ENNR09-WYPDES Inspector-Natural Resources Analyst-Pinedale

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　　ENNR09-WYPDES Inspector-Natural Resources Analyst-Pinedale

　　Salary

　　$5,147.99 - $5,719.99 Monthly

　　Location

　　Pinedale, WY

　　Job Type

　　Full Time

　　Job Number

　　2024-00037

　　Department

　　020-Water Quality

　　Opening Date

　　01/10/2024

　　Closing Date

　　Continuous

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　Description and Functions

　　Open Until Filled

　　GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

　　This senior-level professional position conducts inspections of point source discharges and at sites covered by stormwater general permit authorizations. Drafts inspection reports with little or no oversight; collects water quality samples and conducts water quality analysis of certain parameters in the field. Responds to complaints as necessary; conversant in state and federal regulations and policies on compliance, enforcement, permitting requirements, effluent limits, and Wyoming water quality standards to ensure that permitted dischargers comply with these requirements. Initiates enforcement actions as necessary and as dictated by division policy. Disseminate information to state and federal agencies and consultants, permittees, and the public concerning the state WYPDES program as necessary. May present information to the public about the WYPDES program and participate in public meetings and hearings.

　　Human Resource Contact: Rachael Reinhardt / 307-777-6143 /[email protected]

　　ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

　　Conducts independent fieldwork and inspections in accordance with the yearly WYPDES inspection schedule and has defined decision-making authority within bounds established by the Supervisor.

　　Responds to inquiries and/or complaints from various sectors of the populace in a timely fashion and write detailed inspection reports.

　　Identifies areas of non-compliance and provides preliminary recommendations to senior staff when determining the level of action to be taken.

　　Provides program information and interpretation to the public, the regulated community, other states, federal and local governments, and elected officials.

　　Review technical documents, guidelines, and federal regulations to assist the Program Manager in developing WYPDES program policies.

　　Qualifications

　　PREFERENCES:

　　Preference will be given to applicants with strong writing skills to effectively communicate inspection and investigation results within reports delivered to permittees and available to the public upon request.

　　KNOWLEDGE:

　　Knowledge of surface water quality standards, state WYPDES permitting rules and regulations, and the Clean Water Act.

　　Skill in interpersonal relations, public speaking, and written and oral communication.

　　Skill in utilizing water quality field sampling equipment, GPS units, and computerized information management systems software such as databases, spreadsheets, the internet, and data tablets for collecting inspection information electronically utilizing an inspection program, nSpect, to generate inspection reports.

　　Decision-making skills, interpersonal relationships in adversarial situations, conflict resolution, and consensus-building.

　　Ability to read and interpret topographic maps, specifically relative to surface water features.

　　Ability to operate a four-wheel-drive vehicle in adverse conditions while collecting samples or traveling in the state.

　　Ability to reason through complex problems exercising independent thinking often with only broad instructions using initiative.

　　Ability to manage time effectively and establish priorities in the work schedule.

　　MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

　　Education:

　　Bachelor's (typically in The Sciences)

　　Experience:

　　0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Specialist

　　OR

　　Education & Experience Substitution:

　　4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Specialist

　　Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

　　None

　　Necessary Special Requirements

　　PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

　　Applicants must walk over rough ground and up and down slopes when working in the field.

　　Applicants must be able to lift up to 40 pounds when loading and unloading sampling equipment and coolers to and from work vehicles.

　　Applicant must be comfortable driving in all weather conditions, on gravel and two-track roads in rural settings, and operate a four-wheel-drive vehicle.

　　The applicant must be prepared and comfortable working in all weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, and snow).

　　NOTES:

　　FLSA: ExemptSupplemental Information

　　020-Department of Environmental Quality - Water Quality

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　　The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

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