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REGULATORY AND COMPLIANCE ENGINEER/ARCHITECT I

WATER AND SCIENCE ADMINISTRATION

Recruitment #18-004590-0001

Introduction

This is a position specific recruitment for the Maryland Department of the Environment.  This recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies for this position/function only.  The resulting cert list will be maintained for one year.  Person's interested in future vacancies within this classification must re-apply.

This is a entry level position; therefore, the selected candidate will be offered the base salary.  Progression in the current position will be based upon the approval of annual increments and/or cost of living adjustments.

GRADE

15

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Department of the Environment

Water and Science Administration (WSA)

Water Resources Planning Unit

1800 Washington Blvd.

Baltimore, MD 21230

Main Purpose of Job

This is an entry level Engineer position.  This position will serve as a State technical and engineering expert for Water and Sewerage Plans (WSP).  This position is responsible for reviewing WSP and amendments for compliance with State laws and regulations as well as consistency with comprehensive land use plans. The incumbent of this position will provide technical direction and guidance to the 23 Counties and Baltimore City to achieve the goal that these jurisdictions submit consistent and legally-sufficient WSP to MDE for review and approval. MDE cannot fund water and sewer projects or issue permits for water and sewer projects unless these projects are included in an approved WSP.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering or architecture from an accredited college or university.

Experience: None

Notes:

1. A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with at least 20 credits in engineering and two years performing engineering or architectural work in pollution control, waste remediation, resource conservation, environmental protection, public health and safety, or related areas may be substituted for the engineering degree.

 2. Professional Engineer or Professional Architect registration in the State of Maryland or in a state with comparable requirements may be substituted for the education requirement.

3. 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 education.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

It is preferred that the selected candidate have:

 

§ A Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering;

§ Coursework in Land Use Planning, Natural Resources Planning, Public Health and/or Environmental Health;

§ Coursework relating to water supply capacity, wastewater capacity, growth and land development;

§ Coursework in environmental laws and regulations;

§ Excellent knowledge of grammar;

§ Excellent writing skills; and

§ Excellent oral communication skills.

 

It is also preferred that the selected candidate be proficient in the following:

 

 

§ Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint);

§ Geographic Information Systems (GIS);

§ Cloud Platform Suites (e.g. Google, OneDrive.);

§ Adobe Acrobat Pro.

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 valid motor vehicle operator's license.

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 or carry an electronic pager.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the minimum /selective/preferred qualifications for this recruitment.  All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.  We will not consider information submitted after this date.  Applicants that meet the qualifications will be referred to the hiring unit for consideration of an interview/selection.  Only those candidates that demonstrate, in their applications, the required qualifications will be deemed qualified and referred.  

EXAMINATION PROCESS

Your application is part of the examination process.  The assessment will be a rating of your education, training and experience related to the requirements of this position.  Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate educational and employment information on your application.  Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified and placed on the employment list for at least one year. This list will be used by the hiring agency to select employees.  Education credentials and experience verification will be completed by the Appointing Authority.  If you are scheduled to complete an education or licensing requirement within six months of the examination, you may participate in the examination process, if one is required.  Please note that you will be required by the appointing agency to provide proof upon hire of all certifications, licenses, educational and work experiences.

The MD Department of the Environment does not sponsor individuals in the application of the H-1B Visa.  All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration and Reform Control Act.  You must be legally authorized and possess any necessary documents under this Act in order to be hired in the position for which you apply.  For education obtained outside the U.S., you will be required to provide proof of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service

BARGAINING UNIT STATUS

The incumbent in this position is a member of a covered bargaining unit and will be required to pay a bi-weekly service fee to the exclusive representative of the bargaining unit.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

It is STRONGLY preferred that you apply online; however, if you are unable to apply online, or encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, you may submit via mail or deliver in person. Please be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and reference number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.

Completed applications, required documentation, and any required addendums may be mailed to:

Peggie Jefferson

Recruitment and Examination Division

Office of Human Resources

1800 Washington Blvd. 

Baltimore, MD 21230

MDE Reference Number:  18-004590-0001

410-537-3879/email: peggie.jefferson@maryland.gov/Fax:410-537-3966

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

PLEASE NOTE: The Maryland Department of the Environment participates in the E-Verify Program.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

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