Permit Closeout and Inspection Supervisor

Permit Closeout and Inspection Supervisor

The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers by providing 1.1 billion gallons of high-quality drinking water, managing wastewater and stormwater, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal water and wastewater utility in the country, with nearly 6,000 employees. DEP's water supply system is comprised of 19 reservoirs and 3 controlled lakes throughout the system's 2,000 square mile watershed that extends 125 miles north and west of the City.

The Bureau of Environmental Planning and Analysis (BEPA), within the Bureau of Sustainability, is responsible for implementation of the Unified Stormwater Rule through its Stormwater Construction and Maintenance Permitting Unit. The Unified Stormwater Rule requires stormwater management for construction on public and private properties to help protect City infrastructure from polluted stormwater runoff generated from construction activities, to reduce or slow down stormwater entering sewers during wet weather, and to help improve the quality of NYC's waterways.

The Stormwater Permitting Team is seeking to hire a Civil Engineer 3 to serve as permit Closeout and Inspection Supervisor for the permitting unit at our headquarters in Queens, NY. Under general supervision, with some latitude for the exercise of independent initiative and judgement, the selected candidate will supervise SWPPP closeouts and issuance of Maintenance Permits as well as inspections for active construction sites and long term stormwater management practices.

Tasks include: performing mathematical calculations, working with minimal supervision supervising intern and assistant level civil engineers and project managers and associate project managers, providing direction and engineering oversight for review of stormwater pollution prevention plans and coordinating and overseeing field inspection staff for implementation and enforcement of stormwater pollution prevention plans, checking and overseeing the checking of as-built plans submitted by applicants to show conformance with rules, participating in field survey operations by acting as instrument person, rodman, chainman or, when necessary, as chief of party on routine surveys to determine if stormwater management practices are constructed in accordance with approved plans, inspecting premises, witnessing soil testing and the construction, demolition or alteration of structures for compliance with the provisions of law, rule, or regulation, reviewing maps, plans, drawings, and specifications for the construction, demolition or alteration of structures in connection with the issuance of pertinent New York City Stormwater Construction Permit and Stormwater Maintenance Permit and compliance with the provision of law, rule, or regulation, preparing associated reports and correspondence and maintaining records;

performing related work.

1. A valid New York State Professional Engineer License and four years of full-time experience in environmental engineering. A master's degree in environmental engineering from an accredited college will be accepted as equivalent to one year of the full-time experience in environmental engineering. SPECIAL

NOTE:

In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II or III, individuals must have at least one year within the last three years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project.

At the time of appointment to certain positions, candidates may be required to possess a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York. If required, employees must maintain this license for the duration of employment. Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks under strict deadlines. Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to read and understand construction drawings.

Good understanding of hydrology and hydraulics. Experience using TR55, HEC, Hydro CAD or other hydrology/hydraulics software. Ability to work well with other staff and the public.

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

New York City Residency is not required for this position.

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