Environmental Manager

Overview

JOB SUMMARY The Environmental Manager (MS4) leads in the execution and administration of Town’s NPDES/MS4 Program as related to compliance with Federal and state regulations. The Environmental Manager maintains a working knowledge of environmental industry standards, and all aspects of Town environmental related programs.

• Leads the NPDES Program for the Town including, but not limited to, the six minimum control measures.
• Advocates, develops, and implements new stormwater programs to reduce non-point source pollution and the preservation of natural resources within the Town planning area.
• Leads coordination between inter-agency departments to ensure Good Housekeeping MCM6 measures are satisfied.
• Coordinates with and educates staff in other Town departments regarding NPDES, MS4 and environmental regulatory program elements.
• Assists engineering staff to ensure new development compliance with all state and local water quality regulations.
• Supervises and directs NPDES Coordinator and SWPPP Inspectors with inspection scheduling and operations.
• Reviews information regarding MS4 program operational and functional issues.
• Schedules, dispatches and reviews calls entered into the department’s database.
• Investigates calls and inspects drainage systems.
• Investigates clearing and grading, tree removal and buffer violations.
• Administers enforcement procedures where such violations exist and follows up on violations until resolution has been reached.
• Attends court hearings and testifies concerning violations of the associated codes, represents the Town’s position in Municipal Court, and issues summons as required.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with local, county, state and federal agency staff.
• Assists in preparation of legal documents, ordinances, programs and department policies.
• Assists Engineering and Environmental Division Deputy Director in development and recommendations of technical, regulatory, and policy actions for MS4 operations.
• Analyzes raw and trend data, compiles reports and develops reporting methods for use in developing programs or policies.
• Assists with the development of stormwater operating and capital budgets.
• Writes grant packages and other funding opportunities.
• Completes timely and accurate reports.
• Coordinates and conducts efforts with partner programs.
• Serves on special committees related to Town and stormwater policies and programs.
• Participates in event response and recovery operations as needed.
• Performs other duties as required.

• Associates degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Business Administration, Public Administration or related field and three (3) years prior work experience. Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid South Carolina Driver’s License.

• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local rules, regulations, and standards.
• Knowledge of town legal and procurement procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of applicable occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Knowledge of water quality and basic stormwater hydrology.
• Skill in verbal and written communication.
• Skill in the use of specialized software and database management programs.
• Skill in analyzing complex problems and developing realistic and workable solutions, and implementing them.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a detailed and accurate manner.
• Ability to plan and execute complex operations and activities.
• Ability to deal with members of the public, staff, and elected bodies in a tactful manner.
• Ability to read, analyze, interpret and apply regulations to Town activities.
• Ability to read, interpret, and communicate complex or technical concepts to the public and professionals.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, other departments, other agencies, contractors, and the public.
• Ability to learn new systems and programs in a fast-paced environment.

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