Title: CO - P4645 - Senior Applied Economist

State Role Title: Financial Services Specialist III

Hiring Range: $85,000 - $105,000

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Dept of Environmental Quality

Location: Central Office

Agency Website: www.deq.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Dept of Environmental Quality is seeking a qualified individual to assist DEQ with managing the new mitigation trading platform and the In Lieu Fee Program to mitigate the impact of solar development on farms and forests. The Senior Applied Economist will prepare economic cost-benefit analyses for various proposed regulations; and assist the Chief Policy Advisor in analyzing and communicating cost per unit of pollution reduction methods for water programs.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, skills and abilities or competencies required to successfully perform the work:

• Considerable knowledge of budgeting and accounting best practices.
• Understanding and knowledge of Clean Water Act regulatory programs.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze fiscal documents for compliance with state and federal program requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to track program and financial information and data.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct cost-benefit analyses.
• Demonstrated ability to use MS Excel.
• Must complete an annual Statement of Economic Interest and Virginia State and Local Conflict of Interest Act Training (bi-annually).

Additional Considerations

Work experience and/or education/advanced-level coursework in Business Administration, Environmental Economics or Environmental Management.

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.

Please Read Carefully:

This is a restricted position, which is solely funded by the General Assembly for a period of five (5) years ending on June 30, 2029. The availability of funding is scheduled for review before the expiration date of funding. Employment is contingent on the continued availability of non-general funds.

This position requires that the selected candidate complete a Statement of Personal Economic Interests as a condition of employment, per the Code of Virginia § 2.2-3118.2.

The Commonwealth of Virginia welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.

Excluding current DEQ Employees, selected candidates for employment MUST pass a criminal background check. A valid driver’s license is required of all DEQ employees in order to operate a state-owned or leased vehicle.

The Application Process: Individuals desiring to be considered for this position must submit a completed employment application or you may attach a resume before the position’s closing date. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities. Applications submitted via postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered.

DEQ Values Veterans: DEQ is a proud member of the Commonwealth of Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program, authorized under the Code of Virginia (§2.2-2001.2). We are committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining qualified Veterans and their spouses. Veterans who are hired into state positions may be eligible for additional leave accruals based on their total years of service in the military, National Guard or Reserve. For more information please visit: https://www.dhrm.virginia.gov/employeebenefits

Our Commitment: DEQ is an equal opportunity employer by both policy and practice. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive work environment with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, or against otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. It is DEQ’s intent that its employment and personnel policies and practices conform to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination. DEQ will provide if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of accommodation in order to provide access to the application and/or interview process. If any assistance is needed, please contact DEQ Human Resources Office at 804-698-4000.

Contact Information

Name: Yolanda Powell

Phone: 804-584-7203

Email: HROCommunications@deq.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.