Stormwater Specialist - GT0924 - WATERSHED PROTECTION
City of Denton
Job Description
Title: Storm Water Specialist
Position ID: GT0924-640750
Department/Division: Utilities/Watershed Protection
Reports to: Watershed Protection Manager
FLSA Designation: Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive: Yes
DOT: No
Definition: Responsible for implementing activities required for maintaining compliance with local/federal/state environmental and storm water regulations
Essential Functions:
Conducts storm water sampling activities, site assessments, inspections, and similar activities to ensure compliance with federal and state Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4)
permit
Interprets results, prepares compliance reports, and maintains databases required for compliance with MS4 permit
Assists in compliance with municipal Multi-Sector General Permits and construction site storm water permit requirements, which may involve surveillance monitoring, inspections, enforcement,
and reporting to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)
Conduct illicit discharge detection and elimination (IDDE) investigations, data collection and issuance of Notices of Violation (NOVs)
Assists with watershed monitoring requirements of watershed protection program, which requires knowledge of water quality monitoring activities, including preparation of sample bottles,
collection, storage, and preservation of water samples according to approved protocol for handling and custody and assists deployment, calibration, maintenance, and recovery of remote
monitoring equipment
Performs reviews and provides staff comments for Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWP3s) submitted to the City of Denton by developers
Reviews permits for erosion and sediment control compliance, including clearing and grading, batch plant, demolition, commercial and stockpile permits
Develops information concerning erosion and sediment control for distribution to the development community, publication on City web page, and similar venues
Responsible for inspecting initial erosion and sediment control installations at construction sites
Participates in public outreach activities to diverse audiences. Function includes maintaining compliance with Phase II stormwater “public education / involvement” criteria through coordination
of Texas Stream Team network
Interprets results and prepares reports / supporting materials leading to enforcement action for correction of violations with the consent of the Watershed Protection and Industrial
Pretreatment Manager and City Attorney
Maintains regular and punctual on-site attendance
Additional Duties:
Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications/Acceptable Equivalency:
Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Environmental Engineering or Bachelor of Public Administration (with environmental focus) or other closely related field
One year of experience in storm water, or regulatory compliance water quality monitoring
OR
4-6 years of direct storm water compliance experience
OR
Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job.
Core Competencies:
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers
Ensures accountability – Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments
Action oriented – Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy and enthusiasm
Collaborates – Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
Communicates effectively – Develops and delivers communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
Manages complexity – Make sense of complex, high quantity and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems
Decision quality – makes good and timely decisions to keep the organization moving forward
Directs work – Provides direction, delegates and removes obstacles to get work done
Nimble learning – Actively learns through experimentation when tackling new problems using both successes and failures as learning resources
Instills trust – Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity and authenticity
Optimizes work processes – Knows or builds more effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement
Preferences:
Extensive experience with federal and state storm water regulations in a municipal setting
Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC) and / or Certified Professional in Storm Water Quality (CPSWQ) designation or similar certifications.
Knowledge of storm water data management software such as CloudCompli and/or database management software
Experience investigating and abating illicit discharges
Proficiency with electronic field monitoring equipment for sampling storm water and/or water quality
Advanced degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Environmental Engineering or closely related field
Knowledge of water quality monitoring, limnology, water pollution control, storm water program and related issues
Conditions of Employment:
Must have and maintain a valid Class “C” Driver’s License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class “C” driver’s license
and state required minimum automobile liability insurance within 90 days of hire per state law)
Must pass a drug test, driver’s license check, criminal history check, and social security verification check
Must pass a physical examination
May be required to work hours other than 8:00 am to 5:00 p.m.
Must be able to lift 60 lbs
Physical Requirements:
Overall Strength Demands: The italicized word describes the overall strength demand of the functions performed by the incumbent during a typical workday.
Sedentary – lifting no more than 10 pounds
Light – lifting no more than 20 pounds; carry up to 10 pounds
Medium – lifting no more than 50 pounds, carry up to 25 pounds
Heavy – lifting no more than 100 pounds, carry up to 50 pounds
Very Heavy – lifting more than 100 pounds, carry more than 50 pounds
Physical Demand Codes: The following describes if the incumbent is expected to exert the following physical demands during a typical workday and the overall frequency.
Codes for “how often”:
Y = Yes
N = No
E = extensive (100-70%)
M = moderate (60-30%)
I = infrequent (20-10%)
A = almost never (<10%)
Task: Code:
Standing: M
Sitting: E
Walking: M
Lifting: M
Carrying: M
Pushing/Pulling: I
Overhead Work: I
Fine Dexterity: E
Kneeling: M
Crouching: M
Crawling: I
Bending: M
Twisting: M
Climbing: I
Balancing: M
Vision: E
Hearing: E
Talking: E
Video Display: E
Other:
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:
The essential functions of this position require the use of personal computer, Microsoft Word and Excel programs, storm water software such as Asist, Global Positioning and Geographical
Information Systems, automatic water samplers, remote monitoring devices, and analytical laboratory equipment.
Environmental Factors:
The essential functions of this position are performed in a laboratory setting and in the field under a variety of weather conditions.
This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
ADA/EOE/ADEA
Effective Date: 6/8/2002
Revision Date: 7/1/2021