Specialist, Compliance WQ - (26-WQ&T-813012-109)

District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority•Washington, WA

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties, locations, and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this job. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description, and incumbent(s) may be required to perform work-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description. This job description is not a “contract” between the employee and the Authority. The job duties and essential functions may be changed at the discretion of the General Manager. Specialist, Compliance WQ is responsible for assisting in the development, implementation, and monitoring of customer compliance programs (backflow prevention and grease abatement) and the hydrant-use permit program. This role is responsible for ensuring customers’ water, wastewater, and industrial waste systems are in compliance with governing DC Plumbing Codes, DC Municipal Regulations, and DC Water Policies. The Specialist, Compliance WQ position will be involved in a broad range of responsibilities including, but not limited to, conducting field compliance inspections; tracking and enforcing code and regulation requirements regarding cross-connection control, unauthorized water use, temporary hydrant use and sewer discharge permits, developing enforcement codes, monitoring industry trends, drafting letters describing inspection findings, communicating to customers, and educating stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering or related field from an accredited college or university
Two (2) years of progressive experience associated with water, wastewater, or cross connection field work; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Skill in using database and GIS applications.
Skill in communicating orally and in writing.
Ability to read maps and blueprints.
Skill in troubleshooting, sampling, and operating field monitoring equipment.
Maintains a working knowledge of applicable software programs (i.e. word processing, spreadsheets, databases, e-mail, etc.).
Must possess and maintain a valid Motor Vehicle Operating License.
Must have or obtain within 1 year from date of hire a valid backflow testing certification from an accrediting agency.
Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
Indoor and outdoor environmental conditions that include exposure to extreme cold and/or hot temperatures.
Areas classified as confined space.
Atmospheric conditions that affect the respiratory system or skin such fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation, or to exposure to oils or other cutting fluids.

Responsibilities

Assists in the development and monitoring of DC Water’s customer compliance programs.
Provides technical support to internal customers within DC Water and other agencies such as Washington Aqueduct, Department of Health, Council of Governments, and local governments on backflow prevention and cross connection issues.
Represents the Authority at public meetings.
Schedules and conducts site Inspections of water and sewer connections, meter yokes, backflow preventers, and/or grease interceptors to ensure compliance with applicable codes, municipal regulations, industry standards and DC Water policies.
Inspects industrial sewer dischargers, such as hospitals and chemical plants to ensure compliance with their discharge permits.
Processes the issuance and return of fire hydrant meters and backflow preventers with customers and internal tracking in database and billing systems.
Process fire hydrant meter readings and account refunds in database and billing systems.
Schedules and conducts site inspections to recover fire hydrant meters and backflow preventers from customers with expired permits and to investigate reported illegal connections to fire hydrants to ensure compliance with applicable codes, municipal regulations, industry standards and DC Water policies.
Inspects, tests, and repair fire hydrant meters and backflow preventers.
Communicates to all stakeholders verbally and through written reports, letters, and emails regarding inspection findings, recommendations, and requirements for complying with applicable codes, municipal regulations, industrial standards, and DC Water policies.
Responds to and assists staff with emergency investigations.
Operates Authority vehicles as an essential function of the position.
Maintains vehicles and/or equipment in a clean and orderly manner.
Reports any operating deficiencies to the appropriate personnel.
Performs other related duties and projects as assigned at the discretion of the supervisor.