Stormwater Program Manager

Whatcom County, WA; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

PTO & holidays

PERS retirement

Deferred compensation

Life insurance

FSA

EAP

Job summary

Whatcom County Public Works seeks a Stormwater Program Manager to lead the Stormwater Division and deliver services to stormwater utility ratepayers, managing maintenance and capital programs to protect water quality, reduce flooding, and improve urban stormwater for public health and the environment.

This leadership role directs a multidisciplinary team, oversees major capital projects, ensures regulatory compliance, develops watershed master plans, and builds partnerships with community and

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience
• At least two years of supervisory experience
• Knowledge of civil engineering projects and municipal stormwater permits (prefer WA state)
• Strong communication and community engagement skills
• Commitment to public service and environmental outcomes

Responsibilities

• Lead the Stormwater Division, a multidisciplinary team of planners, engineers, and technicians
• Oversee major stormwater capital projects: design, construction, permitting, and landowner agreements
• Ensure regulatory compliance with NPDES stormwater requirements
• Identify, prioritize, and develop watershed master plans
• Build partnerships with the County, community, and partner agencies
• Mentor staff and promote teamwork and excellence

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Public outreach

Mentoring

Strategic planning

Education

Civil engineering / environmental science / public administration or related field

Job description

Lead the Future of Stormwater Management in Whatcom County!

Whatcom County Public Works Department is hiring a Stormwater Program Manager to lead the Stormwater Division and ensure the effective delivery of services to stormwater utility ratepayers. This position will oversee the development and implementation of maintenance and capital programs that protect water quality, minimize flooding, and manage urban stormwater to support public health and the environment.

Make an impact where infrastructure, environment, and community meet. Join Whatcom County Public Works as Stormwater Program Manager!

In this leadership role, you’ll:

• Lead the County’s Stormwater Division, a multidisciplinary team of planners, engineers, and technicians.


• Oversee major stormwater capital projects, including design, construction, permitting, and landowner agreements.


• Ensure regulatory compliance with NPDES stormwater requirements and promote environmental stewardship.


• Identify, prioritize, and develop watershed master plans.


• Build partnerships across the County, community, and partner agencies.


• Mentor staff and champion a culture of teamwork, collaboration, and excellence.

For more information see the job description and our Stormwater Division webpage.

Supervisor: Director, Public Works

Salary Range: Unrepresented - Range 12, $8,579.00 - $12,456.00 per month DOQ

Hiring rate depends on qualifications. This position receives annual pay increases to the next step in the associated salary range (apx. 3.8%) subject to satisfactory performance, in addition to any negotiated Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA).

We are required by State Law to list the full salary range. As a public entity, we are required to make pay decisions based on experience, qualifications, and equity with other employees. Hiring rate typically is limited to entry to mid of the posted salary range, subject to required approvals.

The successful candidate will be a strategic and experienced leader with education in civil engineering, construction management, environmental science, public administration, or other related field. Candidates must have a minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience, including at least two years of supervisory experience.

Preferred candidates will have knowledge and experience managing civil engineering projects, municipal stormwater permits, and providing public services, preferably in Washington State. They will be a strong communicator, valuing public outreach and customer service, engaging with the community to create positive environmental outcomes that minimize flooding and improve water quality.

For more information see the job description.

Distinguish yourself in public service and make a commitment to our future.

Whatcom County, WA is truly special and a great place to call home!

Benefits:

Whatcom County offers excellent benefits at no cost to employees, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees AND their family.


• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and 12 paid holidays annually. Prior related public service considered for setting accrual rate. Accrue up to 330 hours of PTO annually. Cash-out up to 40 hours over 330 maximum annually.


• Lifetime pension through the Washington State Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), with joint contributions required from the employee and the County.


• Voluntary Deferred Compensation Retirement with County match.


• $50,000 Life Insurance coverage for employees.


• Voluntary Term Life Insurance and Personal Accident Insurance.


• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available for health care and/or dependent care expenses.


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).


• Additional benefit information.

• Employment Year Accrual - Month Accrual - Year


• 1st – 4th year 18.00 hours 5.4 Weeks


• 5th – 9th year 21.33 hours 6.4 Weeks


• 10th + year 24.67 hours 7.4 Weeks

Subject to satisfactory performance this position receives annual pay increases to the next step in the associated salary range (apx. 3.8%), in addition to any approved Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA).