Assistant District Engineer
About The Position
Main duties include the review of Post Construction Stormwater Management (PCSM) of NPDES permit applications under Title 25, Chapter 102 of the Department of Environmental Protection Rules & Regulations of the Clean Streams Law. This role involves assisting with and performing PCSM reviews, participating in various permitting meetings, conducting technical evaluations of Best Management Practices (BMPs), and providing communication and coordination with a wide range of stakeholders. The position also requires providing technical assistance to the public, updating databases, delivering environmental presentations, and maintaining records. The employee will attend training sessions and other assigned duties.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering from an accredited University or College.
- At least 2 years of relevant experience in civil engineering and stormwater design/review.
- Proficient knowledge of Clean Streams Law and Ch. 102 NPDES permitting program.
- Proficiency in hydrologic and hydraulic concepts and software.
- Proficiency in reviewing Post Construction Stormwater Management (PCSM) plans and reports, and Erosion and Sediment Control plans and reports.
- Knowledge of technical standards relating to E & S control, PCSM, and a general understanding of environmental rules and regulations; earthmoving activity and its relation to soil erosion, soil mechanics and hydrology; survey instruments and interpreting various types of maps.
- Proficiency in inspecting construction sites for compliance with applicable regulations.
- Ability to work collaboratively as a team, as well as independently.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently with excellent time management skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft programs.
- Capable of planning and conducting educational/informational programs.
- Ability to read maps and plan sets.
- Ability to apply field information to plan drawings and narratives.
- Ability to traverse large tracts of land in all stages of earth disturbance, year-round.
- Possess valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.
Nice To Haves
- National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET), Certified Professional in Stormwater Quality (CPSWQ), or other similar certification preferred but not required.
- EIT certificate preferred, or in the process of obtaining EIT within 1 year of hire.
Responsibilities
- Assist with/perform Post Construction Stormwater Management (PCSM) reviews of NPDES permit applications in accordance with Chapter 102 regulations under our District Engineers.
- Participate in NPDES pre-application, pre-submission, and permitting review meetings and coordination with design engineers and consultants, PA DEP, and permit applicants throughout the permitting process.
- Conduct technical evaluation of Best Management Practices (BMPs) and Post Construction Stormwater Management (PCSM) BMPs on NPDES permit applications.
- Evaluate descriptive narrative including watershed, soil type, contours, surface water runoff calculations, and E&S/PCSM design specifications.
- Provide communication and coordination with landowners, municipal officials, state and federal agencies, consulting firms, developers, utilities, and conservation associations as needed throughout the permitting process.
- Provide technical assistance to the public for stormwater management and conservation of water and soil resources in Montgomery County.
- Update internal and state databases with permitting data.
- Provide environmental presentations and education for private and public sector.
- Maintain required time keeping and provide a written monthly report of activities.
- Attend regularly scheduled training sessions, conferences, and meetings as assigned.
- Other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
