Stormwater Compliance Specialist - NR Specialist III

Oregon Department of Environmental Quality; Eugene (OR); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has three full-time opportunities for a Stormwater Compliance Specialist (Natural Resource Specialist 3) across Oregon. The role focuses on reviewing permit applications, inspections, and enforcement to protect water quality.

Hybrid work is possible with a strong benefits package. This is a statewide recruitment for dedicated professionals in a mission-driven agency.

Qualifications

• 6 years of experience in a natural resource or environmental field; at least 1 year in technical/professional level.
• Bachelor’s degree may substitute for 3 of the required years; Master’s may substitute for 4; Doctorate may substitute for 5.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate complex stormwater permit applications, technical reports, plans, and compliance strategies.
• Determine permit coverage for industrial and construction activities to ensure regulatory standards are met.
• Conduct inspections, investigate complaints, evaluate data, and provide technical/compliance assistance.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Environmental justice understanding

Regulatory inspections experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree (physical/environmental science)

Master’s degree substitute

Doctorate substitute

Job description

The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has three full-time opportunities for a Stormwater Compliance Specialist (Natural Resource Specialist 3) across Oregon. The role focuses on reviewing permit applications, inspections, and enforcement to protect water quality.

Hybrid work is possible with a strong benefits package. This is a statewide recruitment for dedicated professionals in a mission-driven agency.