This class is distinguished from the Environmental Engineer Consultant class by having the responsibility for directing a major technical statewide program. Performs work of considerable difficulty. Positions are responsible for the effectiveness of the particular technical services programs over which they are assigned. Positions in this class are free to plan, develop and organize all phases of work within very broad program parameters. Positions in this class are technical experts for a subject area and have statewide program responsibility.
Incumbents plan, develop and oversee programs essential to the mission of the agency.
Decisions and actions by persons in this class could have major and direct effects on the environment, public health, and economics of the Commonwealth. The need for absolute technical accuracy and correct decision making is extremely important in order to protect the public health and environment of the state as well as to assure the best use of public and private funds expended in planning, development, construction and operation of environmental facilities. Makes presentations to the general public and state groups. None identified for this class. An equivalent combination of training and experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledge and abilities may substitute for this education and experience.