Environmental Conservation Coordinator

City of Kent, Washington•Centennial, CO

1d•$8,417 - $10,249•Hybrid

About The Position

The City of Kent is seeking a knowledgeable and self-motivated Environmental Conservation Coordinator to help advance our stormwater quality, environmental stewardship, and regulatory compliance efforts. In this impactful role, you will plan, develop, and implement a wide range of environmental programs that support clean water initiatives, City codes and standards, and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit requirements. Working both independently and collaboratively with our Environmental Water Quality team, you’ll lead programs related to stormwater planning, pollution prevention, public education and outreach, behavioral change campaigns, system mapping, and water quality monitoring. You’ll also work across departments to support stormwater management for existing and future development, provide technical guidance to City staff, respond to public inquiries, and contribute to environmental policy and program recommendations. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in environmental science or a related field, along with four (4) years of increasingly responsible work experience in environmental science. If you’re a detail‑oriented environmental professional who enjoys problem solving, data analysis, education, and hands‑on fieldwork, we invite you to join our team and make a meaningful difference in our community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or a related field
Four (4) years of increasingly responsible work experience in environmental science
Valid Washington State drivers license, or the ability to obtain within thirty (30) days of employment
Must successfully pass the City’s pre-employment driver’s records check; complete the City’s Defensive Driving Course; and maintain an excellent driving record
Valid First Aid/CPR Card, or the ability to obtain within thirty (30) days of employment.
New employees must successfully pass the City's pre-employment substance abuse screening
Must successfully pass a position specific background inquiry
Principles of environmental science
Construction plans and specifications
Research and analytical methods, practices, and procedures
City, county, state, and federal codes, standards, requirements and regulations relating to Fish and Wildlife; Water Quality; Surface Water, Industrial Wastewater, Utility & Drainage; National Pollution Discharge Elimination Systems permits; and other applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures related to inspection
Erosion and sediment control (ESC) BMPs for construction projects
Stormwater management with specific emphasis on the practical application of stormwater treatment techniques and devices
Environmental sampling protocols, specifically including areas such as water quality, soils, wetlands, and groundwater
Municipal public works construction techniques
Trends, legislation, and developments in the field of environmental engineering
City of Kent construction and development standards
Advanced mathematics including trigonometry, geometry, and algebra
Pollution sources and pollutants pertaining to surface water
Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment including personal computers and related software such as word processing and spreadsheet programs
Correct English, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary as it pertains to the job
City organization, operations, policies, and objectives
Basic principles and practices of government budgeting, accounting, and purchasing procedures and practices
Applicable health and safety regulations
Recordkeeping techniques
City utilities, storm, and drainage systems and facilities
Performing complex technical work in a variety of environments
Coordinating large programs among various City departments and/or between other local jurisdictions
Using interpersonal skills effectively in a tactful, patient, and courteous manner
Varying communication content and style as appropriate for different audiences, including the public, City inspectors, state and federal regulatory officials, and elected officials
Preparing and delivering oral presentations
Interpreting complex regulations and applying them to onsite situations
Making extensive mathematical computations accurately
Negotiations and conflict resolution
Maintain accurate records and prepare routine reports and correspondence.
Effective oral and written communication
Setting goals and assuring those goals are accomplished
Remaining professional when dealing with hostile and/or irate contractors, owners and citizens
Anticipating problems in advance of their occurrence and eliminating them when possible
Interpret, apply and explain codes, regulations, plans, policies and procedures
Define problems; collect, analyze, and organize data; establish facts; and draw valid conclusions and recommend an appropriate course of action
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Represent the City of Kent at regional meetings
Resolve conflicts with other departments, agencies, organizations, and the public
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
Work independently with limited supervision
Plan and organize work to meet schedules and timelines
Read, analyze, interpret and explain technical procedures and governmental regulations
Prepare clear and concise reports, business correspondence, and other regulatory documentation
Effectively present information and respond to questions from elected officials, groups of managers, contractors, developers, engineers and the general public
Maintain records
Effectively communicate both orally and in writing
Plan, organize and prioritize work schedule independently
Analyze and propose responses to state and federal regulations

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, implement, and coordinate environmental programs to improve stormwater quality, support compliance with City Codes and Standards, as well as National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Systems (NPDES) permit requirements.
Develop Stormwater program plans and priorities related to Stormwater Planning, Public Education and Outreach, Public Involvement and Participation, Stormwater System Mapping and Documentation, Maintenance of Stormwater Systems and Stormwater Management for Existing and Proposed Development.
Coordinate the Public Education and Outreach and Public Involvement and Participation programs by planning education and outreach and public participation events, developing educational materials for pollution prevention, updating the City website with accurate public information and developing, implementing and documenting behavioral change campaigns.
Research needed information on stormwater pollution prevention including treatment for pollutants such as Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS), Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) and 6 Phenyl Phenylenediamine Quinone (6PPD-Quinone) for education and stormwater planning program development.
Respond to public records requests with any information or data retained by Environmental Engineering.
Assist with the implementation of the City’s Illicit Detection, Discharge and Elimination Program.
Work with GIS staff to provide Stormwater System Mapping and Documentation to meet NPDES Permit requirements.
Provide training and technical assistance to City design engineers, construction inspectors, and public works operations personnel on effective environmental management techniques (e.g. stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, etc.) for City and private development projects under design and/or construction.
Develop corrective measures and associated costs for correcting environmental problems and/or preventing potential problems.
Monitor stormwater discharges and surface waters for compliance with state and federal standards.
Establish effective working relationships with adjacent local governments, State Department of Ecology, and State Department of Fish and Wildlife to monitor and correct environmental issues.
Provide technical support of City code enforcement activities and attend hearings to present testimony on pollution investigations.
Develop recommendations for changes in City environmental policies, regulations, and programs.
Represent the City at various meetings with citizens, contractors, consultants, and outside agencies.
Actively support and follow the vision, mission, values, and goals of the department and the City.