Stormwater Engineer

Montgomery County Conservation District

Collegeville

Job Purpose & Summary

This position reviews Post Construction Stormwater Management (PCSM) on NPDES permit applications, under Title 25, Chapter 102 of the Department of Environmental Protection Rules & Regulations of the Clean Streams Law.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities(includes but not limited to)

Performs Post Construction Stormwater Management (PCSM) reviews of NPDES permit applications in accordance with Chapter 102;
Participate in NPDES pre-application meetings and coordination with the design engineer and applicants through the permit reviews;
Conceptual and technical evaluation of proposed Erosion and Sediment Control (E&S) Best Management Practices (BMPs) and Post Construction Stormwater Management (PCSM) BMPs;
Evaluate descriptive narrative including watershed, soil type, contours, surface water runoff calculations, and E&S/PCSM design specifications;
Attends pre-construction or complaint investigation meetings as needed;
Communication with landowners, municipal officials, state and federal agencies, consulting firms, developers, utilities, and conservation associations as needed;
Visual and hands-on inspection of entire tract of land to verify implementation and maintenance of E&S and PCSM BMPS;
Provides technical assistance to the public on conservation of soil and water resources;
Develop, coordinate, and complete various environmental education programs;
Provide environmental presentations and workshops for private and public sector;
Write newsletter articles for publication and provide presentations for the public;
Maintain required time keeping/tracking records and provide a written monthly report of activities to the District Manager;
Attend regularly scheduled training sessions, conferences, and meetings as assigned. Conducts general administrative duties and assists with other District programs;
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering from an accredited University or College;
Possess a current Professional Engineers license valid in the Commonwealth of PA;
At least 3+ years of equivalent progressive experience;
Proficient knowledge of Clean Streams Law (Chapters 91, 92, 93, 102, and 105), NPDES program.
Proficient in hydrologic and hydraulic concepts;
Proficient in reviewing Post Construction Stormwater Management (PCSM) plans and reports, and Erosion and Sediment Control plans and reports;
Proficient in inspecting construction sites for compliance with applicable regulations;
Ability to work well with others;
Ability to be well organized and handle multiple tasks;
Ability to use computer spreadsheets and Microsoft programs effectively;
Capable of planning and conducting educational/informational programs;
Ability to use electronic media equipment;
Capable of keeping records, ability to read maps and plan sets;
Ability to apply field information to plan drawings and narratives;
Ability to traverse large tracts of land in all stages of earth disturbance, year-round;
Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license;
National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET), Certified Professional in Stormwater Quality (CPSWQ), or other similar certification preferred but not required.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:
• Technical standards relating to E & S control, PCSM, and a general understanding of environmental rules and regulations;
• Earthmoving activity and its relation to soil erosion;
• Soil mechanics and hydrology;
• Survey instruments and interpreting various types of maps;
• Experience with Engineering software and programs.