Capacity Development Specialist

Civicworks; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Capacity Development Specialist role is situated within the Indiana Department of Environmental Management, Drinking Water Branch. The position coordinates drinking water programs and provides technical expertise to public water systems and government officials.

Responsibilities include managing compliance with drinking water regulations, conducting inspections, reviewing permits, and performing technical analysis, along with outreach and education.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of environmental or environmental public health experience.
• Thorough knowledge of chemistry, biology, hydrology, and environmental sciences related to drinking water programs.
• Ability to conduct inspections, surveys, and investigations of facilities and interpret findings.
• Excellent research and writing skills for preparing accurate reports and regulatory documents.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with diverse parties including regulated communities and government offices.
• Valid driver's license

Responsibilities

• Manage compliance with drinking water regulations.
• Conduct inspections and review permits.
• Perform technical analysis for water programs.
• Provide outreach and education to stakeholders.

Skills

Environmental experience

Chemistry & biology

Hydrology knowledge

Inspection & regulation

Report writing & communication

Valid driver's license

Job description

The Capacity Development Specialist role is located within the Indiana Department of Environmental Management's Drinking Water Branch, serving as an environmental manager coordinating drinking water programs and providing technical expertise to public water systems and government officials. Responsibilities include managing compliance with drinking water regulations, conducting inspections, reviewing permits, performing technical analysis, and providing outreach and education. The position requires broad environmental knowledge, independent judgement, and frequent field-based work, with a valid driver's license required.

Key qualifications:

• Five or more years of environmental or environmental public health experience
• Thorough knowledge of chemistry, biology, hydrology, and environmental sciences related to drinking water programs
• Ability to conduct inspections, surveys, and investigations of facilities and interpret findings
• Excellent research and writing skills for preparing accurate reports and regulatory documents
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with diverse parties including regulated communities and government offices
• Valid driver's license