Colonel - Director of Massachusetts Executive Office of Environmental Affairs (E

An Official website of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts ALERT Effective January 25, 2024, Executive Order #627 cements the Commonwealth's well-established practice of skills-based hiring, paving the way to a more equitable hiring process. The Commonwealth is committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected, valued, and empowered to serve our citizens. Join us today! Job Description - Colonel - Director of Massachusetts Environmental Police (240007XW) Who We Are: The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family. Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition. Who We Are as an Employer: At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Job Opening: The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs seeks applicants for a Colonel - Director of Massachusetts Environmental Police to perform the following duties: The Colonel, as Director of the Massachusetts Environmental Police within the Office of Environmental Law Enforcement (OLE) under the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, holds the highest-ranking position within the environmental police department. Tasked with comprehensive oversight of departmental operations, strategic planning, and administration, this role demands strong leadership, managerial acumen, and unwavering dedication to law enforcement while prioritizing the safety and security of the Commonwealth. Leading a committed team of approximately 100 officers and 40 civilian staff members, the Colonel is charged with the vital responsibility of safeguarding Massachusetts' environment and natural resources through a multifaceted approach involving enforcement, education, and public outreach. Key Responsibilities: Oversee and direct all activities of the Office of Environmental Law Enforcement (OLE). Provide enforcement oversight of Massachusetts General Laws (MGL) and Code of Massachusetts Regulations (CMR) related to environmental law enforcement and natural resources management. Coordinate environmental enforcement response efforts in collaboration with local, state, federal, and tribal law enforcement agencies. Guide the Homeland Security missions through cooperative agreements with the US Coast Guard in coordinating, patrolling, and enforcing the needs for state and national security. Develop and implement strategic plans, policies, and procedures to effectively address public safety needs and departmental goals, with an emphasis on conservation and resource management initiatives that connect and support agency missions. Provide visionary leadership to inspire and motivate departmental personnel towards achieving organizational objectives. Provide leadership in the selection, recruitment, hiring, retention, and promotion of Environmental Police Officers (EPOs) and civilian staff members. Supervise all aspects of daily departmental activities including personnel within various bureaus and units. Develop and manage the departmental budget of over $14.3 million, including federal grants. Provide technical assistance regarding Massachusetts environmental statutes, rules, and regulations. Adhere to the Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Commission’s certifications, trainings, and standards. Review, approve, and administer Massachusetts laws regarding Off Highway Vehicles (OHVs) and vessels. Preferred Experience: A minimum of 8 years of progressive leadership experience in a unionized, organized environment, demonstrating strong management, labor relations, and organizational development skills. Thorough knowledge of all laws, rules and regulations relating to the duties of this office and the ability to correctly interpret and observe such laws, rules, and regulations. Knowledge of resource management and conservation to support agencies in aligning enforcement efforts with stakeholder priorities. Demonstrated leadership abilities in planning, organizing, administering, and managing law enforcement activities. Ability to represent the division effectively in criminal cases and other legal proceedings. Certification as a law enforcement officer in good standing with applicable state or federal authority, or ability to obtain certification within six months of appointment. Management experience over specialized units in Conservation Law Enforcement. Must be able to obtain a valid MA License to Carry a Firearm and MA Driver’s License. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate must be a current resident of Massachusetts or must establish residency in Massachusetts at the time of hire. MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have at least (A) seven (7) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration or clinical management of which (B) at least four (4) years must have been in a managerial capacity. An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

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