District Engineer – Lebanon County Conservation District

Pennsylvania Society of Professional Engineers; Lebanon (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental agency in Lebanon County is seeking a Civil Engineer – Construction Management Forensic Expert who will oversee stormwater management programs and conduct engineering reviews in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. The ideal candidate must be a licensed Professional Engineer in Pennsylvania with excellent communication skills and a strong understanding of erosion control measures. This role entails conducting site inspections, preparing reports, and mentoring junior staff. Evening or weekend hours may occasionally be required.

Qualifications

• Must have excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Possess a current PA Professional Engineer license.
• Valid PA driver’s license with an unblemished driving record.

Responsibilities

• Conduct engineering reviews of NPDES submissions and erosion control plans.
• Attend pre-application meetings and perform site inspections.
• Prepare monthly reports for the district board.
• Inspect sites for complaints and compliance related to erosion, sedimentation, and stormwater controls.
• Document all activities accurately and maintain required records.
• Testify before District Magistrate, DEP, and other bodies as needed.
• Mentor erosion and sedimentation staff and support ag project reviews.
• Prepare monthly reports for district board and PA Bulletin.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Knowledge of erosion and sediment control

Knowledge of stormwater management

Education

Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of PA

Tools

Basic Office Suite

Job description

Civil Engineer – Construction Management Forensic Expert

Job Purpose & Summary

The candidate is expected to have a pleasant disposition while providing expertise in the district’s post-construction stormwater management program, erosion and sedimentation pollution control program, and additional programs as required. The candidate will be instrumental in obtaining and administering the district’s post-construction stormwater management delegation agreement with DEP.

The candidate will review NPDES submissions for conformity with all applicable conditions, guidelines, policies, and regulations. Utilizing time frames, practices, and procedures established by the DEP, the candidate will produce accurate, defensible, and well-crafted comments. The candidate will oversee and approve work performed by the erosion and erosion and sedimentation pollution control technician and NPDES administrative specialist.

The District Manager, District Board, and DEP will conduct performance evaluations.

Office hours are from 7:30 to 4:00 Monday through Friday. On rare occasions, evening or weekend hours may be required.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Adhere to Lebanon County Conservation District’s delegation agreement (with DEP) level 2 responsibilities in the Erosion and Sediment Control Program and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit Program
• Attend pre-application meetings and perform plan review site visits.
• Conduct engineering reviews of NPDES submissions, erosion and sedimentation pollution control plans, and post-construction stormwater management plans for conformity with applicable Federal and State regulations
• Conduct site inspections regarding complaints and compliance related to the implementation or erosion and sedimentation pollution control and stormwater control measures
• Accurately document all activities using existing methods of documentation and/or improve upon documentation techniques
• Maintain accurate records and files as required by DEP and LCCD
• Testify before District Magistrate, DEP, Environmental Hearing Board, and other courts as necessary
• Oversee and mentor erosion and sedimentation pollution control technician and NPDES administrative specialist
• Assist the agricultural team with engineering and/or review of ag projects
• Prepare monthly reports for the district board and the PA Bulletin
• Assist District Manager with Annual Performance Reviews for E&S Staff
• Maintain strong professional ethics, optimistic attitude, and cheerful demeanor with clients, staff and associates.

The candidate must have excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills. They must possess the acumen to perform all duties effectively while acquiescing to regulations, guidance, policies, and procedures set forth by DEP and outlined in the LCCD employee handbook. The candidate is expected to perform other duties as assigned by DEP and the district. These requirements outline the fundamental competencies and knowledge required to excel in this role. The Lebanon County Conservation District and DEP may amend job requirements at any time

Qualifications

WORKING KNOWLEDGE OF:

PA CODE TITLE 25

• Chapter 93 Water Quality Standards
• Chapter 102 Erosion and Sediment Control
• Chapter 105 Dam Safety and Waterway Management
• Chapter 92, NPDES Permitting, Monitoring, and Compliance
• Additional regulations as required to fulfill obligations of the position

SOUND UNDERSTANDING OF:

• Applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Erosion and sediment control
• Stormwater management
• Agricultural practices
• Basic Office Suite
• TR-55

LICENSES

• Licensed (current) Professional Engineer in the State of PA
• Valid PA driver’s license with unblemished driving record