Stormwater Specialist Environmental Manager 2

State of Indiana•Brownstown, IN

45d•Onsite

About The Position

The Stormwater Specialist Environmental Manager 2 position is located in IDEM's Southeast Regional Office in Brownstown, Indiana. The position works with various types and sizes of construction sites and permitted industrial facilities by helping them comply with federal and state environmental stormwater quality regulations. The position is responsible for: permitted industrial facility compliance inspections, complaint investigations, identifying unpermitted sources of stormwater pollution, analyzing problems, and recommending a course of action to bring a source into compliance, including gathering of evidence and serving as an expert witness at adjudicatory proceedings. The position will also conduct audits of Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4s) related to compliance with implementation of a local construction and post-construction program. The position also provides technical assistance to local soil and water conservation districts and personnel, facilities, and stormwater professionals when necessary. The position also plays a role in outreach to contractors, facilities, public officials, and the general public. This position is integral to the success of the agency's efforts to assist all types of stormwater sites and permitted facilities to get into and stay in compliance with state and federal environmental rules and regulations. The daily duties of the position may include: conducting routine onsite inspections at construction sites or permitted industrial facilities; reviewing construction plans; reviewing compliance data; providing technical assistance activities to contractors or local stormwater staff; responding to requests for assistance with regulations and agency programs; and, responding to complaints. Inspections activities include: a general review of the source and onsite stormwater conditions and activities, review of recordkeeping, monitoring, testing, and data systems, review of onsite stormwater equipment and control systems, records reviews, and the control device observations. If deficiencies are found, the inspector assists the site or facility to determine what corrective actions are required, and then follows up to check that compliance is achieved. If a site or facility has questions concerning their control measures or permit requirements, IDEM staff may provide technical assistance. This position is stationed at IDEM's Southeast Regional Office located in Brownstown, Indiana. The position will report to the Brownstown office daily. The position will be responsible for stormwater compliance and complaint responses within the counties served by the Southeast Regional Office. This position will serve up to 15 counties in Southeast Indiana. Field time for this position is approximately 75 percent. The position requires frequent daytime travel. Minimal or occasional overnight travel may be required. A valid Indiana driver's license is required. A vehicle is provided for daily travel while on duty.

Requirements

a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Chemistry, Biology, Geology, Public Health or a related field.
at least two (2) years of experience in an environmental or environmental public health field.
Broad knowledge of theories, environmental protection principles and practices, specialty area, and program area.
Thorough knowledge of chemistry, biology, hydrology, mathematics, engineering, and other environmental sciences as they relate to program area.
Thorough knowledge of soil, water, air sampling, laboratory analysis and interpretation as it relates to program area.
Ability to conduct surveys, inspections and investigations of facilities and sites, review projects/situations, read plans, interpret findings, and make recommendations.
Ability to prepare documents for administrative and regulatory action.
Excellent research and writing skills for preparing accurate, precise, clear, and thorough reports.
Ability to effectively interact and orally communicate with parties with diverse levels of environmental expertise particularly for purposes of meetings, hearings, and negotiating critically sensitive issues.
Ability to interpret and apply legal terminology and practices, and the ability to apply these in a variety of conditions and situations.
Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Related certifications and coursework may be considered for education or experience.

Responsibilities

Serves as an environmental expert and provides guidance to regulated communities, government officials, attorneys and staff responsible for a variety of programs and program elements.
Project Management: Performs project management duties to ensure effective and timely management of program area needs, attends meetings, and responds to telephone calls, e-mails, etc., as required. Acts as a technical point-of-contact for assigned programs administering environmental programs which may include, but not limited to, environmental media sampling, data analysis, technical writing, work plan and report preparation, technical reviews, etc.
Permits: Researches state and federal guidance, laws, and regulations related to permits. Contacts applicants to request additional information to process applications, when necessary. Responds to comments from applicants, defends permit terms and conditions, and interacts with permittees to resolve permitting issues. Attends and participates in public meetings and hearings regarding permit actions throughout Indiana and/or appears in legal appeals of permit actions.
Inspection: Conducts surveys, inspections and investigations of facilities and sites, review projects/situations, reads plans, interprets findings, and cites appropriate violations of state and federal regulations. Provides technical and regulatory guidance to the regulated community in their assigned geographic area.
Enforcement & Compliance: Uses all compliance, enforcement tools, and resources available to ensure that regulated sources return to compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, and standards in a timely manner.
Support Services: Works to support the various programs in assigned agency in multiple capacities.
Sampling: Assists with the preparation of sampling and analysis work plans. Conducts field work as necessary following agency/section Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for assigned sites.
Technical Analysis & Testing: Conducts technical analysis and/or provides technical insights to assess environmental impacts with goals to meet state and national regulations.
Outreach Coordination: Communicates effectively with responsible parties, consultants, and/or their representatives, affected stakeholders, and interested parties such as citizens, public officials, and interest groups in a courteous and professional manner regarding permits, laws, questions, and program-related inquiries.
Essential functions of this position require travel on most workdays to inspect, audit, examine, survey, or investigate clients, customers, or other regulated entities and write reports at those sites or employee's home. Employee reports to the agency's office for occasional meetings or events. Number and timing of work hours may vary daily or weekly to accommodate operational needs and staffing concerns at the client's or customer's worksite, minimize expenditures for repeated visits to complete the work, and allocate resources to complete assigned work effectively.

Benefits

Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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