What are the responsibilities and job description for the BTNEP Program Deputy Director position at Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary Program?
Position: Program Deputy Director
Organization: BTNEP
Location: Thibodaux, LA
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Position Overview
BTNEP is now seeking a Deputy Director who will advise and report to the Director of the Program. The Deputy Director will assist the Director in reporting to the BTNEP MC and working directly with the staff of the U.S. EPA. The Deputy Director is responsible for assisting and supporting the Director in the successful leadership and management of BTNEP according to the strategic direction set by the MC and in carrying out three primary responsibilities:
Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to assisting the Director carry out the following:
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.
Organization: BTNEP
Location: Thibodaux, LA
APPLICATION WINDOW IS NOW CLOSED.
Apply Now!
Position Overview
BTNEP is now seeking a Deputy Director who will advise and report to the Director of the Program. The Deputy Director will assist the Director in reporting to the BTNEP MC and working directly with the staff of the U.S. EPA. The Deputy Director is responsible for assisting and supporting the Director in the successful leadership and management of BTNEP according to the strategic direction set by the MC and in carrying out three primary responsibilities:
- Maintain and elevate BTNEP to a position of importance throughout the BTES, the state, and regionally among Gulf Coast states through leadership of the BTNEP staff and programs in coordination with its MC, resulting in increased commitment to and investment in coastal management activities.
- Oversee the creation, implementation and updating of the CCMP by directing program office activities and Management Conference engagement.
- Oversee and direct the financial, grants and programmatic management and administration of the program to ensure the work of BTNEP is undertaken in a timely manner, is science-based, and is achieved with adequate human and financial resources.
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or other relevant field of study (Master’s preferred – MS, MPA, MBA).
- 8 years of technical or professional experience in environmental science, land-use planning, environmental engineering, policy analysis, public/business administration, natural resource management, or related field of which 3 years must have been in a supervisory, managerial, or administrative capacity.
- Knowledge of environmental science and policy, planning, and project management.
- Experience in grants management and administration.
- Ability to work collaboratively in addition to providing leadership and vision.
- Ability to communicate with diverse groups of local, state, federal and private agencies, NEPs, and individual stakeholders.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret, develop and synthesize common scientific and technical articles, financial reports, and legal documents.
- Experience in state agency, public higher education, and/or federal agency is preferred.
Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to assisting the Director carry out the following:
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with community groups, elected officials, private industry and other NEPs to help achieve the goals and increase support of the BTNEP.
- Expand resources for the program through fundraising and solicitation of grants from public and private sources.
- Build the integrity and credibility of the program through regional and local presentations, community relations, media exposure and other external activities.
- Participate in regional and national efforts to coordinate action on environmental issues affecting the Gulf of Mexico and the BTES.
- Facilitate the development of a vision and strategic plan to guide CCMP development, implementation, and updates.
- Lead relations with EPA, other federal and state agencies, and other program supporters.
- Direct and oversee the administration of grant funding including extensive reporting to EPA and other funding entities.
- Develop a long-term finance strategy for BTNEP including how to solidify investments among local and State government.
- Ensure that the programs and services offered by BTNEP contribute to BTNEP’s mission and reflect the priorities of the Management Conference.
- Monitor the day-to-day delivery of BTNEP programs and services to maintain or improve quality.
- Develop measures of success and oversee tracking and reporting of program results and outcomes.
- Recruit, interview, and select staff who have the right technical and personal abilities to help further BTNEP’s mission.
- Ensure that the operation of BTNEP meets the expectations of its citizens, Management Conference, EPA, the State and program supporters.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.