Utility Resources Specialist; Storm Water Compliance Job Duluth area,Minnesota USA,Engineering

Position: Utility Resources Specialist (Storm Water Compliance)

To perform inspections, coordinate efforts, and manage projects in the Public Works & Utilities Department.

This Utility Resource Specialist (URS) position will focus mainly on storm utility tasks. The tasks and duties include assisting with the City’s MS4 permit compliance (public outreach/education, illicit discharge detection/elimination, construction site erosion control inspection, post construction site inspections, City/private BMP facility inspections, TMDL compliance), City storm utility infrastructure inspections, storm utility billing program and account management assistance. The position will have considerable field work to complete duties and tasks.

1.Collect and analyze all applicable data; determine and document sources of inflow and infiltration (I/I), illicit discharges, etc. into the utility systems.

2.Maintain an inspection schedule of the City's sewer system to determine sources of I/I, illicit discharges, code violations, etc.

3.Inspect individual properties (residential, commercial, and municipal) for code violations, including illicit discharges; proper connections and disconnections to City utilities; inspect construction sites for erosion control and proper function of stormwater management features.

4.Document and report findings and violations; provide reports and presentations as necessary and as requested; provide written notice as required.

5.Develop and coordinate a reasonable schedule with property owners for correcting violations.

6.Issue citations for violations; assist legal staff, including testifying in related enforcement actions.

7.Present related educational information and programs.

8.Assist in the administration of grants and loans as necessary.

9.Assist in developing and enforcing a pollution prevention programs.

10. Assist and participate in other related Engineering (storm utility) projects as assigned.

11.Determine priorities, assign work, and coordinate schedules of assigned personnel.

12.Monitor work to ensure compliance with established methods, guidelines, standards, and procedures.

13.Instruct personnel in safe operating procedures.

14.Communicate with people using various and multiple means to keep them informed and knowledgeable.

15.Ensure all work is accomplished in the safest manner possible.

Education & Experience Requirements

A.Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent; plus at least one (1) year of experience in the operation of a Class A, B, C, or D water or wastewater system or facility, or in a related field; or
B.Satisfactory completion of a postsecondary program of courses in stormwater, water or wastewater technology approved by the respective agency or department at an accredited institution; or
C.A combination of job related education and work experience, which totals at least two (2) years and is considered by Human Resources to be equivalent.

License Requirements

A.Possession of a valid Minnesota Driver's License or equivalent.
B.Must obtain an SD Wastewater Treatment Operator License within six (6) months of hire date and maintain until an SC Wastewater Treatment Operator License is obtained.
C.Must obtain an SC Wastewater Treatment Operator License within 36 months and maintain thereafter.
D.Possession of a Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Water License preferred.

Education/Experience Review (100% of scoring process; 70 pass point): Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be rated based on the type (relatedness) and extent of their education and experience as documented on their application and/or supplemental questionnaire. Applicants who pass this exam will have their names placed on an eligible list for this classification.

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