Stormwater Officer

City of Manhattan Kansas•Manhattan, KS

8d•$23 - $28

About The Position

The Stormwater Officer promotes acceptable stormwater discharge management practices by responding to citizen concerns, educating the public, inspecting active construction sites and stormwater detention facilities, investigating potential floodplain violations and other public reports, and inspecting City stormwater infrastructure such as inlets, pipes, and outfalls. The position enforces City of Manhattan stormwater ordinances, prepares documentation for state and federal agencies, and assists the Engineering Division in coordinating selected maintenance projects with Stormwater Maintenance crews. The role includes conducting inspections and code enforcement, responding to reports of illicit discharges or dumping, collecting and managing samples, measuring impervious areas, and supporting compliance with the City’s NPDES MS4 Permit and Stormwater Management Plan. The Stormwater Officer also serves as a contact for outside groups, individuals, and public agencies; reviews construction and site plans when directed; and develops and delivers public education programs. Occasional evening and weekend work is required to accommodate events, with overtime or flexible scheduling available at the employee’s request and supervisor’s approval. This is a regular, non-exempt position with a Monday through Friday schedule, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with some evenings and weekends. The starting salary range is $23.34–$28.01 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.

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.

Nice To Haves

Vocational school or some college coursework in biology, environmental engineering, construction management, or civil engineering.
Two to three years of prior related experience.
Knowledge of the Environmental Protection Agency, 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 sites, structures, stormwater infrastructure, and detention facilities for compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations.
Monitor active construction sites within City limits within prescribed time frames and inspect City stormwater infrastructure on a regularly scheduled basis.
Enforce applicable stormwater ordinances, recommend or initiate code enforcement actions, and issue notices of violation when appropriate.
Respond to reports of illicit discharges or dumping into the City’s stormwater system and conduct outreach and education to help prevent future violations.
Implement and direct a dry weather flow inspection program.
Perform sampling, manage samples, and deliver samples to the laboratory.
Measure impervious areas in the field and by computer to support the 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 tasks supporting the City’s NPDES MS4 Permit and current Stormwater Management Plan.
Assist with field investigations of potential floodplain ordinance violations.
Coordinate selected maintenance projects and follow-ups to citizen concerns between the Engineering Division and Stormwater Maintenance crews.
Review construction and site plans for code compliance when directed.
Plan, participate in, and deliver public education programs, including school, neighborhood, and community events.
Prepare reports, notices, and other documentation; maintain accurate inspection, compliance, and other records.
Use computers and related software to maintain inspection databases, generate reports and notices, and retrieve information.
Explain code compliance requirements orally and in writing, answer questions, and fulfill requests from outside groups, individuals, and public agencies.
Detect code violations and potentially dangerous conditions.
Attend meetings and training, ensure compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures, and perform additional duties as required.

Benefits

Boot, clothing, and vehicle allowances, if applicable.
City-issued cell phone, if applicable.
Retirement/pension through the Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS), with voluntary retirement contributions available through Nationwide, Mission Square, and Empower KPERS 457.
Medical, vision, dental, and prescription drug benefits, including wellness benefits.
10.5 paid holidays per year plus one 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 of up to $8,000 per calendar year for tuition and fees.
Professional development funds, based on department budget.
Reimbursement for certifications and licensure may be available.
Long-term disability.
Employer-paid group life insurance and basic life insurance.
Employee assistance program and voluntary benefit options.