Program Manager I – Sewer & Stormwater Watersheds & Environmental Resilience

City of Fort Wayne • Fort Wayne, IN

154d • Onsite

About The Position

The Program Manager I – Sewer & Stormwater Watersheds & Environmental Resilience role involves leading programs that improve water quality, manage stormwater, and support environmental resilience across Fort Wayne. This position requires coordinating with local watershed groups, overseeing Green Infrastructure designs, and managing floodplain management. The role implements policies, manages capital projects, and guides compliance programs to ensure sustainable, cost-effective, and safe practices in City Utilities operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Landscape Architecture, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 3 years of experience in utilities, stormwater, water quality, sustainability, or related public agency projects
• Leadership experience managing teams and interdisciplinary projects
• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills
• Working knowledge of construction contracts, methodologies, and regulatory compliance
• Transferable skills from project management, regulatory compliance, construction oversight, or sustainability initiatives are highly valued
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel (pivot tables), Power BI, PowerPoint, Word, Adobe Illustrator
• Ability to prepare technical reports, visualizations, and public presentations

Nice To Haves

• Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC) OR Certified Erosion, Sediment and Stormwater Inspector (CESSWI) within 18 months of hire
• National Floodplain Manager Certification within 12 months
• Indiana Commercial Pesticide and Fertilizer Applicator Certification Categories 5 and 6 within 12 months
• Valid Indiana Driver's License
• Experience with ESRI ArcGIS and other GIS software preferred

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage Sewer & Stormwater staff, including recruiting, training, performance evaluations, and discipline
• Lead MS4 Public Outreach and Education programs; track, report, and ensure regulatory compliance
• Coordinate with citizens, local organizations, and other agencies on mitigation areas, rain gardens, and regulated/natural drains
• Oversee floodplain strategic planning, permitting, water quality analysis, and capital project design and execution
• Manage project schedules, budgets, reporting, and presentations using PMIS, Microsoft Office, and GIS tools

Benefits

• As a Program Manager I, you'll shape sustainable practices that protect water quality and strengthen environmental resilience. You'll lead impactful projects, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, and drive meaningful change across our community. This role combines leadership, strategy, and hands-on environmental work in a stable, mission-driven organization.

What This Job Offers

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