Watershed Coordinator

Job Description

This position will coordinate and/or lead, as assigned, the development of Nonpoint Source (NPS) implementation plans, assist in the statewide Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) effort in accordance with the Agency’s nonpoint source pollution responsibilities, and support NPS project implementation through grant management and outreach. The role follows a hybrid work schedule, including both in‑office and telework, and candidates must be able to work from the assigned work location in Virginia.

This is a restricted position. Continued employment is contingent on the availability of grant or non‑general funds.

Hiring range: $57,733 – $82,042. Full time.

This position is primarily responsible for preparing scopes of work, designing implementation monitoring programs, compiling, reviewing, and analyzing water‑quality data, drafting reports/studies/plans, and providing technical review and comments on drafts prepared by consultants/contractors. It coordinates the public participation process, including public meetings and stakeholder engagement. It manages NPS grants, ensuring that assigned NPS projects meet implementation goals, technical standards, tracking requirements, grant, and reporting requirements.

It promotes watershed stewardship by fostering partnerships among community organizations, federal, state, and local agencies. It may develop or support guidance and policies for the Watersheds Program and coordinate engagement with other state agencies involved in the process.

• Knowledge of point and nonpoint source pollution sources and related water‑quality impacts of pollution reduction strategies or practices.
• Knowledge, experience, and/or education regarding water‑quality monitoring/modeling relative to sources of nonpoint source pollution and state and federal water‑quality programs.
• Working knowledge of the respective roles of local, state, and federal agencies and organizations involved in implementation of nonpoint source pollution control practices and funding.
• Experience with facilitation skills to effectively plan, communicate, and conduct public meetings, public engagement and outreach to a wide‑ranging audience.
• Working knowledge of environmental science, aquatic ecology, data management/analysis, technical writing, project management, and GIS technology, including experience with ESRI software suite (ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, etc.).
• A combination of education or training with major coursework in environmental sciences, natural resources, or a related field. Experience in project management principles, facilitation skills including meeting planning and development, and data analysis to manage project deliverables/budgets in collaboration with local governments, citizen groups, agency partners, and the general public.
• Must have a valid driver’s license if required to operate a state‑owned or leased vehicle.