Brownfields Project Manager
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package, and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
As an equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.
About Indiana Finance Authority (IFA):
The Indiana Finance Authority oversees state-related debt issuance and provides efficient and effective financing solutions to facilitate state, local government, and business investment in Indiana. IFA enables the State of Indiana to communicate as one voice with the various participants in the financial markets: 1) the Indiana Development Finance Authority, 2) the State Office Building Commission, 3) the Indiana Transportation Finance Authority, the 4) Recreational Development Commission, the 5) State Revolving Fund Programs, 6) the Indiana Brownfields Program, and 7) Indiana Health and Educational Facilities Finance Authority.
Role Overview:
The Project Manager provides technical, financial, educational and legal assistance for the Indiana Brownfields Program, an environmental program managed by the Indiana Finance Authority. The Program engages a wide range of partners in redeveloping known or suspected contaminated properties. You will support the mission to assist in the cleanup and reuse of brownfields by providing flexible and creative tools to help communities identify and mitigate environmental barriers that impede local economic growth. You will work closely with private parties interested in acquiring or operating on a brownfield to clarify concerns about potential cleanup liability. The Program provides various forms of financial assistance to or for the benefit of Indiana communities for environmental investigation, cleanup, and redevelopment. The Program also conducts outreach to communities and other brownfield partners about federal funding opportunities, technical cleanup issues, and common impediments to successful brownfield redevelopment.
Salary:
The salary range is $60,000 - $65,000 annually but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
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A Day in the Life:
Responsibilities include:
- Coordinate with partners as needed to manage and monitor redevelopment projects. This may include the Department of Environmental Management, project partners, local governments, community development corporations, property owners, attorneys, consultants, and real estate developers.
- Provide field oversight of program-contracted consultants removing underground storage tanks.
- Coordinate and lead meetings with internal and external partners on issues such as
- Ensure file and database entry and maintenance.
- Review and evaluate technical reports such as environmental assessments, work plans, cost estimates, etc. Use IDEM's Risk-based Closure Guide (R2) to make closure determinations.
- Review and process invoices.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
What You'll Need for Success:
Credentials:
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Biology, Policy, Engineering, or a related environmental discipline.
- Five years of experience in land remediation or a related environmental field.
- Licensed Professional Geologist or Certified Hazard Material Manger preferred.
Additional qualifications:
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of environmental terminology and remediation methods.
- Flexibility and adaptability.
- Solution-oriented and results-driven.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes:
- Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
- Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
- Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
- Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
- Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
- Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
- A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
- 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
- Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
- Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
- 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Group life insurance
- Referral Bonus program
- Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
- Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Free Parking for most positions
- Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position.
Nearest Major Market: Indianapolis
