NRO - P0208 - Water Permit Writer

DEQ • Woodbridge, VA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position reviews permit applications and permit related operation-design submittals for applicability and completeness and develops enforceable permits in a timely manner, which are technically and procedurally accurate in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, written guidance, and procedures. Please note this position follows a hybrid work schedule to include both in-office and telework. Candidates must be able to work from the assigned work location in Virginia. This is a restricted position. Continued employment is contingent on the availability of grant or non-general funds.

Requirements

• Knowledge, gained through education and/or experience, of environmental engineering principles and practices and water pollution control practices.
• Knowledge of state Water Quality Standards and federal and state water quality laws and regulations.
• Knowledge, skills and abilities in project management and personal computer operations (including word processing, spreadsheets, and database management).
• Ability to read, interpret and properly apply complex policies, guidelines and regulations.
• Ability to read and evaluate applications, engineering analyses, permits, and related correspondence.
• Ability to communicate and negotiate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to collaboratively work in a team environment.
• Must be sensitive to public attitudes and concerns while effectively carrying out the agency mission.
• Must be able to work with multiple stakeholders as necessary to resolve issues while being efficient, transparent, fair and consistent.
• Combination of education or training with major coursework in environmental engineering and/or natural science or a combination of work experience and education demonstrating an equivalent technical background.
• This position may require you to operate a state owned or leased vehicle. Therefore, a valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• provide recommendations and technical support for approval of facility design and operation documents
• provide technical support for permit related compliance and enforcement actions by working with clients to resolve issues efficiently, openly, fairly and consistently

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees