Water Quality and Environmental Compliance Specialist

Water Otter Job Board; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District seeks a Water Quality and Environmental Compliance Specialist to lead regulatory compliance for stormwater and related programs in Riverside. The role emphasizes NPDES permit oversight, data analysis, and coordination with Copermittees and agencies.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, experience with environmental reporting, and a background in planning or environmental science.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in planning, biology, environmental sciences, environmental engineering, or closely related field.
• Proof of degree required at time of application.
• Knowledge of CEQA, NEPA, Clean Water Act and related environmental laws.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement regulatory compliance strategies for stormwater management.
• Collect and analyze environmental data to assess aquatic health.
• Prepare regulatory compliance reports for agencies.
• Manage consultant contracts and review work products.
• Coordinate with Copermittees and regulatory agencies.
• Plan and coordinate public education on water quality protection.
• Identify impacts of environmental regulations on municipal operations.

Skills

Communication

NPDES permits

Water quality

Education

Bachelor's degree in planning, biology, environmental sciences, environmental engineering, or closely related field

Job description

Job Description

***Repost: Reapplication is not required.***

ALL APPLICANTS MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF THEIR OFFICIAL AND/OR UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS OF THEIR COMPLETED DEGREE AT AN ACCREDITED COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY.

The County of Riverside's Flood Control and Water Conservation District has an exciting opportunity for a Water Quality and Environmental Compliance Specialist. This position will be filled at either the Assistant Flood Control Planner or Associate Flood Control Planner level and will be assigned to the Flood Control District's Watershed Protection Division in Riverside.

About the Role:

Watershed Protection Division staff are principally engaged in the development and implementation of regulatory compliance strategies that balance protection of the natural environment with the District's mission to responsibly manage stormwater in service of safe, sustainable and livable communities. This role requires a detailed understanding of urban stormwater quality management, and the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits governing the construction, operation and maintenance of stormwater management infrastructure.

• Conducting and coordinating implementation of stormwater management practices and NPDES permit compliance actions.
• Collecting and analyzing environmental quality data to evaluate aquatic ecosystem health and inform management decisions.
• Evaluating stormwater program implementation outcomes and effectiveness.
• Preparing regulatory compliance reports and program guidance documents, ensuring timely submission to regulatory agencies.
• Developing and managing consultant contracts, reviewing consultant products for quality.
• Coordinating closely with municipal NPDES Copermittees and regulatory agencies.
• Planning and coordinating public education and outreach activities related to water quality protection.
• Analyzing environmental legislation/regulations for impacts on municipal operations and formulating regulatory compliance approaches.
• Responding to inquiries and complaints from regulatory agencies, municipalities, and the general public regarding water quality concerns.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Ideal Candidate:

The Flood Control District is seeking candidates with excellent communication skills who can contribute to the development of programs and projects that protect Riverside County's creeks, streams, rivers, and lakes. Candidates with experience in preparing high-quality scientific and technical reports and oral presentations, who thrive in a team-focused environment, and with knowledge of municipal NPDES Stormwater Permits and California's regulatory programs for water quality protection, are highly encouraged to apply.

Career Progression:

• Assistant Flood Control Planner
• Associate Flood Control Planner
• Senior Flood Control Planner
• Environmental Project Manager
• Division Chief

Additionally to note:

Urban stormwater management is the development and implementation of practices to support healthy waterways and aquatic ecosystems, reduce flooding risk and safeguard infrastructure and protect public health. It includes planning for stormwater runoff, delivering stormwater management systems and regulating the collection, storage and movement of stormwater. Stormwater management is integral to land development and re-development practices.

Meet the Team!

The Riverside County's Flood Control and Water Conservation District provides for the control and conservation of flood and storm waters and for the protection of watercourses, watersheds, public highways, life and property from damage within its boundaries.

Additional responsibilities:

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• Use in-depth knowledge of state, and federal environmental laws to evaluate NPDES permits and Watershed Restoration Plans and develop compliance plans.
• Ensure NPDES permit compliance through implementation of plans and related programs internally and externally in coordination with Copermittees, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Document and evaluate implementation of compliance actions and develop required reports with as-needed consultant support in coordination with Copermittees and regulatory agencies for timely report submittal and follow-up.
• Serve on technical committees and participate in stakeholder meetings for stormwater quality or water conservation related studies and projects conducted by the District or other agencies. May include scheduling, coordination, leading and facilitating NPDES-related committees and workgroups.
• Review consultant progress and work products and prepare contract documentation.
• Critically assess stormwater quality improvement programs and plans to identify potential funding sources, feasibility, and system impact, and anticipated environmental documents required.
• Develop program budgets, determine costs and benefits of existing and proposed stormwater quality and water conservation programs and projects.
• Interact with District staff, Copermittees, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to timely address questions and complaints.

Assistant Flood Control Planner:

$31.3494 - $48.1364 Hourly
$5,434 - $8,344 Monthly
$65,207 - $100,124 Annually

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in planning, biology, environmental sciences, environmental engineering, or a closely related field. Proof of degree is required at the time of application.

Knowledge of:

Basic principles of water quality control and water resource management; basic principles of either environmental, chemical, civil, agricultural, geotechnical, or sanitary engineering relating to the treatment and disposal of solid and liquid wastes, or relating to the control of water pollution and the management of source ground water; social, economic, and environmental conditions which affect public works planning; research, analytical, and statistical methods applicable to public works planning; methods, equipment, including computers, and techniques used in the preparation of planning reports; modern theories, current trends, and general principles and practices of urban and public works planning; local, state and federal environmental laws, regulations, and standard practices; CEQA, NEPA, Clean Water Act (404, 401), ESA, California Fish and Game Code, and other applicable state and federal regulations and guidance; "Water of the US and the State" and Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plans.

Ability to:

Analyze water degradation and pollution and make recommendations for elimination and control; apply statistical methods and computer modeling techniques to stormwater planning projects; research, compile, analyze and interpret data; communicate effectively orally and in writing in a variety of situations; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work; analyze planning problems, technical studies, and documents, develop and evaluate alternative solutions, and recommend effective courses of action.

Associate Flood Control Planner:

$39.7136 - $61.4741 Hourly
$6,884 - $10,656 Monthly
$82,604 - $127,866 Annually

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in planning, environmental sciences, environmental engineering, or a closely related field. (A Master's degree in planning, public administration, biology, chemistry, civil engineering, environmental sciences, or a closely related field may substitute for one year of the non-specialized required experience).

Experience:

OPTION I

Water Resource Planning Review: Two years of responsible professional planning or engineering experience which includes one year of public works planning or engineering.

OPTION II

Environmental Planning: Two years of responsible professional environmental planning experience.

Other Requirements

License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Driver's is required at time of hire. The incumbent is expected to drive to various locations throughout the County of Riverside for sample collections and inspections.

Knowledge of:

Principles of water quality control and water resource management; either environmental, chemical, civil, agricultural, geotechnical, or sanitary engineering principles relating to the treatment and disposal of solid and liquid wastes, or relating to the control of water pollution and the management of source ground water; social, economic and environmental conditions which affect public works planning; research, analytical, and statistical methods applicable to public works planning; advanced methods, equipment, including computers, and techniques used in the preparation of planning reports; modern theories, current trends, general principles and practices of urban and public works planning; local, state and federal environmental laws, regulations, and standard practices; CEQA, NEPA, Clean Water Act (404, 401), ESA, California Fish and Game Code, and other applicable state and federal regulations and guidance; "Water of the US and the State" and Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plans.

Ability to:

Analyze water degradation and pollution and make recommendations for elimination and control; apply statistical methods and computer modeling techniques to stormwater planning projects; research, compile, analyze, and interpret data; communicate effectively orally and in writing in a variety of situations; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work; analyze complex planning problems, technical studies and documents, develop and evaluate alternative solutions, and recommend effective courses of action; analyze environmental impacts and make recommendations to minimize or avoid these impacts; conduct biological site surveys; prepare technical environmental reports and comply with federal, state, and local laws.This recruitment is open to ALL applicants.

The level at which the position will be filled is at the Department's discretion and contingent on the candidate's experience and qualifications.

What's Next?

For specific questions regarding this position, contact Christopher Recinos at [e-mail] .