Water Inspector

Virginia Department of Environmental Quality; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is seeking a qualified inspector to perform technical water permit inspections under VPA and VPDES programs, reporting to the Central Office in Richmond with potential regional placements, and working a hybrid schedule that blends in-office and telework.

Candidates will examine compliance status, conduct field sampling and paperwork, and must meet KSA related to wastewater principles; a valid driver's license is required, and Nutrient

Qualifications

• Knowledge, skills, and abilities in wastewater treatment principles; plant design, operation and maintenance; environmental science; water/wastewater chemistry and analytical methods; wastewater sampling procedures and equipment; environmental laws and regulations; enforcement procedures.
• Demonstrated time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate both verbally and in written communications.
• Demonstrated ability in personal computer operation (including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases).
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• This position may require you to operate a state owned or leased vehicle. Therefore, a valid driver's license is required.
• If required as part of job responsibilities, must obtain DCR Nutrient Management Certification within 1 year of employment.

Responsibilities

• The primary responsibility of this position will be to complete water permit inspections (including technical, laboratory, and sampling), in accordance with the Agency Inspection Strategy and Standard Operating Procedures, in a timely and proficient manner, to determine a source’s compliance status.

Skills

Wastewater principles

Time management

Verbal and written communication

PC skills (Word, Excel, databases)

Teamwork and independence

Vehicle operation (driver's license)

Nutrient Management Certification (1st

Job description

Job Description

This position will perform technical inspections associated with biosolids land application activities conducted under Virginia Pollution Abatement (VPA) and Virginia Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (VPDES) permits in accordance with the Agency Inspection Strategy and Standard Operating Procedures, in a timely and proficient manner, to determine a source’s compliance status. A Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation Nutrient Management Planner certification is desirable but not required. Please note this position will report to DEQ's Central Office (located in Richmond, VA), however there may be opportunity for the selected incumbent to have a primary work location at one of DEQs other regional offices. This position follows a hybrid work schedule to include both in-office and telework. Candidates must be able to work from the assigned work location in Virginia. This position may require you to operate a state owned or leased vehicle. Therefore, a valid driver's license is required.

Hiring Range

59,754 - 84,913

Full Time or Part Time

FULL TIME

Additional Detail

This position will perform technical inspections associated with biosolids land application activities conducted under Virginia Pollution Abatement (VPA) and Virginia Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (VPDES) permits in accordance with the Agency Inspection Strategy and Standard Operating Procedures, in a timely and proficient manner, to determine a source’s compliance status. A Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation Nutrient Management Planner certification is desirable but not required. Please note this position will report to DEQ's Central Office (located in Richmond, VA), however there may be opportunity for the selected incumbent to have a primary work location at one of DEQs other regional offices. This position follows a hybrid work schedule to include both in-office and telework. Candidates must be able to work from the assigned work location in Virginia. This position may require you to operate a state owned or leased vehicle. Therefore, a valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

The primary responsibility of this position will be to complete water permit inspections (including technical, laboratory, and sampling), in accordance with the Agency Inspection Strategy and Standard Operating Procedures, in a timely and proficient manner, to determine a source’s compliance status.

Qualifications

• Knowledge, skills, and abilities in wastewater treatment principles; plant design, operation and maintenance; environmental science; water/wastewater chemistry and analytical methods; wastewater sampling procedures and equipment; environmental laws and regulations; enforcement procedures.
• Demonstrated time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate both verbally and in written communications.
• Demonstrated ability in personal computer operation (including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases).
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• A combination of education/course work, training, and experience to demonstrate the equivalent KSA’s listed above.
• This position may require you to operate a state owned or leased vehicle. Therefore, a valid driver's license is required.
• If required as part of job responsibilities, must obtain DCR Nutrient Management Certification within 1 year of employment.

About Us

The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the primary environmental permitting agency in the Commonwealth of Virginia. It is responsible for administering laws and regulations related to air quality, water quality, water supply, renewable energy, and land protection. Through the dedication and work of over 800 employees across six regional offices and the Central Office in Richmond, DEQ issues permits, conducts monitoring and inspections, and enforces the law.