Stormwater Technical Specialist

Salary: $57,179.20 – $74,443.20 Annually

Location : Eugene, OR

Job Type: Regular

Job Number: 202300341

Department: Public Works

Division: PW EC Design Services

Opening Date: 07/21/2023

Closing Date: Continuous

FLSA: Non-Exempt

DESCRIPTION

This posting will remain open until filled.

The first review date of the applications will take place on Monday, Aug 14th.

About this Position

This is a professional position within the Environmental Engineering Group that is focused on supporting compliance with Lane County’s current National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) and Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) permits as well as the Safe Drinking Water Act Water Pollution Control Facilities permits through DEQ.

Job duties will include, but not limited to:

• Support development of technical report compliance documents, environmental code updates, and internal program and process updates to ensure compliance with Lane County’s Stormwater Management Plan.
• Conduct environmental field visits (water quality sampling, dry weather outfall screening, infrastructure review and mapping, assessing potential for environmental impacts, etc.).
• Support geographical information system mapping of stormwater infrastructure.
• Provide clear oral and written communication about the County’s environmental programs and initiatives through developing public outreach materials, making oral and written presentations to multiple audiences which could include County staff, citizen groups, neighborhood associations, and property owners.
• Assist in representing the County on various stormwater advisory groups and stormwater policy committees, train County staff on stormwater quality permit compliance items, and support public outreach and education efforts.
• Respond to and address citizen complaints, investigate illicit discharges, work with code compliance on corrective/enforcement recommendations.
• GIS – Responsibilities for those with GIS assignments will generally include: preparing and responding to mapping and spatial data requests; providing technical support for GIS related systems and programs; maintaining the organization of GIS data; and assisting with map production.

**YOU ARE REQUIRED TO UPLOAD A COVER LETTER FOR THIS POSITION.

If not attached, your application will not be considered.**

Please include answers to the below three questions and incorporate corresponding numbers to your answers in the cover letter.

The questions are:

1. Please outline your water quality related (compliance/sampling/permitting) experience. Please highlight any DEQ permit related work such as NPDES MS4 and TMDL or WPCF permit compliance. (33 Points)
2. This position requires fieldwork documenting stormwater infrastructure and taking water quality samples. Please describe any relevant experience with this type of work. (34 Points)
3. Please list computer software with which you are familiar; particularly GIS-related software and ArcGIS Online. Describe your experience with the software and use for data management. (33 Points)

About the Division

The Engineering & Construction Services Division responsibilities include planning, designing and constructing safe and efficient transportation systems for Lane County. The Division also provides high quality and comprehensive engineering and construction services to other County Departments and external public agency clients that manage, maintain, and plan public improvement programs and projects. Our mission is to provide these important services for the benefit of citizens, businesses, industries, and visitors to Lane County.

Engineering & Construction Services – Environmental Engineering:The Environmental Engineering group is part of the Engineering and Construction Services Division of Public Work. This group focuses primarily in three areas:

1. Supporting compliance with Lane County’s current Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) permits for NPDES Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) and Water Pollution Control Facilities (WPCF), and compliance with the County’s Total Maximum Daily Load Implementation plans for water quality limited waterways such as the Willamette River.
2. Planning, designing, and writing specifications and operation and maintenance guidelines for stormwater management systems that include conveyance and water quality treatment for capital improvement projects.
3. Design and environmental permitting support for projects with environmental impacts that trigger requirements for stormwater treatment, fish passage design, and/or environmental mitigation design through Federal and/or State permits.

Schedule: Monday – Friday; 8 hours a day, some early mornings may be required.

*This is an Admin Prof Org of Lane County represented position*

QUALIFICATIONS

Training and Experience:

• Associate’s degree or two-year technical certificate; and sufficient experience as necessitated by the competency level of the position.
• Advanced/Lead Level (N4310): 5 or more years of progressively responsible experience related to area of assignment.
• Candidates with 3-5 years of experience with ESRI software are preferred, but not required for this position.
• Specialized knowledge specific to area of assignment may be required.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

Licensing Requirements: (positions in this class typically require):

• Valid Oregon Driver’s License

Physical Requirements:

• Positions in this class typically require: fingering, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
• Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.
• Incumbents may be subjected to fumes, dusts, gases, chemicals, extreme temperatures, intense noises and travel.

Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

CLASSIFICATION DETAILS
Technical Specialist Classification Details

Selection Process

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

Strategic Plan

In alignment with Lane County’s Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.

The 2022 -2024 Strategic Plan focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.

Veteran Preference Information

Careers with Lane County Offer Extraordinary Benefits

At Lane County, we value our employees and we show it with our extraordinary benefits. We know that you chose public service for more than a paycheck, and our outstanding benefits are designed to help you Live Well, Live Lane – throughout your career. Read on to learn what great benefits await you in a career with Lane County.

Introducing , Lane County’s benefit advisor! ALEX is an interactive tool that will help you understand the benefits being offered, out of pocket expenses and coverage available. You will need the Collective Bargaining Unit found in your job posting and when asked for your date of hire, please put in today’s date.

Collective Bargaining Units:
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Benefits to keep you & your family well – Physically
Health insurance coverage becomes effective the first of the month following your first 30 days as an eligible employee.

Medical/Rx/Vision – Lane County offers medical, prescription and vision exam coverage for you and your eligible dependents. The plan options and costs per month for 2018 are outlined below:

If you enroll in the HDHP the County will contribute to your HSA: $1,500 (individual) or $3,000 (family) annually. This amount is prorated based on date of hire.

Eligible employees who complete a Health History Risk Assessment (HHRA), Biometric Screening, and Comprehensive Health Review (CHR) at the Live Well Center receive a $20 per month credit.

Wellness Clinic – The Live Well Center is for Lane County benefits-eligible employees, spouses and dependents (ages 2 and up) who are enrolled in the Lane County health plan. Marathon Health manages the Live Well Center and their clinical team provides confidential, affordable care for your acute and preventive healthcare needs. The Live Well Center also provides health coaching, chronic disease counseling, comprehensive primary care services, and much more.

Dental – Lane County provides dental coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Lane County provides this counseling and concierge service to employees and members of their immediate households.

Fitness Center Membership – Lane County provides employees with a free membership to a local fitness center. Employees may add their families at a discounted rate.

Benefits to keep you & your family well – Financially

Retirement – Lane County pays for, and enrolls employees in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP) and the Individual Account Program (IAP) following six full months of employment. (Current members are eligible upon hire.)

Disability – Lane County pays a portion of wages for eligible employees through Short-Term Disability, and provides Long-Term Disability coverage. Lane County complies with all State and Federal disability laws for employee, family, parental and pregnancy leaves regulations.

Time Management – Lane County provides employees with a generous bank of hours to be used for sick, vacation, family emergencies and personal days.

Holidays – Lane County provides 10 paid holidays per year:
New Year’s Day Independence Day
Martin Luther King Jr’s Birthday Labor Day
Presidents’ Day Veterans’ Day
Memorial Day Thanksgiving Day
Juneteenth Christmas Day

Life Insurance – Lane County pays for employee group term life insurance.

County-paid Training & Development to keep your career well

On-site Classes – Lane County offers a variety of on-site classes to develop employees’ soft and technical skills.

Online Training – Lane County offers a variety of online classes through LEAP to help employees continually improve their skills.

Conferences & Seminars – Lane County will consider reimbursement for employees to attend professional conferences, dependent upon budget, to encourage continuous learning and professional development.

Lane County offers these other valuable benefits

Deferred Compensation Retirement Savings – Employees may enroll in a deferred compensation program 457(b) to save for retirement.

Vision – Eligible employees may purchase supplemental vision insurance.

Supplemental Life Insurance – Employees may purchase supplemental life insurance for themselves and their dependents/spouse.

Aflac – Optional employee-paid voluntary group coverage is available through Aflac.

Group Discounts – Group discounts may include homeowners and auto insurance, pet health insurance, credit union membership.

The above information describes typical benefits available for Regular Full-time Employees. Actual benefits received may differ by position, employment status (regular, temporary, or extra help) and/or bargaining group. Paid medical, dental and vision coverage for dependents is determined by labor agreement or APM, as applicable. Physicians should contact their supervisor for health plan options and rates. Please note that Temporary and Extra Help positions are not typically eligible for benefits. This is only brief summary of benefits available to eligible Lane County employees. In all cases, plan documents govern.

For additional information about these extraordinary benefits contact the Benefit Resource Center at 1-866-468-7272, or Lane County HR at (541) 682-3124.

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I acknowledge that I have fully completed my application AND attached the required cover letter as instructed in the posting. Please Note: Your cover letter is reviewed independently from your application.

• I agree
• I disagree (please note; by not attaching the required documentation your application will not be referred for further consideration.)

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IMPORTANT: Please ensure you have included ALL relevant education, employment and lived experience in your application. To ensure compliance with Oregon Equal Pay laws, Human Resources will conduct a wage analysis based on the information you have provided in your application to determine the appropriate starting wage if you are selected.

• I acknowledge I have provided all relevant education and employment history.

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What is your highest level of education?

• High school or equivalent to completion of twelfth grade
• Associates degree or or two-year technical certificate
• Bachelors degree
• Masters or or higher degree

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How many years of progressively responsible professional experience do you have in the related area of assignment?

• No experiences or less than 1 yr.
• 1-2 yrs.
• 3-4 yrs.
• 5-6 yrs.
• At least 7 or more yrs.

Required Question