Director of Water Infrastructure Financing Administration (PROGRAM MANAGER SENIOR II)

Company: State of Maryland
Location: Baltimore
Posted on: April 6, 2025

Job Description:

IntroductionPLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY. We are excited to announce an opportunity to join our leadership team as the Director of the Water Infrastructure Financing Administration (WIFA). As a key strategic partner, this position will play a pivotal role in driving the financial vision, growth, and operational efficiency of WIFA. We are looking for a dynamic and results-driven leader with a proven track record in financial management, strategic planning, and risk management. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and driving organizational growth through effective financial leadership. If you are passionate about the environment, shaping financial strategy and contributing to MDE's long-term success, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity with us. This is a MANAGEMENT SERVICES position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.GRADE24LOCATION OF POSITIONMaryland Department of the Environment Business Administration Water Infrastructure Financing Administration 1800 Washington Blvd. Baltimore, MD 21230Main Purpose of JobThis position will function as the Director of the Water Infrastructure Financing Administration (WIFA) within the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE), Business Administration. This position is an essential part of MDE's leadership team and oversees the allocation of Federal and State funds to ensure safe drinking water, and clean water to protect the environment in support of MDE's mission to protect and restore the environment for the health and well-being of all Marylanders. The Director of WIFA is responsible for the overall financial management and the agency's capital budget and thus often engages with MDE senior staff. The incumbent is responsible for accounting and audited financial statements, financial sustainability, loan disbursement, negotiating loan terms with borrowers, as well as reviewing and evaluating loan applications to ensure project viability and compliance with the state and federal requirements.POSITION DUTIESDuties of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Financial strategy: Driving long-term financial planning, forecasting, trend analysis, and resource allocation to align with MDE's mission.
• Budget management: Overseeing budget preparation, monitoring, and reporting that ensures transparency and compliance with State and federal requirements.
• Financial operations oversight: Managing accounting, grants, and other financial functions while enhancing operational efficiency.
• Team leadership & management change: Collaborating with MDE's Secretary, Deputy Secretary and members of the Office of the Secretary to make policy decisions.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university. Experience: Five years of senior-level experience managing financial operations for a professional organization to include budget management, budget analysis, and/or overseeing capital budgets. Two years of this experience must include the supervision of financial staff.SELECTION PROCESSPlease make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider the information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year. RESUMES ARE NOT ACCEPTED AND ARE NOT CONSIDERED IN THE SELECTION PROCESS. All information concerning the qualifications, including any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certificate, etc.) must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered. Should you possess a bachelor's/master's degree from a college or university outside of the United States, you must have your educational credentials evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted prior to hire. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. at 302-737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. at 1-800-932-3897 or 202-331-2925. All Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986. You must be legally authorized and possess any necessary documents under this Act in order to be hired in the position for which you applied.BENEFITSCLICK ON THIS LINK FOR MORE DETAILS. STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS: PERSONAL LEAVE - New State employees are awarded six (6) personal leave days annually (prorated based on start date). ANNUAL LEAVE - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year. SICK LEAVE - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year. PARENTAL LEAVE - up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child. HOLIDAYS- State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year.FURTHER INSTRUCTIONSIt is highly preferred that you apply online. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit the State paper application and supplemental questionnaire (by the closing date) to olivia.sterrett@maryland.gov or mail to: Maryland Department of the Environment OHR - Recruitment and Examination Division 1800 Washington Blvd. Baltimore MD 21230. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Olivia Sterrett at 410-537-3105. If you have difficulties submitting your online application, please contact the Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. MDE is dedicated to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We strive to cultivate an inclusive environment where differences are celebrated.
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