As the division director, the incumbent exercises significant judgment, discretion, and decision making in establishing and executing Division programs, goals, objectives, and operating procedures. Duties are performed within the framework of State statutes, Agency policies, and the general direction of the Director of Operations. Extensive interaction occurs with other Department and Agency officials.
Supervision is exercised over a small technical and professional staff.
Plans, organizes, controls, coordinates, and evaluates a broad program of services, projects, and activities concerned with the protection, management, and utilization of the State's conserved lands. Establishes priorities and procedural rules and policies to ensure that all program components contribute to an orderly and balanced attainment of Department and Agency goals. Assures consistency with Agency policies, permitting requirements, and sound land use management principles. Assists in coordinating public involvement procedures and ensures that results are incorporated in final plans. Coordinates the securing of and compliance with required permits for planned activities and development.