Water Quality & Habitat Specialist – Clean Water

Clark County Washington; Washington; On-site; USD 87,624,000 - 128,657,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark County Public Works seeks a Natural Resource Specialist I/II to perform field and office duties supporting NPDES permit compliance. You will monitor water quality, habitat, and stream health, operate remote loggers, calibrate equipment, and manage data with software tools.

The role requires independence and the ability to work with regulatory agencies. The position emphasizes planful work, interpretation of regulations, and clear communication.

Qualifications

• Four year degree in natural science or related field; two years of relevant experience.
• Year-for-year substitution allowed for education/experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Knowledge of water quality and stormwater regulations and monitoring procedures.
• Ability to plan, organize, and communicate with regulatory agencies and the public.
• Ability to interpret regulations and analyze water quality data.

Responsibilities

• Support monitoring programs for NPDES permit compliance.
• Perform water quality, sediment, and habitat monitoring.
• Operate and calibrate stream loggers and multiparameter sondes.
• Perform discharge measurements and calibrations of equipment.
• Observe stream habitat characteristics with various instruments.
• Prepare field communications, manage samples and data via software.
• Interpret county code to ensure permit compliance and communicate issues.

Skills

Water quality monitoring

Project management

Communication

Regulatory interpretation

Data analysis

Public engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in natural science or related field

Tools

RStudio

ArcGIS Pro

Job description

Clark County Public Works seeks a Natural Resource Specialist I/II to perform field and office duties supporting NPDES permit compliance. You will monitor water quality, habitat, and stream health, operate remote loggers, calibrate equipment, and manage data with software tools.

The role requires independence and the ability to work with regulatory agencies. The position emphasizes planful work, interpretation of regulations, and clear communication.