Senior Stormwater Analyst — Construction & Industrial

State of Vermont; Montpelier (VT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Generous leave

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Department of Environmental Conservation, Stormwater Program, seeks an Environmental Analyst to lead regulatory, technical, and compliance work for construction and industrial stormwater permits across Vermont. The role involves in-field EPSC guidance, permit reviews, inspections, enforcement support, and outreach within a regional district.

Responsibilities include technical lead duties, updating permits and guidance, and representing the Section in hearings and meetings.

Qualifications

• Master's or higher in a relevant field with 1+ year in natural resources
• Bachelor's in a relevant field with 2+ years in natural resources
• 5+ years in engineering/environmental/natural resources field
• Note: positions may accept equivalent combinations of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced reviews of state stormwater discharge permits for CGP, INDC, and MSGP to ensure alignment with water quality standards.
• Provide in-field EPSC guidance and outreach to developers, contractors, and municipal partners on construction sites.
• Evaluate industrial stormwater controls and provide on-site guidance to facilities to meet permit requirements.
• Conduct field inspections, track reporting, and contribute to enforcement actions as needed.
• Identify and implement workflow improvements, review procedures, and inspection protocols for efficiency.
• Ensure general permits, guidance documents, and regulatory forms remain accurate and up-to-date.
• Serve as expert witness or technical representative in hearings and meetings when required.

Skills

EPSC guidance

Field inspections

Regulatory compliance

Public hearings

Education

Master's degree or higher in a relevant science/engineering/data/social/environmental field

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

5+ years of related experience in natural resources/engineering/environmental sciences

Job description

The Department of Environmental Conservation, Stormwater Program, seeks an Environmental Analyst to lead regulatory, technical, and compliance work for construction and industrial stormwater permits across Vermont. The role involves in-field EPSC guidance, permit reviews, inspections, enforcement support, and outreach within a regional district.

Responsibilities include technical lead duties, updating permits and guidance, and representing the Section in hearings and meetings.