CO - P4366 - Water Inspector

Virginia Department of Environmental Quality; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) seeks a professional to conduct technical inspections of biosolids land-application activities under VPA and VPDES permits, ensuring timely assessment of compliance. The role emphasizes adherence to inspection protocols and accurate status reporting.

The incumbent may work from DEQ's Central Office in Richmond with the possibility of a primary location at regional offices, following a hybrid in-office/telework schedule in Virginia.

Qualifications

• Nutrient Management Planner certification is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical inspections of biosolids land application activities under Virginia Pollution Abatement (VPA) and VPDES permits.
• Follow the Agency Inspection Strategy and SOPs to determine a source’s compliance status.

Job description

This position will perform technical inspections associated with biosolids land application activities conducted under Virginia Pollution Abatement (VPA) and Virginia Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (VPDES) permits in accordance with the Agency Inspection Strategy and Standard Operating Procedures, in a timely and proficient manner, to determine a source’s compliance status. A Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation Nutrient Management Planner certification is desirable but not required.

Please note this position will report to DEQ's Central Office (located in Richmond, VA), however there may be opportunity for the selected incumbent to have a primary work location at one of DEQs other regional offices. 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 position may require you to operate a state owned or leased vehicle. Therefore, a valid driver's license is required.