Stormwater Analyst

Overview

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions described here. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned that are not specifically spelled out in this job description, but which may be reasonably considered to require similar knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Summary of Position:

The purpose of this position is to perform advanced technical and professional work relating to a variety of environmental functions and activities in support of the mission and goals of the Stormwater Management Division.

THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE

• Develops and implements stormwater program activities associated with the Town’s municipal NPDES permit and Jordan Lake Nutrient Management Strategy.
• Plans and manages the illicit discharge program, including dry weather screening of major outfalls; participates in enforcement review proceedings with Town staff; coordinates and trains Town staff on spill detection, response, and documentation.
• Plans and coordinates the good housekeeping and pollution prevention program
• Manages field inventory and mapping of stormwater drainage infrastructure.
• Designs and manages stormwater GIS databases and data collection procedures.
• Performs data analysis and prepares reports, maps, and presentations for a wide range of audiences.
• Designs, manages, and administers water quality monitoring program, including stream and riparian assessments; collects and analyzes water chemistry data using field meter, test kits, and laboratory samples.
• Coordinates and performs stream condition assessments (e.g., erosion risk, habitat quality, geomorphic condition).
• Coordinates streamflow monitoring with Town sensors and arranges for monitoring with agencies such as the US Geological Survey.
• Coordinates and conducts benthic macroinvertebrate sampling in support of measuring water quality status and trends; prepares Quality Assurance Program Plans and technical reports and ensures QA/QC of collected data; maintains familiarity with current issues in water quality monitoring methods and practices.
• Evaluates water quality sampling results and makes recommendations regarding target pollutants and potential illicit discharges.
• Plans and manages stream monitoring and assessment programs to identify water quality stressors and restoration opportunities.
• Maintains familiarity with and knowledge of local ecosystems, ecoregions, biotic communities (both aquatic and terrestrial), urban ecology, aquatic species, plant species, invasive species, geology, soils, geomorphology and stream function.
• Assists in identifying grant opportunities and other funding sources, including the preparation of grant applications, and helps manage projects and contracts.
• Represents the Town at regional stakeholder meetings concerning water quality.
• Provides technical assistance to residents, developers, and Town staff; participates in special events and educational presentations; communicates and coordinates activities with stakeholders and groups; prepares reports for elected officials and the general public; and makes presentations to stakeholders and the general public.
• Conducts field stream classifications using NCDEQ methods and additional Town requirements; prepares maps, field forms, and summary documents; updates and maintains the stream classification mapping database in GIS and the archival filing of related documentation; assists with enforcement of stream buffer violations; and maintains familiarity with State and Town buffer regulations and policies.
• Manages contracts related to water quality.
• Develops and interprets policies, procedures, and regulations related to water quality and stormwater management.
• Performs other duties as required.

Work may include monitoring work performance by full-time and program support employees.

The work may be a combination of office work and field work. The employee may occasionally lift light and heavy objects, and may work with equipment requiring…