Watershed Compliance Field Technician

SJWD Water District; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

SJWD Water District is seeking a Watershed Management Technician to support permitting, buffer management, and watershed outreach. You will prepare correspondence, maintain data, analyze compliance trends, and assist with enforcement actions.

Responsibilities include coordinating reviews with the Engineering Department, inspecting buffers and reservoirs, and participating in outreach programs while upholding SJWD policies and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of experience in watershed management or a related environmental field.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must obtain American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED within six months.
• Must obtain FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (sUAS) within six months.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the protection of water quality by administering SJWD Water District Policies and Procedures Governing Water Supply Reservoirs.
• Conducts all aspects of land permitting programs, including docks, shoreline stabilization, vegetation, and related activities.
• Monitors and inspects buffer areas and other sites to ensure compliance with SJWD policies and laws.
• Inspects activities within buffer areas and on reservoirs for adequacy and compliance with permits.
• Investigates complaints from industrial users, other customers, and the public.
• Operates systems for issuing permits and maintains accurate records.
• Collects operational, process, discharge, and environmental information for classifications and enforcement actions.
• Provides assistance with departmental activities and presents information related to watershed management issues.
• Prepares Letters of Violation and other enforcement-related correspondence.

Skills

Watershed management

Environmental regulations

Field inspections

Recordkeeping

Data analysis

Time management

Written & verbal communication

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

GPS equipment

Spectrophotometers

Oxygen meters

Boats

Job description

SJWD Water District is seeking a Watershed Management Technician to support permitting, buffer management, and watershed outreach. You will prepare correspondence, maintain data, analyze compliance trends, and assist with enforcement actions.

Responsibilities include coordinating reviews with the Engineering Department, inspecting buffers and reservoirs, and participating in outreach programs while upholding SJWD policies and safety standards.