Environmental Administrators

The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control is hiring an Environmental Program Administrator in Dover, DE. This role involves overseeing the Fisheries Section, ensuring compliance with fishery management plans, and managing staff and finances. Applicants need a Bachelor's degree in a related field and three years of relevant experience. The position requires administrative duties, technical oversight, and coordination with various stakeholders.
Environmental Program Administrator
• Fisheries Recruitment #030426-MGCD03-400300 Opening Date 3/5/2026 12:00:00 AM
Closing Date 3/18/2026 11:59:00 PM
Type of Recruitment Open Competitive
Salary
Yearly:
$76,791.00/Min
• $95,989.00/Mid
Salary Plan M37
Pay Grade 21 Shift Hours 8:00 am
• 4:30 pm
Employment Type Anticipated Vacancy Employment Term Regular Agency DNREC/Division of Fish and Wildlife
• Fisheries
Location(s)
Richardson & Robbins Bldg:

(89 Kings Highway, Dover, DE, 19901) Contact Name DNREC Talent Acquisition
Contact Phone 302-739-9901 Introduction
The DNREC Fisheries Section works to enhance and protect Delaware's fish and aquatic resources in support of recreational and commercial fishing and aquaculture. It provides first-class fishing and boating access to Delaware's many waterways. This Section conducts fisheries research, resource monitoring, and collection of biological information on marine and freshwater fisheries. here for more information about Division of Fish & Wildlife. Summary Statement
This position is responsible for the administration of the Fisheries Section. Responsibilities include supervision of direct reporting staff; working with managers and staff to ensure Delaware's compliance with over 20 Interstate Fishery Management Plans; representing Delaware on interstate fisheries management and other environmental bodies; providing administrative support to Delaware's three fisheries-related Councils; overseeing Section finances and proceeding reports on finances; promulgating fisheries regulations and getting them through the regulatory process; and consultation on all Fisheries construction projects to ensure project funding is in place.
Essential Functions
Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.
Plans, coordinates and oversees program implementation.
Provides technical direction and oversight for subordinates.
Recommends and drafts laws, rules and regulations applicable to assigned program areas.
Drafts grant applications and budget proposals; may participate in other specialized fiscal activities.
Manages staff personnel matters such as training, performance evaluation, hiring interviews, and making hiring recommendations.
Plans, coordinates and conducts meetings and workshops with other agencies and the private sector.
Job Requirements JOB REQUIREMENTS
for Environmental Program Administrator
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas: Possession of a Bachelors degree or higher in Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Physics, Engineering, Environmental Science or related field.
Three years experience in environmental/natural resources program administration which includes overseeing and directing the development, implementation and evaluation of environmental/natural resource programs and services; establishes program objectives; plan short and long range program goals; develop and implement program policies and procedures and ensures compliance and funding requirements. Provides advice to other agency organizational units through consultation.
Three years experience in analyzing and evaluating data.
Three years experience in interpreting environmental laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.
Six months experience in operations management which includes planning, directing, coordinating, controlling and evaluating operations typically through subordinate supervisors.
Additional Posting Information The State of Delaware recognizes the value of telework and flexible working schedules. This position is eligible for Telework and Alternative Work Schedules according to the State of Delaware's Alternative Work Arrangement Policy. More information will be shared at the time of interview. Conditions Of Hire DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources. As a condition of hire you must possess a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving). All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County. Benefits To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/ Selection Process The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements. Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the "My Applications" tab at StateJobs.

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