Job Description
Salary: $2,375.00 - $3,559.61 Biweekly
Location : Charleston, WV
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: DOT26TS010A
Division: West Virginia Department of Transportation
District/Subdivision: Technical Support Division
Opening Date: 12/04/2025
Closing Date: 12/17/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Nature of Work The Transportation Environmental Resources Program Manager 3 serves as the administrative officer of a statewide specialized environmental resources program under the direction of the agency head or oversees a secondary program due to the size and complexity of the program. The individual in this position performs complex managerial work and advanced level administrative work, primarily managing the Nepa (National Environmental Policy Act) Compliance and Permitting Section. Reporting to the division head, this person has primary responsibility for the administrative support functions of the division. The incumbent has the latitude to develop new methods and policies to improve overall organizational effectiveness, and to exercise independent judgment in the execution of duties within their jurisdiction. Exercises delegated authority to staff to pursue goals through orderly and efficient planning, organizing, directing, and controlling of activities The duties typically include supervising managerial, professional, technical, and clerical staff; planning operations and procedures; directing and developing employees; evaluating unit operations and developing budget needs; researching new procedures and improvements; and interpreting relevant statutes, regulation, and policies. Work is reviewed primarily for results obtained, timeliness, compliance with laws, evaluation processes that result from such elements as continuing changes in the program, technological developments, unknown phenomena, or conflicting requirements, rules, regulations, procedures, and policies. Performs related work as required.
Pay Grade 21
T0236E
Typical Duties and Responsibilities • Delivers speeches that require a variety of skills and knowledge in different facets of environmental resources, programs, or management functions.
• Administers a major environmental program of the state consistent with state policy and accepted principles.
• Staff the organizational unit to effect orderly, efficient, and economical operations.
• Recommends and assists in the preparation of legislation and administrative procedures as necessary to maintain conservation activities consistent with current needs and fluctuating circumstances.
• Writes articles and disseminates other informational materials to explain conservation principles and acquaint public and private organizations with mission, policies, and regulations, detail impact on activities, and encourage cooperation and support.
• Oversees the preparation of budget and/or grant request documents covering staff and equipment requirements, allocates funds within organizational unit, and approves expenditures.
• Attends meetings, seminars, and symposia to maintain knowledge of scientific and professional advancements in the area of assignment.
• Plans, organizes, implements, monitors, and controls activities of professional or scientific staff in units through subordinate leaders.
• Coordinates plans and programs of the section with functions and services of other divisions, offices and activities of local, state, interstate, and federal government entities and interested parties, and seeks agreement to resolve problems and/or establish common goals.
• Testifies at legislative, judicial, or public hearings on behalf of the agency or as a subject-matter expert.
• Negotiates utilization of resources consistent with public interest.
• Revokes, suspends, or modifies operational licenses or permits and may seek injunction or civil action against violators.
• Researches new procedures and directs scientific investigations to develop plans and recommendations for development, improvement, protection, preservation, regulation, and use of natural resources based on predicted outcome.
• Prepares studies including descriptions of status, current practices, mitigation procedures, and progress reports regarding resource conservation, utilization, and recovery.
• Recommends standards for resource depletion.
• Develops and implements informational plans to advertise, promote, and publicize state natural resources and conservation, preservation, use, and husbandry activities consistent with state plan.
• Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver's license is required.
Skills and Knowledge • Knowledge of principles and practices of environmental management to evaluate new techniques or practices covering a range of unusual or atypical applications.
• Knowledge of relevant local, state, and federal legislation; governmental relationships, organizational structure, and protocols; and state legislative processes and judicial procedures as they relate to the program.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of management, including planning, budgeting, staffing, training, controlling, and reporting.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of personnel management, budget preparation, and public administration.
• Knowledge of appropriate methods and techniques used in the collection, organization, and evaluation of data.
• Ability to direct investigations, review statistical data, and recommend appropriate action based on results obtained.
• Ability to review and submit comments and recommendations relevant to proposed new or modified legislation.
• Ability to present and defend policies where dissension or opposing views may occur and agreement or compromise are desired.
• Ability to plan, organize, direct, control, and coordinate related programs and activities regarding environmental development, enjoyment, and hygienic preservation of non-renewable natural resources, and evaluate the performance of staff.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions, exercise sound judgment, and work under limited supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with federal, state, and local officials, the general public, the regulated community, supervisor, co-workers, and staff.
• Ability to comprehend and interpret theory, principles, laws and regulations, policies, and objectives of a scientific concern.
• Ability to evaluate operational activities and emerging technology to develop plans for implementing environmental objectives or recommending administrative or policy decisions.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment, delegate authority, and evaluate the results of work performed.
• Ability to keep accurate records; write reports in a clear, concise form; and present factual material and ideas effectively.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Minimum Requirements REQUIRED TRAINING/EDUCATION - Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a major in environmental studies, geography, archaeology, natural science, geology, biology, chemistry, physics, engineering/engineering technology, or a related field.
- Substitution: Full-time or equivalent part-time paid professional experience in reviewing and evaluating scientific or statistical data, planning, personnel management, program management, or developing policies may be substituted for the required training/education through an established formula.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE - Eight (8) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid professional experience in reviewing and evaluating scientific or statistical data; planning, personnel management, program management, or developing policies; two (2) years of supervisory experience in the above areas are required.
- Substitution: Successful completion of graduate coursework from a regionally accredited college or university with a major in environmental studies, geography, archaeology, natural science, geology, biology, chemistry, physics, engineering/engineering technology, or a related field may substitute for two (2) years of the required non-supervisory experience through an established formula.
Promotional Only : Four (4) years as a Transportation Environmental Resources Specialist Senior.
Annual Increment Pay
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave
Family Medical Leave
Leave Donation Program
Military Leave
Employee Education Reimbursement & Leave Program
Flexible Work Schedules
Training Opportunities
Promotion Opportunities
Public Employees' Retirement System:
- Employees enrolled in PERS Tier 1 contribute 4.5% of their gross salary. The Employer contributes 9%.
- Employees enrolled in PERS Tier 2 contribute 6.0% of their gross salary. The Employer contributes 9%.
Deferred Compensation
Health Insurance Enrollment
Additional Coverage Options including Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts,
Disability Insurance and more.
Life Insurance
Credit Union
Employee Discounts
Job Tags
Permanent employment, Full time, Part time, Local area, Flexible hours,