Hybrid Water Policy & Compliance Coordinator

Dept-of-Environmental-Quality; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is seeking a position to assist in delivering and coordinating the pretreatment program under the VPDES framework. The role emphasizes policy development, technical support, and leadership for program staff while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and grant guidelines.

The work arrangement includes a hybrid schedule with in-office and telework options in Virginia.

Qualifications

• Combination of education or training with major coursework in environmental science or engineering, biological or ecological sciences, hydrology, soil science, aquatic ecology, restoration ecology, hydrology and hydraulics natural resource management or related fields or a combination of education and experience demonstrating an equivalent technical background.
• Demonstrated understanding of Clean Water Act, State Water Control Law, and DEQ water program processes.
• Experience with DEQ water program processes is desirable.
• Experience with state/public participation guidelines; developing, evaluating or implementing procedures and/or guidance.
• Knowledge of the Administrative Procedure Act.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities in project management and workflow/business process management.
• Ability to identify issues and propose solutions; focus on root causes.

Responsibilities

• Identify procedural, policy, guidance, and consistency issues and recommend implementation strategies to enhance program consistency.
• Ensure commitments in the program and timelines in procedures and regulations are met.
• Produce quarterly, semi-annual, and annual reports on water program activities as needed.
• Coordinate staff review of correspondence, reports, plans, and permits for conformance to procedures, regulations, and best practices.
• Respond to requests for technical and regulatory assistance from staff, partners, and the public.
• Provide guidance and training in technical and regulatory aspects of water programs.
• Evaluate programs for effectiveness and conformance to laws and guidelines.

Skills

Environmental program management

Policy implementation

Analytical skills

Communication

Project coordination

Windows/MS Office

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Environmental science/engineering coursework

Hydrology/Water resources knowledge

Related fields experience

Job description

Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is seeking a position to assist in delivering and coordinating the pretreatment program under the VPDES framework. The role emphasizes policy development, technical support, and leadership for program staff while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and grant guidelines.

The work arrangement includes a hybrid schedule with in-office and telework options in Virginia.