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Solid Waste Program Manager

Posting Begin Date: 2025/10/23

Posting End Date: 2025/11/06

Category: Environmental Services

Sub Category: Natural Resources

Work Type: Full Time

Minimum Salary: 34.00

Maximum Salary: 40.00

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Description

State of Idaho Opportunity

Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)

Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM Mountain Time on the posting end date.

Important Guidelines: Applicant resumes must demonstrate how they meetthe MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS listed in the job announcement.

Selection Process: Resumes will be screened based on the criteria outlined in this announcement. A select number of candidates who have demonstrated that they meet the MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS of the position and have the most relevant qualifications may be given the opportunity to be interviewed.

The Department of Environmental Quality may conduct verification of the information provided in your application, including validation of driver's license status, education, employment, and criminal history. Omission and/or falsification of information provided in your application will result in your removal from consideration for employment, appointment, or promotion.

State of Idaho Employees: When searching for a new career within the state, browse and apply through Luma Opportunities. Applying through the State External Career website will cause duplicate profiles and will slow the processing of your application for a new job. Internal candidates should always use Luma Opportunities.

This position may be eligible for a moving/relocation reimbursement. Moving bonus criteria must be met in accordance with the State of Idaho Moving Policy.

This positionmaybe eligible for hybrid telecommuting in accordance with the Statewide Telecommuting Policy (https://dhr.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/TelecommutingResources/Section7\_Telecommuting\_Policy.pdf) . Telecommuting may be subject to successful completion of probation.

This position will require a medical surveillance baseline exam.

Position:

The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is hiring a Solid Waste Program Manager for the Waste Management and Remediation Division.

Salary Range: $37.00-$40.00

Responsibilities:

• Manage the Solid Waste Program statewide and serve as primary state point of contact for Solid Waste Program-related issues:

- Act as the primary DEQ source for regulatory interpretations of the Idaho Solid Waste Facilities Act (Idaho Code §39-74), IDAPA 58.0l.06 "Solid Waste Management Rules,” and the Waste Tire Disposal Act (Idaho Code §39-65).

- Ensure technical and programmatic support is provided to DEQ regions and health districts. Oversee DEQ and health district compliance efforts to solid waste management facilities, including landfills, incinerators, transfer stations, processing facilities, and wood or mill yard debris facilities.

- Ensure solid waste management facilities meet siting, design, operating, alternative operating, closure and alternative closure requirements.

- Work with regional and state office staff to ensure appropriate review of siting and approval of engineering, groundwater monitoring, and other technical plans for solid waste management sites and solid waste treatment and disposal facilities.

- Provide support to health districts for reviewing operating plans and closure/post closure plans.

- Ensure waste tires storage sites meet requirements in the Waste Tire Disposal Act.

- Ensure 3–5 year review inspections for municipal solid waste landfills are conducted.

- Ensure municipal solid waste landfills meet financial assurance requirements.

- Establish policies and procedures to ensure statewide consistency and coordination in implementing the Solid Waste Program.

- Oversee development of guidance documents, as necessary, in accordance with Idaho Solid Waste Facilities Act, Solid Waste Management Rules, Waste Tire Disposal Act, and DEQ policy.

- Update Solid Waste Program webpages and brochures, as necessary.

- Ensure periodic solid waste program meetings are held for DEQ and health district staff.

- Manage solid waste and waste tire compliance and enforcement activities. Implement and oversee enforcement actions within the Solid Waste Program. Coordinate compliance and enforcement activities with other DEQ programs and regions, and the health districts, as applicable.

- Conduct negotiated rule-making and testify before legislative committees, as necessary.

• Ensure technical assistance is provided to facility owners/operators, consultants, the public, other state/federal agencies, and other DEQ programs regarding solid waste:

- Communicate Solid Waste Program policies, regulatory interpretations, and technical issues to DEQ, facility owners/ operators, local governments, and other stakeholders.

- Participate in meetings and conference calls with facility owners/operators, local governments, and other stakeholders.

- Represent DEQ on matters relating to the Solid Waste Program, including responding to media or other inquiries.

- Define program performance measures, as necessary.

- Provide technical and policy counsel and recommendations to DEQ administration concerning the Solid Waste Program.

- Conduct periodic Solid Waste program meetings/conference calls.

- Provide general public outreach.

• Develop, finalize, and oversee annual solid waste program budget with DEQ fiscal staff, regional offices, the Assessment & Compliance Bureau Chief, and the Waste Management and Remediation Division Administrator:

- Work with regions to ensure budgets are sufficient for activities and maintained throughout the state fiscal year.

- Manage the tasks and involvement of other budgeted DEQ regional and technical staff on solid waste activities.

- Participate in quarterly budget reviews with DEQ fiscal staff.

• Supervise the Solid Waste Rules and Policy Coordinator (LPN 6980), Solid Waste Compliance Analyst (LPN 7080), and Solid Waste Engineer (LPN 6940)

Minimum Qualifications:

Possession of a Bachelor's degree in the physical or biological sciences, Political Science, Business or Public Administration, Engineering, or related natural resources management field OR Education and/or experience equivalent to a typical four (4) year Bachelor's degree. For example: Successful completion of sixty (60) semester hours of study, including twenty-four (24) semester hours in a subject required for the specific discipline, is equivalent to two (2) years of undergraduate education; and/or experience performing routine duties such as planning, research, regulatory development and/or implementation of components of environmental programs or media for at least two (2) years can substitute for one (1) year of college.

AND

At least six (6) years of professional experience providing management, technical assistance, resource allocation, and policy interpretation to staff, special interest groups and the public.

OR

Possession of a Master's degree in any of the above fields AND at least four (4) years of professional experience providing technical assistance, allocating resources, managing and/or developing programs; and interpreting policy to staff, special interest groups and the public.

Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodations

• Ability to sit and work on a computer for 2-4 hours at a time.

• Ability to bend and reach for filing purposes.

• Some periods of heavy reading and typing are required.

• Ability to lift 30 pounds when working with file boxes.

• Some travel may be required.

• Must have a valid driver's license.

• Ability to climb ladders, staircases, work on uneven terrain.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds over rough terrain.

• Ability to work in adverse or inclement weather.

• Ability to work in extreme hot or cold temperatures both outside and inside.

• Field sites may involve working near and with drilling rigs, backhoes, trucks and other large equipment in rough terrain.

• Occasional travel required.

• May work in the vicinity of loud noise.

• May be required to travel and stay overnight in remote areas.

• May come into contact with hazardous waste/materials.

Optional Licensure or Certifications:

Certified Hazardous Material Manager (CHMM)

Professional Engineer (PE)

Professional Geologist (PG)

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Registered Environmental Health Specialist/Registered Sanitarian (REHS/RS)

American Board of Toxicology Certification

Benefits:

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://statecareers.idaho.gov/pages/benefits

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email[email protected].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

About Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ):

DEQ is a state department created by the Idaho Environmental Protection and Health Act to ensure clean air, water, and land in the state and protect Idaho citizens from the adverse health impacts of pollution. As a regulatory agency, DEQ enforces various state environmental regulations and administers a number of federal environmental protection laws including the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. The agency is committed to working in partnership with local communities, businesses, and citizens to identify and implement cost-effective environmental solutions.

To protect human health and the quality of

Idaho's air, land, and water.

www.deq.idaho.gov

If you have questions, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (208) 373-0333