Stormwater Analyst

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions described here. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned that are not specifically spelled out in this job description, but which may be reasonably considered to require similar knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Designs and manages stormwater GIS databases and data collection procedures.
• Conducts field stream classifications using NCDEQ methods and additional Town requirements; prepares maps, field forms, and summary documents; updates and maintains the stream classification mapping database in GIS and the archival filing of related documentation; assists with enforcement of stream buffer violations; and maintains familiarity with State and Town buffer regulations and policies.
• Develops and implements stormwater program activities associated with the Town’s municipal NPDES permit and Jordan Lake Nutrient Management Strategy.
• Manages field inventory and mapping of stormwater drainage infrastructure.
• Performs data analysis and prepares reports, maps, and presentations for a wide range of audiences.
• Designs, manages, and administers water quality monitoring program, including stream and riparian assessments; collects and analyzes water chemistry data using field meter, test kits, and laboratory samples.
• Coordinates and conducts benthic macroinvertebrate sampling in support of measuring water quality status and trends prepares Quality Assurance Program Plans and technical reports and ensures QA/QC of collected data; maintains familiarity with current issues in water quality monitoring methods and practices. Plans and manages stream monitoring and assessment programs to identify water quality stressors and restoration opportunities.
• Coordinates contracts related to water quality.
• Coordinates and performs stream condition assessments (e.g., erosion risk, habitat quality, geomorphic condition).
• Maintains familiarity with and knowledge of local ecosystems, ecoregions, biotic communities (both aquatic and terrestrial), urban ecology, aquatic species, plant species, invasive species, geology, soils, geomorphology and stream function.
• Represents the Town at regional stakeholder meetings concerning water quality.
• Provides technical assistance to residents, developers, and Town staff; participates in special events and educational presentations; communicates and coordinates activities with stakeholders and groups; prepares reports for elected officials and the general public; and makes presentations to stakeholders and the general public.
• Develops and interprets policies, procedures, and regulations related to water quality and stormwater management.
• Assists with the illicit discharge program, including dry weather screening of major outfalls; participates in enforcement review proceedings with Town staff; coordinates and trains Town staff on spill detection, response, and documentation.
• Assists with the good housekeeping and pollution prevention program
• Assists with evaluating water quality sampling results and makes recommendations regarding target pollutants and potential illicit discharges.
• Assists with streamflow monitoring with Town sensors and arranges for monitoring with agencies such as the US Geological Survey.
• Assists in identifying grant opportunities and other funding sources, including the preparation of grant applications, and helps manage projects and contracts.
• Performs other duties as required.

This position may supervise and monitor the performance for other employees, or it may not.?

The work may be a combination of office work (typically performed while sitting at a desk or table with intermittent standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping) and field work (including walking in the woods or brush; walking and working in and near busy streets; inspecting construction). The employee may occasionally lift light and heavy objects, and may work with equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity

The work is typically performed in an office and in the field. The employee may be exposed to insects, noxious vegetation, traffic, noise, machinery with moving parts, electrically energized equipment, dust, dirt and inclement weather. The work may require use of protective devices such as hard hats, masks, goggles, gloves, long-sleeved shirts, long pants and/or safety boots.

Knowledge of:

• And experience with stream morphology, wetlands, aquatic science, and biology.
• NPDES municipal permitting requirements
• Hydrology, hydraulics and stormwater best management practices
• Relevant local, state, and federal policies, procedures, and regulations
• Soil erosion and sediment control…