Overview

Recycling Market Development Program Manager Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a 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.Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM): Our mission is to implement federal and state regulations to protect human health and the environment while allowing the environmentally sound operations of industrial, agricultural, commercial, and governmental activities vital to a prosperous economy. We issue air, water, and solid and hazardous waste permits that restrict discharges to environmentally safe levels. Staff members inspect and monitor regulated entities; provide compliance and technical assistance; monitor and assess air, land, and water quality; use enforcement actions as necessary to ensure compliance; and respond to incidents involving spills to soil or waters of the state. Role Overview The Program Manager serves within the Office of Program Support (OPS) at the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) and reports directly to the Section Chief of the Recycling, Education, and Quality Assurance Section. This position manages the Recycling Market Development Program (RMDP), Central Indiana Waste Diversion Project (CIWDP), the Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling (SWIFR) Grant Program, and the State Materials Management Plan. The Program Manager supports statewide efforts to strengthen recycling markets by helping expand recyclable material manufacturing and promoting the use of recyclable materials in production and recycling processes. The Program Manager provides technical assistance to staff, businesses, communities, and industry partners and serves as a key resource on solid waste and recycling initiatives. The Program Manager coordinates public hearings for the Recycling Market Development Board and related meetings and oversees state and federal grant programs from start to finish, including reviewing applications, evaluating proposals, preparing funding recommendations and reports, and conducting field monitoring to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements in collaboration with IDEM program areas. This position also serves as a liaison to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, grantees, and potential applicants, providing program guidance and application support. The role collaborates closely with OPS teamincluding Operations, Compliance and Technical Assistance, the Community Recycling Program Manager, the E?Cycling Program Manager, the Environmental Engineer, and the Quality Assurance Program Manageras well as with the Offices of Land, Air, Water, Finance, and Legal Counsel. This position requires a valid driver's license. Salary: The salary for this position traditionally starts at $59,800.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. A Day in the Life The essential functions of this role are as follows: Interprets laws, regulations and guidelines for assigned environmental program areas. Develops and modifies existing state programs to adapt to changes in federal or state legislation-mandated policy changes. Coordinates review of environmental projects and/or program area to meet program needs and objectives. Maintains a tracking system to ensure that projects are currently working through the appropriate program processes in acceptable timeframes. Prepares and provides a variety of written communications including responses to letters of inquiry from concerned citizens, elected representatives, government officials, and regulated entities. Chairs or facilitates a variety of work-related committees as needed. Utilizes programs and electronic database systems to meet program area needs. Serves as a subject matter