Environmental Engineer VI - Dam Safety Program Regulatory and Emergency Action Plan Services

State of Vermont • Calais, VT

56d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Environmental Conservation, Water Investment Division, Dam Safety Program (DSP) is seeking a highly motivated individual with regulatory policy experience to join the regulatory and emergency action planning group within our team. The DSP acts as both a regulator and dam owner, regulating nearly 1,000 non-power, non-federal dams statewide and acts as the State’s owner representative at 14 dams, including the three Winooski River Flood Control dams. The DSP is a growing team that includes staff engineers, analysts, technicians, and professional engineers with many years of Dam Safety experience. The goal is to reduce risks to life, property, and the environment from dam incidents and failure through effective communication, education, and regulation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in environmental, sanitary, chemical, water resources, civil or mechanical engineering or a related field AND three (3) or more years of experience in a related engineering field
• One (1) year or more of experience as an Environmental Engineer V
• Two (2) years or more as an Environmental Engineer IV

Nice To Haves

• Experience or interest in dam safety engineering, regulation, Emergency Action Planning, and hydrologic and hydraulic modeling for dams
• Intent to pursue Professional Engineer licensure in the future
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced work environment
• Strong technical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Ability to identify and implement process improvements

Responsibilities

• Dam safety rule compliance and program buildout
• Permit review, issuance, and oversight
• Development, maintenance, and review of Emergency Action Plans (EAPs)
• Development of EAP policy and training
• Assistance with dam emergencies
• Dam inspections
• Dam operation and maintenance support including flood control dam oversight and operations

Benefits

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior