CO - P4629 - Water Permit Writer

Title: CO - P4629 - Water Permit Writer

State Role Title: Environmental Specialist II

Hiring Range: $56,051- $80,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Environmental Quality

Location: Dept of Environmental Quality

Agency Website: www.deq.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Central Office (CO) is seeking a qualified candidate to perform as the Department's coordinator for the new PFAS requirement for VPDES permit holders and facilities in the industrial pretreatment program, and to assist with the Department's responsibilities in Virginia Codes 62.1-44.34:29 and 62.1-44.34:33. More specifically, coordinating with the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) when receiving reports of PFAS Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) violations; reviewing MCL violation monitoring reports from VDH and facilities that self-report; coordinate the violation reports with PFAS Planners to develop and implement a plan to prioritize and conduct PFAS assessments; forwarding these reports and assessments to the affected publicly owned water treatment works; reviewing quarterly monitoring reports from facilities that have a PFAS MCL violation(s); coordinating with the PFAS planners and the PFAS Expert Advisory Committee at least twice a year; and helping other Department staff with the yearly report to the Govenor and General Assembly on the Department's activities related to PFAS assessments, self-reporting process, discharge monitoring process, and the activities of the advisory committee. Additionally, to act with a VPDES permit writing capacity to review permit applications and permit related operation-design submittals for applicability and completeness and to develop and write enforceable permits for issuance in a timely manner, which are technically and procedurally accurate in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, written guidance, and procedures; to provide recommendations and support for approval of plans, specifications and other value engineering documents, and to provide technical support for permit related compliance and enforcement actions by working with clients to resolve issues efficiently, openly, fairly and consistently.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of environmental engineering principles and practices, and water pollution control practices, gained through education and/or work experience.

• Knowledge of federal and state water quality criteria and wastewater control laws and regulations.

• Knowledge and understanding of the new PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) regulations, laws, sampling methods.

• Knowledge, skills and abilities to collaboratively work in a team environment.

• Knowledge, skills and abilities in project management.

• Ability to communicate and negotiate effectively, both orally and in writing.

• Ability to read, interpret and properly apply complex policies, guidelines and regulations.

• Ability to read and evaluate emerging contaminant monitoring reports, applications, engineering analyses, permits, and related correspondence.

Additional Considerations

Experience in permit writing or PFAS investigations, management, monitoring and/or equivalent experience..

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

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.