Environmental Program Manager

$80,037 - $140,848/Yr

City Of Alexandria - Alexandria, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Alexandria, VA

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Environmental Program Manager position in the City of Alexandria's Department of Transportation & Environmental Services (T&ES) is responsible for leading and managing a variety of environmental programs. This role involves addressing complex environmental issues such as noise control, contaminated land remediation, and air quality management. The manager will supervise a team of environmental professionals and work on the implementation of the City's Environmental Action Plan, while also engaging with the community and representing the City on regional environmental committees.

Responsibilities

• Leads and works with a small team of environmental professionals on various environmental topics including sustainability and resiliency.
• Administers and enforces the City's Noise Control program, managing daily activities and supervising noise inspectors.
• Conducts on-site noise investigations and issues noise variance permits in response to resident complaints.
• Reviews Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments and manages the investigation and remediation of contaminated sites.
• Reviews development plans for environmental impacts and participates in developing conditions for special use permits.
• Supervises staff to the City's Environmental Policy Commission, providing policy recommendations.
• Conducts investigations into air pollution complaints and assists in resolving issues.
• Implements and tracks the City's Environmental Action Plan.
• Participates in public education and community outreach on environmental issues.
• Represents the City government on regional environmental committees.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or Engineering or equivalent.
• At least five years of professional experience in the environmental field.
• Three years of experience in managing environmental resources across different disciplines in a public or private setting.
• Strong commitment to serving diverse populations and proficiency in implementing successful sustainability programs.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in environmental science or engineering or similar field.
• One year of supervisory experience.
• Three years of experience collecting and analyzing environmental data.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $80,036.84 - $140,847.98 per year.
• Full-time employment with opportunities for professional development.