Environmental Program Manager 1 (Brownfields and ANCSA Contaminated Lands Unit Manager PCN 187935)

The Environmental Program Manager 1 at the State of Alaska leads the ANCSA Contaminated Lands and Brownfields programs, managing approximately $2.5 million in federal funds. Responsibilities include overseeing site assessments and cleanups, managing a team of 8 staff, and conducting outreach across the state. Candidates need a relevant bachelor's degree and experience in environmental compliance. The role offers a flexible schedule with telework options.
About the position

This position is the unit lead for Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) Contaminated Lands and Brownfields programs within the Contaminated Sites Program. This position manages ~$2.5 million per year in federal funds, leads a team conducting site verification, assessment, and cleanup of contaminated sites, manages contractors, travels throughout the state conducting field work and outreach, presents at conferences and meetings, and manages a team of 8 professional staff. The position plays a critical role in providing site verification, assessment, and cleanup services for sites contaminated with hazardous substances across the state.

Responsibilities
• Manage ~$2.5 million per year in federal funds
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• Lead a team conducting site verification, assessment, and cleanup of contaminated sites
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• Manage contractors
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• Travel throughout the state conducting field work and outreach
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• Present at conferences and meetings
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• Manage a team of 8 professional staff

Requirements
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in an environmental, physical, biological, or natural science; engineering; planning; or natural resources
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• Advanced professional experience in environmental regulation compliance, pollution control, environmental damage recovery, or programs to improve or protect environmental quality
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• Experience in stakeholder management, oral and written communication, project management, performance measurement, and creativity and innovation
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• 24-hour HAZWOPER training and annual refresher courses (can be obtained after hire)
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• Valid driver's license
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• Ability to conduct field work and become a qualified environmental professional
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• Public speaking and stakeholder outreach experience

Nice-to-haves

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Benefits
• Flexible schedule with telework options
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• Ongoing training opportunities
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• Health insurance with employer contributions
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• Basic life insurance with additional coverage available
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• Retirement benefits including membership in PERS/TRS
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• Paid personal leave and twelve paid holidays a year