What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clean Water Financing Program Manager position at Virginia Department of Environmental Quality?
Hiring Range: $95,000-$120,000
Full Time or Part Time: FULL TIME
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Job Description
The Clean Water Financing and Assistance Program (CWFAP) protects and enhances water quality by providing flexible funding solutions and assistance to localities, organizations, and citizens of the Commonwealth. The primary purpose of this position is to plan, administer, organize and manage the Office of Clean Water Financing and Assistance Program (Clean Waer Revolving Loan Fund, Water Quality Improvement Fund, Stormwater Local Assistance Fund, American Rescue Plan Act Fund, Overflow and Stormwater Grant Program and State CSO grants) by providing policy and technical support in order to ensure statewide program consistency. Manage resources, provides technical expertise, guidance and program management to multiple programmatic areas. Actively anticipates problems and applies common-sense solutions. Establishes and maintains regulations, policies, guidance and procedures. Evaluates program activities to ensure regulatory compliance with the State Water Control Law and other State and Federal laws and regulations relating to the funding programs.
Responsibilities
This position is responsible for managing and leading teams and planning and program development. Collaborates in the development of the Agency strategic plan. Advises executive management on status of existing programs and recommended changes. Compiles reports on program functions for reporting to the Director, Cabinet Secretary, Governor, Legislature, the regulated community and the public. Funding Program Management. Directs the Office programs by establishing program priorities, providing guidance on non-routine issues and taking action to improve the technical and programmatic components of programs. Ensure that the Office of Clean Water Finance grant and loan programs meet and maintain compliance with all Federal and State Water laws, regulations, procedures and policies, grant and loan programs. Monitor workflow and assign responsibilities to ensure deadlines are consistently met. Conduct quality assurance reviews of staff outputs to ensure accuracy and adherence to program standards. Strive toward a more engaged and informed community through leadership and personal involvement. Provide leadership and oversight to document management activities within CWFAP units. Assist CWFAP leadership in drafting, updating, and publishing program guidelines and guidance documents. Develop and deliver internal and external training to support program staff, local governments, and stakeholders. Collaborate with program managers to standardize compliance processes and improve efficiency.
Qualifications
The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the primary environmental permitting agency in the Commonwealth of Virginia. It is responsible for administering laws and regulations related to air quality, water quality, water supply, renewable energy, and land protection. Through the dedication and work of over 800 employees across six regional offices and the Central Office in Richmond, DEQ issues permits, conducts monitoring and inspections, and enforces the law.
Full Time or Part Time: FULL TIME
Additional Detail
Job Description
The Clean Water Financing and Assistance Program (CWFAP) protects and enhances water quality by providing flexible funding solutions and assistance to localities, organizations, and citizens of the Commonwealth. The primary purpose of this position is to plan, administer, organize and manage the Office of Clean Water Financing and Assistance Program (Clean Waer Revolving Loan Fund, Water Quality Improvement Fund, Stormwater Local Assistance Fund, American Rescue Plan Act Fund, Overflow and Stormwater Grant Program and State CSO grants) by providing policy and technical support in order to ensure statewide program consistency. Manage resources, provides technical expertise, guidance and program management to multiple programmatic areas. Actively anticipates problems and applies common-sense solutions. Establishes and maintains regulations, policies, guidance and procedures. Evaluates program activities to ensure regulatory compliance with the State Water Control Law and other State and Federal laws and regulations relating to the funding programs.
Responsibilities
This position is responsible for managing and leading teams and planning and program development. Collaborates in the development of the Agency strategic plan. Advises executive management on status of existing programs and recommended changes. Compiles reports on program functions for reporting to the Director, Cabinet Secretary, Governor, Legislature, the regulated community and the public. Funding Program Management. Directs the Office programs by establishing program priorities, providing guidance on non-routine issues and taking action to improve the technical and programmatic components of programs. Ensure that the Office of Clean Water Finance grant and loan programs meet and maintain compliance with all Federal and State Water laws, regulations, procedures and policies, grant and loan programs. Monitor workflow and assign responsibilities to ensure deadlines are consistently met. Conduct quality assurance reviews of staff outputs to ensure accuracy and adherence to program standards. Strive toward a more engaged and informed community through leadership and personal involvement. Provide leadership and oversight to document management activities within CWFAP units. Assist CWFAP leadership in drafting, updating, and publishing program guidelines and guidance documents. Develop and deliver internal and external training to support program staff, local governments, and stakeholders. Collaborate with program managers to standardize compliance processes and improve efficiency.
Qualifications
- Combination of education or training with major coursework in engineering, natural and physical science or related field.
- Direct experience in grant or loan administration, program compliance or environmental program management.
- Supervisor or team leadership experience.
- Preferred knowledge of stormwater, wastewater and water quality management programs in Virginia.
The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the primary environmental permitting agency in the Commonwealth of Virginia. It is responsible for administering laws and regulations related to air quality, water quality, water supply, renewable energy, and land protection. Through the dedication and work of over 800 employees across six regional offices and the Central Office in Richmond, DEQ issues permits, conducts monitoring and inspections, and enforces the law.
Salary : $95,000 - $120,000
