Environmental Supervisor - ONE RED Section
State of Nebraska

Job Info

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Hiring Agency:
Environment and Energy - Agency 84

Location:
Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:
$32.199

Job Posting:
JR2025-00012488 Environmental Supervisor - ONE RED Section (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
01-28-2025

Job Description:
The Environmental Supervisor will administer the ONE RED Section under complex federal and state statutes and regulations requiring the application of broad management practices, while using significant judgment to interpret and apply appropriate policies, regulations and guidelines. This position would be responsible supervising scientific technical staff with the development and implementation of ONE RED (Opportunities for Nebraska: Reducing Emissions and Decarbonization) Programs in the Planning and Aid Division of the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy (NDEE). Under limited supervision, this position would be responsible for coordination and supervision of scientific technical program staff and will provide oversight of the operations of programs involved across the state. This includes ensuring planning, development and implementation of programs related to greenhouse gas emission reductions in various sectors of the economy particularly agriculture, industry, energy production, and waste management.

Job Duties:

• Supervises daily work activities and schedules of environmental program staff. This includes conducting final reviews for reports, correspondence, workplans, contracts, summaries etc. developed by staff prior to publication or submittal to ensure quality work and consistent application of policies, guidelines, terms and conditions of the federal agreement and approved workplan and any contracts.
• Plans, organizes, and assigns work of scientific and technical nature to program staff. This includes QA/QC, planning, development and implementation of scientific and technical based programs related to greenhouse gas emission reductions in various sectors particularly agriculture, industry, energy production, and waste management to improve public health and the environment by improving air quality, soil health, and water quality. It also includes compliance evaluations and assistance to meet requirements of the federal program and with other applicable Federal and State laws, rules and regulations.
• Performs professional and technical program work of a complex and scientific nature requiring in-depth analysis of carbon associated emissions and scientific inquiry which includes analysis and calculations of the formation and reduction of GHG emissions, and makes conclusions and decisions and any related reports, recommendations, or findings based on professional scientific judgement that could have an significant impact on the programs associated with environmental quality, specifically greenhouse gas emission impacts on climate, air, water, waste, and energy resources/programs.
• Tracks program progress. Provides data and reports to management and EPA. Ensures reports are accurate and submitted on time to EPA in accordance with the terms and conditions.
• Communicates, Coordinates, and Assists Nebraska businesses, agricultural producers, industry, residents with Agency programs. Coordination with other Department programs as necessary such as Permitting and Compliance, Engineering, and Legal. Coordination with other state agencies and interested groups/organizations. Works with those listed and others on issues related to greenhouse gas emission reduction requiring resolution. Confers with management staff on administration and technical aspects of the programs and to resolve any related problems. Represent the Agency and present information at public meetings, inter-agency meetings, national workgroups, and other venues as needed regarding scientific technical programs. This includes NE Agricultural leadership groups, Department of Ag, Department of Natural Resources, Natural Resource Districts, Public Health Departments, and Environmental Groups.
• Manage the program budget to ensure that funds are properly expended and that transactions are properly documented and within budget limits. Coordinate with the Division to get a clear representation of the budget expenditures.
• Coordinate with other Divisions to ensure that impacts from the ONE RED programs are considered when making decisions. Evaluate the impact of the decisions on those we serve by considering the risk to public health and the environment as well as affordability for those citizens we serve.
• Represent the program at state and national events.
• Must be an effective communicator and be able to present information on Department activities to groups and individuals on a federal, state, and local level.

It is a very exciting time at our agency, some of the things you can look forward to as an employee with the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy:

• A new office building at Fallbrook with free parking,
• You will be doing work knowing you are making a difference for current and future generations.

Are you passionate about preserving, enhancing, and protecting Nebraska's environment? If so, please consider a career with the State of Nebraska at the Department of Environment and Energy (NDEE). At NDEE, employees have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and supportive team of mission-focused individuals tasked with maintaining, restoring, and enhancing the quality of Nebraska's air, land, water, and energy resources.

The Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy has a full-time opportunity available for an Environmental Supervisor in the ONE RED Section.

What you will do!
This position would be responsible supervising scientific technical staff with the development and implementation of ONE RED (Opportunities for Nebraska: Reducing Emissions and Decarbonization) Programs in the Planning and Aid Division of the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy (NDEE).

What's in it for you!
The opportunity to work in a productive and creative environment where no two days are ever the same! We offer a competitive benefits package.

12 days of vacation during first year of service (accruals increase with years of service), 12 days of sick leave during first year of service (accruals increase with years of service), and 13 paid holidays per year. Permanent Teammate Benefits: • Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • WellNebraska Health Plan • Direct Primary Care (DPC) • Mail order Rx (3 month supply) and Specialty Pharmacy program • Virtual Visits and FREE Nurse line 24 hours a day 7 days a week • Employee Assistance Program • Retirement/Investment Plan • Early Retirement Insurance Program (55 and older) • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability • Health Savings Account • Flexible Spending Accounts • Life and AD&D Insurance • Tuition Assistance* • LinkedIn Learning Access to 16,000+ On-Demand Courses • Direct Deposit of Payroll • Nebraska State Employees Credit Union • Deferred Compensation Plan • Paid Holidays • Vacation, Sick, Civil, and Injury Leave • Military Training or Emergency Duty Leave • Teammate Discount Program • Charitable Giving through Payroll Deduction *Coverage is effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
For a complete listing of job duties, requirements and to apply go to statejobs.nebraska.gov

Location and address of position: 245 Fallbrook Blvd - Suite #100 - Lincoln, NE

Work schedule: Monday - Friday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Flexible schedule and 10-hour workdays maybe allowed with management approval.

Dress Code: Business Casual

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in the physical sciences, natural sciences, environmental science, geology, biology, agronomy, civil engineering, environmental engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, hydrology, community and regional planning, or a related field AND two years of professional experience in a related field. Plus, experience leading and/or supervising others related to environmental programs. Experience may substitute for education or a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications: Creative problem-solving skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Public speaking skills; Time Management skills; Ability to adapt and change priorities quickly; Excellent leadership skills, Grant Management experience.

Other:

• Have a valid driver's license or ability to provide independent transportation.
• Ability to travel overnight.
• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance
• Submit a resume or list on the application specific detailed experience relevant to this position in years and months
• Submit a current list of at least professional references (previous employers) with valid telephone numbers

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of: the principles of accounting, finances; biological, physical and chemical sciences (Greenhouse Gases, calculations of GHG emissions); economics and analytical methods; word processing, spreadsheet and database, (particularly in Excel) management computer software

Skill in: communicating with individuals and groups with varying technical backgrounds to collect and relay information; listening to and understanding others; prioritizing workloads; using analytical judgment to make decisions; public speaking and providing presentations, data management and assessment and budget management.

Ability to: manage, track, and report ONE RED monitoring and compliance, supervise a team of scientific technical staff, represent the Department at conferences, workshops, and meetings, assist with emergency situations, and oversee special projects.


Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.

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