Water Quality Specialist II

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Starting Salary: $22.78–$24.93 (depending on experience)

This is a Safety Sensitive Position.

To increase your chances of being considered for the position, please submit a resume, cover letter, or other document (PDF format preferred) explaining your work history, experience, and qualifications OR you can fill out your Work History in this application.

About this Position

The Water Quality Specialist II assists the Water Quality Manager with our Phase II Program for EPA's NPDES (National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System). This water specialist will help develop, implement, and execute the stormwater program. Duties include public involvement, illicit discharge control, construction site runoff control, and pollution prevention.

This position works Monday through Thursday from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm, with a half day on Friday (7:30 am to 11:30 am).

Qualifications

• Education/training equivalent to 4 years of college in...
  • Environmental science
  • Ecology
  • Hydrology
  • Or related fields
• 3 years of related experience and/or training
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Nationally recognized certification demonstrating proficiency in EPA’s NPDES Program
  • Or ability to acquire said certification within 6 months
• Valid Oklahoma Driver's License and a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier

Responsibilities

• Perform runoff control inspections on construction sites
• Participate in public education and outreach activities
• Compile and prepare the NPDES Phase II Annual Report
• Organize and attend construction site meetings to suggest BMPs (Best Management Practices)
• Respond to citizen complaints and requests
• Review Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans and Erosion & Sediment Control Plans
• Detect and remove illicit discharges in storm sewers and waterways
• Evaluate program activities and recommend modifications or additions
• Assist in developing long-range goals
• Mentor other Water Quality Specialists

Necessary Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Knowledge of record keeping and report preparation
• Ability to meet physical requirements of the position
• Ability to pass extensive background process, including a hearing test and a drug screening

Benefits

• Generous benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance
• Retirement plans
• Access to a dedicated primary care medical clinic at no cost to employees and covered dependents
• Sick leave, vacation days, earned time off, paid holidays, and longevity rewards
• Paid parental leave
• Potential for bilingual pay
• A tangible impact to the Engineering Department and residents in the City of Edmond
• A dynamic and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED.

The City of Edmond is an equal opportunity employer. Edmond does not discriminate against employees and/or potential employees. Adverse action based upon an applicant’s and/or employee’s race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and military service is expressly prohibited. No decision affecting the terms, conditions and/or benefits of employment with the City of Edmond is based upon an individual’s membership in any of the aforementioned protected classes.