Deputy Director 2024-03086

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Deputy Director 2024-03086

Salary

$10,954.30 - $12,171.44 Monthly

Location

Cheyenne, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2024-03086

Department

Department of Environmental Quality

Division

Admin

Opening Date

12/27/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Exempt

Job Classification

EXMT04

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Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Reports directly to the Director of the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and acts as a delegate in areas relating to agency representation. This is an At-Will position and is appointed by the director.

Human Resource Contact: DEQ HR /deq.hr@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• Represent the agency in assigned intergovernmental and intragovernmental initiatives and public processes, utilizing persuasive communication to justify actions and decisions while fostering understanding and support.

• Assists permit and license applicants in navigating and completing the permitting or licensing process of the agency.

• Serve on a variety of committees that develop policy positions governing the environment.

• Reviews and drafts comments related to federal rules, policies, and other actions.

• Assists the Director in developing overall policy guidance and program management direction to support the Missions and Values.

• Advises the Director on technical and legal matters as needed.

• Coordinates Agency responses to Federal actions that have the potential to impact the Wyoming environment.

• Participates on the Department management team.

• Establishes and recommends the Director’s department objectives after evaluating constituent interests and regulatory, social, and budgetary constraints.

• Reviews the work product generated by staff to ensure statewide consistency and makes decisions requiring independent judgment regarding compliance with relevant standards.

• Responsible for special projects and non-routine tasks as assigned by the Director.

• Coordinates and partners with other DEQ divisions and other state and federal agencies.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference will be given to those with ten (10) years of experience in either governmental or private business.

Preference will be given to those with a least four (4) years of related environmental experience.

Preference will be given to those with an advanced degree in engineering, environmental science, law, or a related field of study.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Skills in interpersonal, written, and verbal communications; personnel management and employee relations; negotiation and mediation skills; map and drawing reading; decision making; public speaking and fiscal management.

• Ability to develop collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals and to build strategic relationships among people, work groups, and divisions; deal with others in difficult and complex situations to achieve resolution or adherence to laws and/or rules and regulations; present and convey information clearly and concisely to groups or individuals verbally, electronically and in writing to ensure they understand the information.

• Knowledge of agency goals and values, evaluation and goal setting, coaching, and management techniques.

• Knowledge of industrial, land, energy, fuel, air, water, mining and pollution issues.

• Skills in interpersonal relations and adversarial situations.

• Skills in dealing with elected officials at the local, county, state, and federal levels.

• Skills in management techniques and in planning and promoting cooperation.

• Ability to receive broad instructions and develop program plans to achieve objectives and policies.

• Ability to recognize competing demands and coordinate program activities with others to achieve public policy goals.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Strong computer skills.

• Strong negotiation skills.

• Flexible and skilled at anticipating future trends and challenges.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

None - See "Preferences"

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Participation in the various groups as Wyoming's representative may require extensive travel at times.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt

• This is an At-Will position, appointed by the director

Supplemental Information

020-Department of Environmental Quality - Administration Division

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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.

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