DIRECTOR OF WATER INFRASTRUCTURE RESILIENCY

The State of Maryland's MDE is hiring a Director of Water Infrastructure Resiliency in Baltimore, MD. This leadership role involves managing billions in funding for water infrastructure projects, ensuring public health and environmental protection. The ideal candidate will have strong program management skills and experience in community engagement. Responsibilities include overseeing financial reporting, compliance, and leading a team of finance professionals in developing and implementing loan programs.
Introduction

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The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) is seeking

a visionary and experienced leader to serve as the Director of Water

Infrastructure Finance. This leadership role is responsible for deploying

billions of dollars through the State Revolving Fund (SRF) to build resilient

communities, safeguard public health, and accelerate the restoration of the

Chesapeake Bay.

This is an opportunity to shape the future of Maryland's

water infrastructure. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with a proven

track record in program management and team development, who is passionate

about engaging with communities to leverage public finance for environmental

progress. You will lead a dedicated team in financing the drinking water,

wastewater, and stormwater projects that are essential to the health and

prosperity of our state.

This

is a MANAGEMENT SERVICES position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing

Authority.



GRADE

24

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland

Department of the Environment

Business

Administration

Water

Infrastructure Financing Administration

1800

Washington Blvd.

Baltimore,

MD 21230

Main Purpose of Job

The purpose of the role is to lead the Water Infrastructure

Financing Administration (WIFA). This executive role sits at the heart of MDE's

mission to protect and restore the environment for all Marylanders. As a key

member of the Department's leadership team, you will guide the strategic

deployment of federal and state capital to ensure every community has access to

safe drinking water and clean water infrastructure, directly safeguarding

public health and the future of the Chesapeake Bay.

This

leadership role combines high-level financial stewardship with impactful

government and community engagement. You will have ultimate oversight of

Maryland’s multi-billion-dollar water infrastructure capital budget, ensuring

its long-term sustainability and compliance by managing critical partnerships

with federal funders at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), state

agencies like the Department of Budget and Management (DBM), and local

governments. You will lead and empower a dedicated team of finance and policy

experts responsible for the full lending lifecycle—from underwriting and loan

negotiation to financial reporting and portfolio management. As a key subject

matter expert for the administration, you will champion resilient infrastructure

with local leaders across the state and support the MDE Secretary by providing

expert testimony before the General Assembly.

Duties of the position include, but are not limited to:

Lead

the development and management of Water Infrastructure Capital Projects,

long-range financial forecasts, and strategic financial plans.

Direct

the planning, development, and implementation of state and federal

infrastructure loan programs.

Oversee

all financial reporting and analysis, including monthly, quarterly, and

annual reports to senior staff.

Ensure

all loan programs comply with applicable federal and state laws, including

environmental, procurement, and financial regulations.

Lead a

team of finance professionals, underwriters, and program analysts to

execute and monitor loan activities.

Coordinate

annual audits and liaise with external auditors and financial consultants.

Develop

and implement financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.

Advise

leadership on financial planning, risk management, and cost-saving

opportunities.

Serve

as liaison with the Governor’s Office, the State Legislature, and

oversight bodies on budgetary and financial matters.

Develop

and implement program policies, operational procedures, and modernization

initiatives.

Coordinate

with internal divisions and external partners to align budget planning

with agency priorities and strategic plans.

Work

with stakeholders including municipalities, counties, utilities, tribal

governments, and regional agencies to promote funding opportunities and

provide technical assistance.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must satisfy the minimum qualifications to be considered for this position and move forward in the hiring process. Please read all requirements before applying.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or

university.

Experience: Five years of senior-level experience managing financial

operations for a professional organization to include budget

management, budget analysis, and/or overseeing water infrastrucure capital

budgets. Two years of this experience must include the supervision of

financial staff.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Please note that your answers to the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your application to receive credit.

Preferences will be given to candidates with the following:

A minimum of eight (8) years of professional experience in

program management, public finance, or infrastructure development.

At least five (5) years of experience in a senior management

capacity, with a proven ability to lead teams, manage budgets, and drive

strategic initiatives.

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the

ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of high-level stakeholders.

A strategic mindset with strong

analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Direct experience managing a State Revolving Fund (SRF)

program or similar large-scale public financing instruments.

In-depth knowledge of the Clean Water Act, Safe Drinking Water Act, and related federal and state environmental regulations.

Experience in municipal finance, capital project planning, or public works management.

Demonstrated knowledge of State budgeting processes, legislative appropriations, and public finance regulations.

Excellent leadership and strong written/verbal communication skills.

Experience working with federal or state-level stakeholders and navigating complex regulatory frameworks.

Demonstrated ability to present complex financial information to diverse audiences clearly and effectively.

Understanding of environmental review processes and capital improvement planning.

Strong knowledge of infrastructure funding mechanisms, credit evaluation, and capital project financing.

Familiarity with federal and state revolving loan fund

programs and grant-to-loan leveraging strategies.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your

application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All

information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing

date. We will not consider the information submitted after this

date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified and placed on

the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

All information concerning

the qualifications, including any required documentation (diploma, transcript,

certificate, etc.) must be submitted and received by the closing date.

Information submitted after this date will not be considered.

Should you possess a bachelor's/master’s degree from a college or

university outside of the United States, you must have your educational

credentials evaluated by an approved education review service. This

evaluation must be submitted prior to hire. For further information, you may

call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. at 302-737-8715 or World

Education Services Inc. at 1-800-932-3897 or 202-331-2925.

All Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under

the Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986. You must be legally authorized

and possess any necessary documents under this Act in order to be hired in the

position for which you applied.

BENEFITS

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PERSONAL

LEAVE - New State employees are awarded six (6) personal leave days 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 the birth or adoption

of a child.

HOLIDAYS

– State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

It is highly preferred that you apply online. If you are unable

to apply online, you may submit the State paper application and supplemental

questionnaire (by the closing date) to olivia.sterrett@maryland.gov or mail to:

Maryland Department of the Environment

OHR - Recruitment and Examination Division

1800 Washington Blvd.

Baltimore MD 21230

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Olivia Sterrett at 410-537-3105. If you have difficulties

submitting your online application, please contact the Department of

Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or

Application.Help@maryland.gov.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with

disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment,

retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's

diversity. MDE is dedicated to creating a workforce that reflects

the communities we serve. We strive to cultivate an inclusive environment where

differences are celebrated.