A coordinated set of analytic activities aimed at reaching a conclusion, recommendation, or decision on a specific question, problem, or issue. Projects do not continue indefinitely, but are expected to end in the foreseeable future, i.e., when a conclusion is reached. A project differs from a program in that it has narrower scope, is situational in focus, and is temporary in duration. The process of defining a set of measurable variables, establishing their level, and specifying their interrelationships, for the purpose of understanding or explaining a particular phenomenon or set of phenomena, or predicting future states of affairs. Under the general supervision of a Waste Manager or higher level administrative supervisor, positions at this level typically function as a waste management unit leader in the central or field offices or on a UW System campus.
General supervision is received from higher-level supervisors or managers.
As principle department manager for the regulation of the metallic mining industry in the State of Wisconsin, develop, implement, and oversee the policies, procedures and activities of the Mine Reclamation program. Administer and enforce statutes and codes related to metallic mineral exploration, prospecting and mining, high level radioactive waste site exploration, and oil and gas exploration. Coordinate permitting activities with the Bureau of Environmental Analysis and Review. Supervise professional staff. Supervise the activities of unit employes involved in the implementation of the state and federal solid waste and recycling programs.