TDEC- SENIOR ADVISOR

Department of Environment and Conservation

Nashville, TN

For more information, visit the link below:

https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/environment/job-announcements-/executive-service/00041144_senior_advisor_commissioners_office_tdec-job-opp_es.pdf

Closing Date: 05/24/2023

Who we are and what we do:

The Department of Environment and Conservation exists to enhance the quality of life for citizens of Tennessee and to be stewards of our natural environment.

We foster a work environment that’s inclusive as well as diverse, where our people can be themselves. Every idea and perspective is valued so that our culture reflects the people we serve.

Our Department is committed to providing a cleaner, safer environment that goes hand-in-hand with economic prosperity and increased quality of life in Tennessee. We deliver on our mission through managing regulatory programs that maintain standards for air, water and soil quality while providing assistance to businesses and communities in areas ranging from recreation to waste management. We manage the state park system and programs to inventory, interpret and protect Tennessee’s rich natural, historical, and archaeological heritage.

How you make a difference in this role:

BOSE champions organizational excellence by working collaboratively with all TDEC divisions and our agency partners to ensure strong department operations capable of executing the department’s mission while we serve as responsible stewards of the resources we are trusted to manage.

Job Overview:

As the Senior Advisor you will work with an interdisciplinary team who works collaboratively with all TDEC divisions and our agency partners to ensure strong department operations capable of executing the department’s mission. You will direct a team of professionals who are responsible for managing significant department programs and projects. In this role you will provide support to the BOSE Deputy Commissioner in carrying out various department and bureau leadership duties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and support to direct reports, including Director of Data
• Governance - Division of Data & Records Management; Continuous Improvement Consultant ¿ Business Process Improvement; and Program Manager - Real Estate and Facilities Program Management.
• Lead the development and implementation of organizational change management (OCM), establish best practices for strategic projects, including but not limited to IT modernization and TDEC Central Office relocation.
• Assist with the development and deployment of internal communications aimed at keeping TDEC staff informed and engaged.
• Coordinate and facilitate various meetings and events, including town halls, leadership meetings, team meetings, work groups, etc.
• Collaborate with the BOSE Deputy Commissioner and the Technology Transformation Team (a partnership between TDEC and STS) in leading the department through business and technology modernization which will provide data driven services to connect customers, stakeholders, and staff to TDEC information and services by using integrated online tools and updated processes.
• Lead the development and deployment of department-wide outreach and training focused on OCM best practices and digital/data literacy to support a culture of continuous improvement, employee engagement, and professional development.
• Support the development and implementation of a BOSE strategy to assess department operational needs, increase efficiency and consistency between BOSE divisions, and improve internal communication across the department.

Required Experience:

The ideal candidate is required to have knowledge of Tennessee State government policies, procedures, interagency relationships and will be experienced in implementing change initiatives, managing staff and projects, and working collaboratively within the department and across state agencies.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ability to work independently and collaboratively to accomplish tasks is required. Candidates will possess excellent writing skills and demonstrated communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.

Pursuant to the State of Tennessee’s Workplace Discrimination and Harassment policy, the State is firmly committed to the principle of fair and equal employment opportunities for its citizens and strives to protect the rights and opportunities of all people to seek, obtain, and hold employment without being subjected to illegal discrimination and harassment in the workplace. It is the State’s policy to provide an environment free of discrimination and harassment of an individual because of that person’s race, color, national origin, age (40 and over), sex, pregnancy, religion, creed, disability, veteran’s status or any other category protected by state and/or federal civil rights laws.