Stormwater Officer

City of Manhattan Kansas•Manhattan, KS

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Stormwater Officer promotes acceptable stormwater discharge management practices by responding to citizen concerns, providing public education, inspecting active construction sites and stormwater detention facilities, investigating potential floodplain violations and other reported issues, and inspecting City stormwater infrastructure, including inlets, pipes, and outfalls. The Officer enforces City of Manhattan stormwater ordinances and prepares documentation for state and federal agencies. The position also assists the Engineering Division in coordinating selected maintenance projects with Stormwater Maintenance crews. The role supports the City’s stormwater management program by monitoring active construction sites, inspecting City stormwater infrastructure on a scheduled basis, enforcing applicable ordinances, and implementing and directing a dry-weather flow inspection program. Duties include responding to reports of illicit discharges or dumping, issuing notices of violation when appropriate, conducting outreach and education, collecting and managing samples for laboratory delivery, and measuring impervious areas to support administration of the Stormwater Utility and Equivalent Residential Unit database. The Officer also inspects approved construction in the Levee Safety critical zone for general conformance with US Army Corps of Engineers-approved work plans and assists with floodplain investigations and NPDES MS4 Permit requirements. This is a regular, non-exempt, full-time position with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work is required to align with event schedules; it may be eligible for overtime or flexible scheduling at the employee’s request and with supervisor approval.

Requirements

High school education, GED, or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license.
Current KDOT Stormwater Inspector Training (CSW) certification, or ability to obtain it within 12 months.
Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret technical written material.
Ability to explain code compliance requirements effectively, orally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

Vocational school training or some college coursework in biology, environmental engineering, construction management, or civil engineering.
Two to three years of prior related experience.
Knowledge of Environmental Protection Agency requirements, National Pollution Discharge Elimination System Phase II permitting, City ordinances, and state statutes pertaining to water quality.
Knowledge of FEMA floodplain permitting and inspection processes and City ordinances on floodplain management.

Responsibilities

Inspect active construction sites, new and existing structures, stormwater detention facilities, and City stormwater infrastructure for compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations.
Monitor active construction sites within City of Manhattan limits within prescribed time frames and inspect City stormwater infrastructure on a regularly scheduled program.
Enforce applicable stormwater ordinances and recommend or initiate code enforcement actions, including notices of violation.
Respond to citizen concerns and reports of illicit discharges or dumping into the City stormwater system.
Conduct outreach and education to help involved parties understand compliance requirements and minimize future violations.
Perform sampling, manage samples, and deliver samples to the laboratory.
Perform field and computer-based measurements of impervious areas to support the City’s Stormwater Utility and Equivalent Residential Unit database.
Inspect approved construction in the Levee Safety critical zone for general conformance with US Army Corps of Engineers-approved work plans.
Assist with floodplain investigations and potential floodplain ordinance violations.
Assist in satisfying the City’s NPDES MS4 Permit and current Stormwater Management Plan requirements.
Explain code compliance requirements orally and in writing and detect code violations or potentially dangerous conditions.
Plan activities; prepare, file, and maintain accurate inspection, compliance, and other records and reports.
Use computers and related software to maintain inspection databases, generate reports and notices, and retrieve information.
Act as a main contact for outside groups, members of the public, and public agencies; answer questions and fulfill requests.
Coordinate between the Engineering Division and Stormwater Maintenance crews on selected maintenance projects and follow-ups to citizen concerns.
Review construction and site plans for code compliance when directed.
Initiate, participate in, plan, and deliver public education programs, including school, neighborhood, and community events.
Attend meetings and training, and perform additional duties as required.
Ensure duties comply with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.

Benefits

Boot, clothing, and vehicle allowances, if applicable.
City-issued cell phone, if applicable.
Retirement/pension through the Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS); voluntary retirement contributions are available through Nationwide, Mission Square, and Empower KPERS 457.
Wellness, medical, vision, dental, and prescription drug benefits.
10.5 paid holidays per year plus one additional floating holiday.
12 to 26 days of paid vacation per year, based on years of service.
12 days of paid sick leave per year.
Up to six weeks of paid parental leave.
Education reimbursement and professional development.
Reimbursement of up to $8,000 per calendar year for tuition and fees; professional development funds depend on the department budget, and certification or licensure may be reimbursed.
Long-term disability, employer-paid group life insurance, basic life insurance, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefit options.