CS-214 Position Description Form .us
CS-214Rev 11/2013Position CodeEQALTAB41RState of MichiganCivil Service CommissionCapitol Commons Center, P.O. Box 30002Lansing, MI 48909POSITION DESCRIPTIONThis position description serves as the official classification document of record for this position. Please complete this form as accurately as you can as the position description is used to determine the proper classification of the position. 2.Employee’s Name (Last, First, M.I.)8.Department/AgencyVacantDepartment of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy3.Employee Identification Number9.Bureau (Institution, Board, or Commission)TBDN/A4.Civil Service Position Code Description10.DivisionEnvironmental Quality Analyst 9-P11Remediation and Redevelopment5.Working Title (What the agency calls the position)11.SectionEnforcement Case CoordinatorCompliance & Enforcement6.Name and Position Code Description of Direct Supervisor12.UnitDarren Bowling, Environmental Manager 14Enforcement Unit7.Name and Position Code Description of Second Level Supervisor13.Work Location (City and Address)/Hours of WorkDan Yordanich, State Administrative Manager 15525 West Allegan Street, Lansing,80 hours/2 weeks14.General Summary of Function/Purpose of PositionThis person functions as an enforcement entry, intermediate, or experienced level worker in the Compliance and Enforcement (C&E) Section and works with district staff in the preparation and pursuit of enforcement cases to compel compliance with Part 201, Environmental Remediation, and Part 213, Leaking Underground Storage Tanks, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended (NREPA), and other state and federal environmental laws and regulations. This position also represents the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) in Part 201 and Part 213 enforcement proceedings, negotiations and settlement conferences. The person in this position will interact with RRD district staff and staff from the Department of Attorney General (DAG), as necessary, to complete the tasks outlined above. 15.Please describe the assigned duties, percent of time spent performing each duty, and what is done to complete each duty.List the duties from most important to least important. The total percentage of all duties performed must equal 100 percent.Duty 1General Summary of Duty 1% of Time75Represents EGLE in Part 201 and Part 213 enforcement proceedings, negotiation sessions, and settlement conferences, including the development of settlement documents as required. Assists, as requested by management, in the development and implementation of statewide enforcement procedures, policies, strategies, and guidelines for enforcement orders. These activities involve coordination with other EGLE staff, the DAG, EGLE management, other departments, and the federal government as necessary.Individual tasks related to the duty.Under the guidance of management, negotiates voluntary agreements with responsible parties, with assistance from the DAG when appropriate, for recovery of past and future costs incurred by the state at sites of environmental contamination and/or for implementation of response activities or corrective actions. Drafts initial settlement agreement and assures that certain programmatic consistencies are maintained throughout settlement negotiations. Revises settlement documents to reflect the outcome of negotiations.Coordinates negotiation strategies and procedures as appropriate and using established guidance with DAG staff, Remediation and Redevelopment (RRD) technical and program staff, and division/EGLE management to ensure a consistent programmatic approach and mutual support. Brings issues to supervisor when review is appropriate.Assists the DAG in the preparation of legal complaints, pleadings, and briefs, and provides litigation support per management and agency guidance.Prepares and/or reviews briefing reports and memoranda for referral of cases to DAG staff for assistance with negotiations, litigation, or legal opinions.Keeps team members informed of important issues as enforcement cases move forward toward resolution.Writes recommendations for approval of proposed settlements. Enters required data for assigned cases into appropriate Part 201 and Part 213 enforcement databases.Utilizes specific methods developed for the purpose of determining fines and penalties.Provides guidance to field staff, other agencies, the general public, and private attorneys regarding the RRD’s legal authority pursuant to Parts 201 and 213.Duty 2General Summary of Duty 2% of Time15Acts as liaison to the public and RRD staff, using input from management and senior level staff as appropriate, for Part 201 and Part 213 enforcement program issues, including statutory requirements, RRD procedures/policies, enforcement actions and other issues.Individual tasks related to the duty.Drafts and revises, as directed and appropriate, Part 201 and Part 213 program documents. Emphasizes accuracy, clarity, and consistency based upon knowledge and interpretation of Part 201 and Part 213 programs, technical knowledge of contaminant remediation; and knowledge of policies and procedures.Responds to requests for information and resolves problems relating to the Part 201 and Part 213 enforcement programs with the public, RRD staff, and federal and state agencies.Duty 3General Summary of Duty 3% of Time5Participates in and provides training sessions to enhance and maintain speaking and professional and technical skills relating to understanding all aspects of Parts 201 and 213, the rules for both statutes, corporate environmental liability; negotiation tactics; and the components of legally binding agreements used in the Part 201 and Part 213 programs.Individual tasks related to the duty.Attends and participates in District Enforcement Coordinator Committee (DECC) meetings.Participates in RRD policy-making discussions. Attends and participates in model document meetings.Seeks opportunities to attend and participate in training related to major enforcement tasks such as negotiation training, etc.Participates in training offered that explains the technical aspects of the Part 201 and 213 programs.Duty 4General Summary of Duty 4% of Time5Perform other duties as assigned by the Enforcement Unit Supervisor and/or the Section Manager.Individual tasks related to the duty.Perform duties as assigned.16.Describe the types of decisions made independently in this position and tell who or what is affected by those decisions.Manage time by normally determining where available time should be utilized and establish personal work priorities.Decide which issues to bring forward for supervisor review during settlement negotiations, as well as the issues in the performance of daily position tasks to help assure consistency in procedural, policy, and programmatic decisions.17.Describe the types of decisions that require the supervisor’s review.Approval of final settlement agreements.Approval of final reports.Approval of final correspondence.Approval of compliance & enforcement strategy.Program decisions with policy implications or having broad program implications, including but not limited to major revisions to model settlement documents.18.What kind of physical effort is used to perform this job? What environmental conditions is this position physically exposed to on the job? Indicate the amount of time and intensity of each activity and condition. Refer to instructions.The position is primarily office oriented with extended periods of sitting -- computer use and extensive reading. Occasional travel is required for meetings or training which includes normal driving skills and/or site visits may involve potential exposure to hazardous substances (e.g., soil, water, air); general safety hazards, and exposure to weather conditions.19.List the names and position code descriptions of each classified employee whom this position immediately supervises or oversees on a full-time, on-going basis. (If more than 10, list only classification titles and the number of employees in each classification.)NAMECLASS TITLENAMECLASS TITLEN/AN/AN/AN/A20.This position’s responsibilities for the above-listed employees includes the following (check as many as apply):Complete and sign service ratings.Assign work.Provide formal written counseling.Approve work.Approve leave requests.Review work.Approve time and attendance.Provide guidance on work methods.Orally reprimand.Train employees in the work.21.What are the essential functions of this position?The essential duties of this position include assisting RRD district staff in the preparation and pursuit of enforcement cases to compel compliance with Part 201, Environmental Remediation, and Part 213, Leaking Underground Storage Tanks, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (NREPA), 1994 PA 451, as amended, and other state and federal laws and regulations. This position, with management oversight, represents EGLE in Part 201 and Part 213 enforcement proceedings, negotiations and settlement conferences. Additional duties of this position will include review and coordination of bankruptcy claims and citizen suits filed under Part 201, Part 213, or other state and federal laws and regulations. The person in this position will interact with staff from the Department of Attorney General (DAG) office, as necessary, to complete the tasks outlined above. Knowledge of database applications is required in order to enter and manipulate enforcement data and related materials and to provide staff and the general public with access to our enforcement actions related to environmentally impacted properties within the state.22.Indicate specifically how the position’s duties and responsibilities have changed since the position was last reviewed.This position is currently vacant. The primary duties of this position will be case coordination as outlined in Duty #1. 23.What is the function of the work area and how does this position fit into that function?The Enforcement Unit (EU) is responsible for the compliance and enforcement of Parts 201 and 213 of the Natural Resources Environmental Protection Act (NREPA), the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act, 1980 (CERCLA) and other state and federal laws. In addition, the case coordinator will provide expertise to the department, division and Attorney General on matters relating to the legal and administrative elements for the enforcement of Part 201 and Part 213, including the recovery of costs incurred by the state for response and oversight activities conducted by the state at sites of environmental contamination.This position is responsible for pursuing and tracking enforcement cases to compel compliance with Parts 201 and 213. This position represents the department in enforcement proceedings and serves as a liaison with the DAG. The work product generated by this position is a component of the legally binding agreements required by Part 201, Part 213 and CERCLA to resolve parties’ obligations at sites of environmental contamination. 24.What are the minimum education and experience qualifications needed to perform the essential functions of this position?EDUCATION:Possession of a bachelor's degree in the biological sciences, engineering, physical sciences, resource development, or resource management.ORPossession of a bachelor's degree in any major with at least 30 semester (45 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: biochemistry, biology, botany, chemistry, crop and soil science, engineering, environmental health, environmental science, forest management, geology, ecology, meteorology, microbiology, physics, remote sensing, resource development, resource management, toxicology, or zoology.EXPERIENCE:9 level: No specific type or amount is required.10 level: One year of professional experience equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst 9.P11 level: Two years of professional experience equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst, including one year equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst 10.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:The ability to interpret and apply environmental regulations is an important skill related to this position. Specific knowledge of Part 201 and/or Part 213 of NREPA and its administrative rules, policies and procedures and knowledge of the federal Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act would be beneficial. The ability to understand and communicate through verbal and written communication; understand and analyze statutory frameworks and complex liability schemes; efficiently organize data and other information; assemble and compile information to prepare briefings, legal documents, and reports; work independently while exercising good judgment; and work professionally under stressful situations.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:None RequiredNOTE: Civil Service approval of this position does not constitute agreement with or acceptance of the desirable qualifications for this position.I certify that the information presented in this position description provides a complete and accurate depiction of the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Supervisor’s SignatureDateTO BE FILLED OUT BY APPOINTING AUTHORITYIndicate any exceptions or additions to statements of the employee(s) or supervisors.I certify that the entries on these pages are accurate and complete. Appointing Authority SignatureDateTO BE FILLED OUT BY EMPLOYEEI certify that the information presented in this position description provides a complete and accurate depiction of the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employee’s SignatureDateNOTE: Make a copy of this form for your records. ................
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