Baltimore MD 21230. Paper application materials must be received in our officeby the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.
If additional information is required, the preferred method is toupload. If you are unable to upload, please email the requestedinformation to Peggie Jefferson at peggie.jefferson@maryland.gov. Onlyadditional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment.All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.Please reference #24-004592-0001.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Peggie Jeffersonat 410-537-3879. If you are having difficulty with your user account orhave general questions about the online application system, please contact theMD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.
This is a position-specific position for the Maryland Department of theEnvironment. The resulting certified eligible list will be maintained for oneyear. Persons interested in future vacancies within this classification mustre-apply.
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities areavailable upon request by calling: 410-537-3130 or MD TTY Relay Service1-800-735-2258.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged toapply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment,retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
