Virginia Department of Human Resource Management
Deputy Commissioner
Virginia Department of Human Resource Management, Hampton, Virginia, United States, 23661
Deputy Commissioner
Job no:
5027892Work type:
Full-Time (Salaried)Location:
Hampton, VirginiaCategories:
Administrative Services, Applied Sciences and Natural Resources
Title:
Deputy Commissioner
State Role Title:
General Administration Manager III
Hiring Range:
130,000
Pay Band:
7
Agency:
Marine Resources Commission
Location:
main location
Agency Website:
www.mrc.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type:
General Public - G
Job Duties
This position serves in a pivotal executive support role. Position reports directly to the Commissioner with supervisory responsibilities as assigned within the deliverance of the agency's programs housed in the Natural Resources Divisions. Executive level and management responsibility for the execution of advising the VMRC Commissioner on policy matters related to fisheries management, shellfish management, coastal resilience, habitat restoration, ocean planning, marine economic resilience, and state lands management. The successful candidate may represent the Commissioner in key initiatives such as the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC), Mid-Atlantic Fisheries Management Council (MAFMC), Chesapeake Bay Program, Virginia Watershed Implementation Plan (WIP), Coastal Master Plan, and the Virginia Coastal Zone Management (CZM) Program Coastal Policy Team.Additionally, this position serves as a liaison with VMRC's academic and advisory partners at Virginia universities and supervises the assigned Natural Resources Management Division(s), along with collaborates closely with state and federal partners, to align conservation policies with the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act and enhance estuarine fish habitat.Duties and Responsibilities:• Advise the Commissioner on complex regulatory and policy issues, including fisheries management, ocean planning, and marine habitat restoration, and coastal zone management enforceable policies: Represents the Commissioner on matters related to the CBP and Virginia WIP, the Coastal Master Plan Tech. Advisory Committee and the CZM Program Coastal Policy Team. Assists with coordination with the Mitigation IRT and building mitigation/ compensation strategies for other protected resources• Develops, implements and manages VMRC's program(s) to improve marine habitat and waterways of the Commonwealth. Formulates recommendations for funding projects on state-owned submerged lands, tidal wetlands and coastal primary sand dunes and beaches AND removal of obstructions or hazardous property from State waters. Assistwith managing and reporting on grants and funding projects. Applies for and manages grants related to duties. Oversee and supervise the VMRC Commissioner's Watermen Apprentice Program to ensure the development of career pathways in the commercial fishing and marine industries.• Manage and coordinate agency projects funded through the Marine Habitat and Waterways Improvement Fund (Section 28.2-1204.2, Code of VA).• Oversee the Regulatory Coordinator and ensure compliance with Virginia's regulatory process.• Collaborate with academic and advisory partners, as well as state and federal agencies, to advance conservation initiatives and align wetland and shoreline policy with Chesapeake Bay preservation efforts.• Supervises assigned Division(s) to promote sustainable fisheries management and habitat restoration.• Primary liaison to VMRC Academic and Advisory Partners at VA Colleges/Universities; Works closely with the Chiefs of Habitat Mgt. Div., Fisheries Mgt. Shellfish Management Div, and state and federal partners; Review CZM enforceable policy and comment coordination for large projects.• Jointly manage budgeting of the Marine Habitat and Waterways Improvement Fund. Assist the Commissioner's Office in coordination of agency reports or official responses.Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
Extensive knowledge of marine environments, natural resources, and the habitats they depend on. Experience in budgeting, planning, performance measurement, and legislative interpretation. Strong background in developing fisheries regulations and managing fisheries management policies. Demonstrated ability to work independently but also take direction and coordinate effectively with government agencies, interest groups, and local stakeholders. Must be a team player, and champion a harmonious working environment.
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.
Preferred Additional Qualifications:
Experience or familiarity with:
o Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC)
o Mid-Atlantic Fisheries Management Council (MAFMC)
o Fisheries management throughout the U.S. East Coast• Knowledge of Virginia Commercial Harvest and Fisheries Reporting systems.• Experience managing job/apprenticeship programs, particularly in the marine industry.• Experience working within the Virginia regulatory framework and federal regulatory frameworks.• Expertise in policy writing at a high level within state and federal regulatory contexts.
Additional Considerations
Master's degree in environmental science or a related field preferred, with at least 10 years of experience in a government, academic, or nonprofit science advisory or applied research role. At least 10 years of experience of delegation and supervision of entry-level to mid-level supervisors and/or division leaders.Note: This position requires minimal physical ability but may lift up to 5 lbs. occasionally; pushing and pulling; standing, sitting, reaching, walking, bending, and stooping.
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.
A Completed STATE APPLICATION and updated RESUME is REQUIRED.
Contact Information
Name: Malinda Cross
Phone: 757-247-2216
Email: hr@mrc.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 AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note :
Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Advertised:
24 Oct 2024 Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close:
07 Nov 2024 Eastern Standard Time
Job no:
5027892Work type:
Full-Time (Salaried)Location:
Hampton, VirginiaCategories:
Administrative Services, Applied Sciences and Natural Resources
Title:
Deputy Commissioner
State Role Title:
General Administration Manager III
Hiring Range:
130,000
Pay Band:
7
Agency:
Marine Resources Commission
Location:
main location
Agency Website:
www.mrc.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type:
General Public - G
Job Duties
This position serves in a pivotal executive support role. Position reports directly to the Commissioner with supervisory responsibilities as assigned within the deliverance of the agency's programs housed in the Natural Resources Divisions. Executive level and management responsibility for the execution of advising the VMRC Commissioner on policy matters related to fisheries management, shellfish management, coastal resilience, habitat restoration, ocean planning, marine economic resilience, and state lands management. The successful candidate may represent the Commissioner in key initiatives such as the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC), Mid-Atlantic Fisheries Management Council (MAFMC), Chesapeake Bay Program, Virginia Watershed Implementation Plan (WIP), Coastal Master Plan, and the Virginia Coastal Zone Management (CZM) Program Coastal Policy Team.Additionally, this position serves as a liaison with VMRC's academic and advisory partners at Virginia universities and supervises the assigned Natural Resources Management Division(s), along with collaborates closely with state and federal partners, to align conservation policies with the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act and enhance estuarine fish habitat.Duties and Responsibilities:• Advise the Commissioner on complex regulatory and policy issues, including fisheries management, ocean planning, and marine habitat restoration, and coastal zone management enforceable policies: Represents the Commissioner on matters related to the CBP and Virginia WIP, the Coastal Master Plan Tech. Advisory Committee and the CZM Program Coastal Policy Team. Assists with coordination with the Mitigation IRT and building mitigation/ compensation strategies for other protected resources• Develops, implements and manages VMRC's program(s) to improve marine habitat and waterways of the Commonwealth. Formulates recommendations for funding projects on state-owned submerged lands, tidal wetlands and coastal primary sand dunes and beaches AND removal of obstructions or hazardous property from State waters. Assistwith managing and reporting on grants and funding projects. Applies for and manages grants related to duties. Oversee and supervise the VMRC Commissioner's Watermen Apprentice Program to ensure the development of career pathways in the commercial fishing and marine industries.• Manage and coordinate agency projects funded through the Marine Habitat and Waterways Improvement Fund (Section 28.2-1204.2, Code of VA).• Oversee the Regulatory Coordinator and ensure compliance with Virginia's regulatory process.• Collaborate with academic and advisory partners, as well as state and federal agencies, to advance conservation initiatives and align wetland and shoreline policy with Chesapeake Bay preservation efforts.• Supervises assigned Division(s) to promote sustainable fisheries management and habitat restoration.• Primary liaison to VMRC Academic and Advisory Partners at VA Colleges/Universities; Works closely with the Chiefs of Habitat Mgt. Div., Fisheries Mgt. Shellfish Management Div, and state and federal partners; Review CZM enforceable policy and comment coordination for large projects.• Jointly manage budgeting of the Marine Habitat and Waterways Improvement Fund. Assist the Commissioner's Office in coordination of agency reports or official responses.Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
Extensive knowledge of marine environments, natural resources, and the habitats they depend on. Experience in budgeting, planning, performance measurement, and legislative interpretation. Strong background in developing fisheries regulations and managing fisheries management policies. Demonstrated ability to work independently but also take direction and coordinate effectively with government agencies, interest groups, and local stakeholders. Must be a team player, and champion a harmonious working environment.
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.
Preferred Additional Qualifications:
Experience or familiarity with:
o Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC)
o Mid-Atlantic Fisheries Management Council (MAFMC)
o Fisheries management throughout the U.S. East Coast• Knowledge of Virginia Commercial Harvest and Fisheries Reporting systems.• Experience managing job/apprenticeship programs, particularly in the marine industry.• Experience working within the Virginia regulatory framework and federal regulatory frameworks.• Expertise in policy writing at a high level within state and federal regulatory contexts.
Additional Considerations
Master's degree in environmental science or a related field preferred, with at least 10 years of experience in a government, academic, or nonprofit science advisory or applied research role. At least 10 years of experience of delegation and supervision of entry-level to mid-level supervisors and/or division leaders.Note: This position requires minimal physical ability but may lift up to 5 lbs. occasionally; pushing and pulling; standing, sitting, reaching, walking, bending, and stooping.
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.
A Completed STATE APPLICATION and updated RESUME is REQUIRED.
Contact Information
Name: Malinda Cross
Phone: 757-247-2216
Email: hr@mrc.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 AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note :
Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Advertised:
24 Oct 2024 Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close:
07 Nov 2024 Eastern Standard Time