Stormwater Compliance Technician (full-time)

Chesterfield County; Chesterfield Court House (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Chesterfield County is seeking an Environmental Engineering position with a strong foundation in environmental science and fieldwork. The role involves supporting stormwater program inspections, data analysis, and reporting under VSMP/MS4 permits.

Applicants should be able to work 70% outdoors and 30% in office, with strong problem-solving and communication skills. The position emphasizes independent fieldwork, data interpretation, and coordination with supervisors and the public.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental studies, or a related field; one year of work experience in the environmental field; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Prior experience in environmental investigations, field and laboratory experience, and project management experience is preferred.
• Requires understanding of aquatic ecology, biology, chemistry, and physical data; knowledge and capability to review, analyze, and understand water quality monitoring data; perform mathematical and statistical analyses.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Stormwater Compliance Specialist with inspections related to VSMP/MS4 permit implementation.
• Perform wet and dry weather screenings, infrastructure inspections, source tracking, and watershed assessments.
• Perform field and laboratory analyses with instruments and wet chemistry methods; maintain and calibrate equipment.

Skills

Field experience

Water quality data analysis

Communication skills

Project management

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science/environmental studies

Tools

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Job description

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental studies, or a related field; one year of work experience in the environmental field; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Prior experience in environmental investigations, field and laboratory experience, and project management experience is preferred. Requires understanding of aquatic ecology, biology, chemistry, and physical data; knowledge and capability to review, analyze, and understand water quality monitoring data; perform mathematical and statistical analyses; the ability to problem solve and reason quickly with a high degree of accuracy; and intellectual curiosity. The position requires the ability to communicate technical information both orally and in writing; manage multiple tasks in a timely manner; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, peers, and the public. The position requires skill and experience in the use of personal computers, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS), word processing, spreadsheets, and the operation and maintenance of field and laboratory equipment. Ability to read and interpret land use plans, maps, surveys, and site plans. Be able to work independently in the field and office. Work is approximately 30% office environment and 70% outdoors. Fieldwork takes place in a variety of locations such as industrial areas, construction sites, commercial developments, subdivisions, roadways, over and around bodies of water, in and over steep slopes, uneven ground, thick brush, and heavily wooded areas. Work requires moderate to strenuous physical activity, under temperature extremes and adverse weather conditions. General knowledge of confined space entry procedures and hazardous situation avoidance desired.

Current valid driver’s license and good driving record required. Based on the Virginia DMV point system, records must not reflect a total of six or more demerit points within the twenty-four months preceding the anticipated hire date, or one major violation of six demerit points within the preceding thirty-six months. Out-of-state driving records must be obtained by the applicant and presented at time of interview. Records must reflect at least three years of history and be dated within thirty days of interview date. Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required.

Assist the Stormwater Compliance Specialist with activities relating to coordination and implementation of inspections related to the implementation of Virginia Stormwater Management Program (VSMP)/Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit. Evaluations include performing wet and dry weather screenings, infrastructure inspections, source tracking, and watershed assessments. Perform field and laboratory analyses with instruments, wet chemistry methods, and other procedures. Perform instrument and lab equipment maintenance and calibrations. Assist with inspections, enforcement, monitoring, source tracking, and cleanup. Educate businesses and residential users about water quality and stormwater related issues. Assist in the development of technical reporting in compliance with the county’s stormwater management permit. Perform other work as required.

This position is a part of an approved Career Development Plan (CDP) and offers career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience.

Monday - Friday; 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Environmental Engineering