Stormwater Programs Lead - Permits & Compliance

Illinois Association for Floodplain and Stormwater Management; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 91,729 - 126,127; Full time

Job summary

The Village of Downers Grove is seeking a Stormwater Administrator in the Engineering Department. The role plans, organizes, and evaluates stormwater functions, administers floodplain and stormwater ordinances, and ensures regulatory compliance.

Strong communication skills are essential for effective coordination with multiple departments. The position requires civil engineering knowledge and experience with permitting, floodplain management, and stormwater programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with stormwater design/floodplain management knowledge required.
• 4–6 years of progressively responsible civil engineering experience, with some stormwater/floodplain regulation experience preferred.
• A combination of education and experience producing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Processes and organizes stormwater permits.
• Maintains and verifies permit documentation per regulations.
• Liaises between Engineering and Community Development on permitting activities.
• Coordinates permit review with Village departments.

Skills

Civil engineering knowledge

Hydraulic/hydrology principles

Permitting processes

Supervisory principles

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Certification as Floodplain Manager (preferred)

State Registered P.E.

Job description

The Village of Downers Grove is seeking a Stormwater Administrator in the Engineering Department. The role plans, organizes, and evaluates stormwater functions, administers floodplain and stormwater ordinances, and ensures regulatory compliance.

Strong communication skills are essential for effective coordination with multiple departments. The position requires civil engineering knowledge and experience with permitting, floodplain management, and stormwater programs.