Title: Floodplain Management Division Director
State Role Title: Prog Admin Manager III
Hiring Range: $115,000 – $125,000
Pay Band: 6
Agency: Dept Conservation & Recreation
Location:Main Street Centre
Agency Website:www.dcr.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public – G
Job Duties
The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) works with Virginians to conserve, protect, and enhance their lands and improve the quality of the Chesapeake Bay and Virginia rivers and streams; promotes the stewardship and enjoyment of natural, cultural and outdoor recreational resources; ensures the safety of Virginia’s dams and protect life and property through proper floodplain planning and management.
DCR is seeking an experienced management professional to provide guidance and leadership to the Floodplain Management Division.
The Division Director of Floodplain Management will provide leadership and oversight of the floodplain management programs in accordance with Virginia law and regulations and federal requirements in the context of the policies of the administration as communicated by the DCR Department Director through the Deputy Director. This position will also recognize opportunities to minimize the risk to the life, property, the environment, of flooding; expand public awareness of the impacts of flooding, flood damage; and works cooperatively with local, state, and federal agencies and private entities to maximize preparedness and reduce risk.
Specifically, the incumbent of this position will be responsible for providing leadership and guidance for division personnel; ensuring state/agency floodplain management policies are implemented; and ensuring DCR’s floodplain management programs, associated projects, and services are consistent with management principals and policies. The incumbent of this position will also provide oversight of Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) grants according to federal requirements; seek out other grant opportunities to enhance programs and to provide additional benefits to Virginia’s taxpayers; and develop and maintain written budget plans to ensure the division operates within the budget while meeting program needs. The Floodplain Director will also consult, in concert with the Director and Deputy Director, on legislative issues affecting the public; and interacts with the public on matters relating to operations, and administrative program matters.
Minimum Qualifications
Possess Floodplain Manager Certification. Considerable knowledge of federal and Virginia floodplain management laws, regulations, procedures, and programs, which demonstrates the ability to implement program delivery in accordance with them. Previous experience, which demonstrates the ability to effectively lead, develop, and manage multiple priorities for programs/operations as well as experience providing supervision and support for professional and technical staff for personnel matters. Previous experience collaborating with high-level contacts from the private sector as well as with federal, state, and local officials and experience communicating with them both orally and in writing. Previous work, history, which demonstrates the ability to analyze problems, make appropriate administrative decisions, and the ability to negotiate solutions. Previous work history, which demonstrates grants management. Previous experience, which demonstrates the ability to organize and coordinate management operations to reach specific and measurable goals and objectives. Skills in using computer software applications to manage program activities, develop reports, and analyze program effectiveness.
Additional Considerations
Graduation from a college or university in floodplain management, civil, environmental, or mechanical engineering; natural or physical science, or related field. Experience leading a conservation and or/regulatory program related to flood resilience.
The successful candidate will also be flexible and able to adapt to the changing needs of the division programs and the agency. Occasional overnight travel necessary. Completion of a Statement of Economic Interest is required. Valid driver’s license.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:59 pm on the closing date through the Recruitment Management System (RMS). State applications submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered. Applicants are expected to fully represent qualifications and work history on the State application. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide detailed information. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may impact your interview eligibility. Applications that say See Resume will not be considered. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your RMS Account to check the status of your application for this position.
The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Contact Information
Name: Laura Nelson
Phone: 804-786-5657
Email: hr@dcr.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.