Municipal Stormwater Permit Manager; SA

Are you passionate about protecting the environment and making a lasting impact in one of the nation’s most innovative cities? Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is seeking an experienced and collaborative Municipal Stormwater Permit Manager to provide strategic leadership and support in the development & implementation of Seattle’s NPDES Phase I Municipal Stormwater Permit, while supporting other regulatory and water quality-related work at SPU focused on protecting and enhancing the environment.

In this highly visible role, you’ll work across City departments to drive regulatory compliance, influence environmental policy and strategy, and advance initiatives that protect and enhance Seattle’s waterways. This position is the lead for interpreting Permit requirements, supporting other departments in complying with the Permit, compiling and writing the Annual Report, highlighting successes and elevating challenges associated with the Permit, and coordinating and maintaining a positive relationship with the Department of Ecology and other regulatory agencies.

SPU is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage/recycling/compost. SPU also provides drinking water for 1.5 million customers in the region. SPU’s work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1,400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations.

• Lead for tracking and reporting permit requirements in coordination with the City’s Capital Departments
• City lead and liaison with Department of Ecology on municipal stormwater permit requirements
• Provide technical expertise, guidance, training, and resources to City staff and work groups to understand permit requirements, ensure accurate information collection and implementation of stormwater BMPs
• Update and track implementation of the City’s Stormwater Management Program (SWMP) Plan
• Ensure successful roll-out of Permit requirements in the City’s MS4 areas located both inside and outside of the City limits
• Provide strategic leadership for the development, implementation, and integration of water quality and stormwater regulations while tracking emerging regulatory issues and supporting key initiatives
• Serve as the technical expert in one or more areas of stormwater management, including source control, structural stormwater treatment, system operations and maintenance, basin planning, or related water quality programs
• Lead or support water quality and stormwater Policy development

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• A full City of Seattle online application
• Resume & Cover Letter - your cover letter should address your skills and qualifications applicable to this position and what excites you about the job
• Failure to attach your resume and cover letter will exclude you from further consideration. Incomplete applications will not be considered

• Hybrid work schedule opportunities
• Family-friendly and multicultural work environment
• Generous benefits package
• Free Orca Pass
• City pension plan with employer/employee contributions
• Growth potential and advancement opportunities

Experience: Three (3) years of experience in the strategic development and/or implementation of stormwater regulations and/or stormwater management programs or related field. Five (5) years of relevant experience may be substituted if applicant does not have a degree.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, planning, policy or engineering or related field.

License: Valid Washington State Driver License to operate city vehicle to satellite offices.

• Experience in the development and/or implementation of municipal stormwater regulations and/or…