Environmental Program Supervisors

The State of Arkansas is hiring an Energy & Environment Program Supervisor in North Little Rock, AR, with a salary range of $69,395 - $102,705. The role involves overseeing energy and environmental programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing teams, and collaborating with stakeholders. Candidates need a bachelor's degree in environmental science or related fields, along with leadership and program management experience.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT PROGRAM
SUPERVISOR/ North Little Rock, AR Job Details $69,395 - $102,705 a year 3 days ago Qualifications Resource allocation Stakeholder engagement Strategic management Fiscal management Grant management Program management Public policy development 5 years Regulatory compliance Environmental compliance Collaborating with government agencies Environmental Science Analysis skills Supervising experience Policy & process development Managing budgets in a finance role Bachelor's degree Team management Bachelor's degree in environmental science Environmental law compliance support Mentoring Environmental regulatory compliance Senior level Leadership Communication skills Conservation Biology Organizational budget management Stakeholder management Full Job Description Date:
Mar 17, 2026 Req ID:
56194 Location:
North Little Rock, AR, US, 72118 Category:
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
Anticipated Starting Salary:
$69,395 Position Number:
22091023 County:
Pulaski Posting End Date:
3/26/2026 Anticipated Starting Salary:
$69,395 Office of Water Quality E&E promotes responsible management of resources, protects the environment, and implements effective and efficient policies for the benefit of Arkansas. Position Information Job Series:
Environmental Programs - Career-path Classification:
Energy and Environment Program Supervisor/Expert Class Code:
PEP03P Pay Grade:
SGS09 Salary Range:
$69,395 - $102,705 Job Summary The Energy & Environment Program Supervisor/Expert is a leadership role responsible for overseeing the strategic direction and implementation of energy or environmental programs. This position involves managing teams, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, and providing expertise in energy or environmental policies. The Program Supervisor/Expert will work with stakeholders, including governmental bodies, the regulated community, and the public, to develop and execute initiatives aimed at enhancing Arkansas' energy or environmental efforts. Primary Responsibilities Supervise, lead, and mentor a team of professionals in energy or environmental program development and implementation. Develop and manage large-scale, complex energy or environmental programs across the state. Provide technical expertise and strategic guidance on policy development, regulatory compliance, and program evaluation. Monitor program performance, ensure alignment with state and federal laws and standards, and make necessary adjustments to achieve goals. Manage budgets, grants, and resources for state energy and environmental programs. Collaborate with key stakeholders, including governmental bodies, the regulated community, and the public, to drive energy or environmental programs. Report to department leadership on the effectiveness and outcomes of energy or environment initiatives. Represent the state on national and regional platforms related to energy or environmental issues. Performance of other duties as assigned. Knowledge and Skills Extensive knowledge of energy or environmental programs. In-depth understanding of state and federal applicable laws, regulations, and policy frameworks. Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage teams and foster collaboration across multiple departments. Expertise in budgeting, financial management, and resource allocation for large programs. Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills, including the ability to assess program effectiveness and recommend improvements. Effective communication skills, both oral and written, to present complex issues to diverse stakeholders, including governmental bodies, the regulated community, and the public. Ability to stay current with emerging trends and technologies in energy or environmental programs. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in environmental science, conservation biology, natural resources management, or a related field. At least 5 years of experience in energy or environmental program management, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role. Licensure/Certifications N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
Preferred Qualifications Experience interpreting and applying federal environmental statutes Experience interpreting and applying state environmental statutes, rules, and permitting frameworks Experience reviewing inspection reports for technical accuracy and legal sufficiency Experience developing and managing inspection prioritization plans and performance metrics The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law .