CO - P4420 - Stormwater Program Technical Reviewer

Title: CO - P4420 - Stormwater Program Technical Reviewer

State Role Title: Environmental Specialist II

Hiring Range: $56,051 - $95,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Environmental Quality

Location: Central Office

Agency Website: www.deq.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality is seeking a highly qualified candidate to administer, plan, and organize the Virginia Stormwater Management Handbook review and update process for consistency with the Administrative Process Act. This position coordinates and manages the Technical Review Committee meetings, as well as provides technical expertise, guidance and assistance to multiple program areas related to Erosion and Sediment Control, Stormwater Management, and Construction Stormwater Permitting. In addition, this position reviews and approves Stormwater Management and Erosion and Sediment Control Plans, as well as processes other environmental permits.

Minimum Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of water environmental statutes, regulations and policies related to related to stormwater management, erosion and stormwater control, and stormwater permitting.

• Knowledge of regulation development, policy analysis, and government operations.

• Knowledge of engineering principles, environmental science, and other technical areas related to stormwater management and permitting.

• Knowledge of compliance and enforcement practices.

• Ability to work effectively with little direct supervision and to work well with diverse groups of people.

• Ability to communicate effectively.

• Strong ability to analyze and solve complex problems.

Additional Considerations

• Combination of education or training/experience with major coursework in environmental engineering or environmental science with a background in engineering concepts, or physical science disciplines containing hydraulics or soils principles, or in another technical field relating to land development.

• Knowledge of site design, soils, hydrology, surveying, and/or environmental law.

• DEQ certification as a Dual Combined Administrator is preferred or able to be obtained within 12 months of employment in the position.

Special Instructions

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Please Read Carefully:

The Commonwealth of Virginia welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.

Excluding current DEQ Employees, selected candidates for employment MUST pass a criminal background check. A valid driver's license is required of all DEQ employees in order to operate a state-owned or leased vehicle.

The Application Process: Individuals desiring to be considered for this position must submit a completed employment application or you may attach a resume before the position's closing date.

Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities. Applications submitted via postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered.

DEQ Values Veterans: DEQ is a proud member of the Commonwealth of Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program, authorized under the Code of Virginia (§2.2-2001.2). We are committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining qualified Veterans and their spouses.

Veterans who are hired into state positions may be eligible for additional leave accruals based on their total years of service in the military, National Guard or Reserve. For more information please visit: https://www.dhrm.virginia.gov/employeebenefits

Our Commitment: DEQ is an equal opportunity employer by both policy and practice.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive work environment with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, or against otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. It is DEQ's intent that its employment and personnel policies and practices conform to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination.

DEQ will provide if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of accommodation in order to provide access to the application and/or interview process. If any assistance is needed, please contact DEQ Human Resources Office at 804-698-4000.

Contact Information

Name: Emily Duncan

Phone: (804) 845-4910

Email: HROCommunications@deq.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.