Dam Safety Program Manager; Engineer, Technical

Dam Safety Program Manager (Engineer, Technical
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USA: | Natural Resources | Full Time

110, USD per year

Important Guidelines: Applicant resumes must demonstrate how they meet the MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS listed in the job announcement.

Selection Process: Resumes will be screened based on the criteria outlined in this announcement. A select number of candidates who have demonstrated that they meet the MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS of the position and have the most relevant qualifications may be given the opportunity to be interviewed.

The Idaho Department of Water Resources (IDWR) may conduct verification of the information provided in your application, including validation of driver's license status, education, employment, and criminal history. Omission and/or falsification of information provided in your application will result in your removal from consideration for employment, appointment, or promotion.

The Idaho Department of Water Resources is offering an exciting opportunity for an individual with strong civil engineering experience, effective written and oral communication skills, and a desire to help protect public safety through Idaho’s Safety of Dams Program.

This position manages Idaho’s statewide Safety of Dams Program and provides professional engineering direction related to the inspection, evaluation, operation, maintenance, and regulatory oversight of dams and mine tailings impoundment structures throughout Idaho. The position works closely with dam owners, consulting engineers, federal agencies, regional offices, and the public to help ensure regulated structures are maintained and operated in a safe manner consistent with Idaho law and administrative rules.

In addition to the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate for this vacancy will also have experience: (1) applying engineering principles and practices to the design, construction, inspection, rehabilitation, operation, or maintenance of dams, reservoirs, mine tailings impoundments, or other large water retaining structures; (2) reviewing engineering reports, plans, specifications, and technical analyses prepared by consultants or other professional engineers; and (3) coordinating with local, state, or federal agencies, dam owners, mine operators, and the public on complex engineering or public safety issues.

Additional desired qualifications include experience administering grants or contracts, participating in emergency planning or response activities, and making presentations or leading discussions involving technical engineering issues.

A one-time $5,000 RECRUITMENT BONUS is offered for this position. Recruitment bonus criteria must be met.

• Manage Idaho’s statewide Safety of Dams Program consistent with Idaho Code and administrative rules
• Inspect dams, reservoirs, and mine tailings impoundment structures for compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements
• Review engineering design plans and specifications for new dam construction, repairs, rehabilitation projects, and enlargements
• Review inspection reports and prepare Certificates of Approval for structures determined suitable for continued operation
• Coordinate with dam owners, consulting engineers, local governments, emergency management officials, and federal agencies regarding dam safety issues
• Review Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) for high hazard dams and participate in emergency preparedness exercises
• Administer and manage FEMA National Dam Safety Program grants and related reporting requirements
• Prepare technical memoranda, reports, correspondence, presentations, and program summaries related to dam safety activities
• Provide statewide technical guidance and promote consistency between regional offices and program staff
• Respon…