What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Technician/County Ditch Inspector position at Benton County?
JOB
*** Exciting NEW Career Opportunity ***Become a Part of an Exceptional Team!The Benton County Public Works/Highway Department is actively recruiting and accepting applications to fill the full-time ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNICIAN/COUNTY DITCH INSPECTOR position. Candidates Who Meet the Minimum Qualifications Are Encouraged to Apply Regardless of Skill or Experience Level.The salary range for this Environmental Technician/County Ditch Inspector position is Step 1: $33.99 to Step 11 $46.64 per hour.* The APPLICATION REVIEW PROCESS applications received for this position will be reviewed once the job posting officially closes on Monday, February 17th, 2025, at 4:30 PM. As a result, the reviewing of applications will begin on Tuesday, February 18th, 2025.Position SummaryAssist in evaluating environmental impacts of roads, bridge construction, and drainage system projects. This position is responsible for assuring compliance with environmental regulations; drainage system inspection; permitting; maintaining project files and reports for compliance with applicable regulations; and developing and coordinating the Department's stormwater management and mitigation program.These examples do not include all possible responsibilities in this position and do not limit the assignment of related duties to this classification.CLICK HERE To Be Directed to The Public Works/Highway Page on Our Website! Here You Will Learn More About the Benton County Public Works/Highway Department. View Items such as The Mission Statement, 5-Year Plan, And Upcoming Construction Projects!
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Duties and ResponsibilitiesEssential FunctionsA. Administers and prepares all aspects of the annual report for Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System MS4 permit.B. Evaluates, inspects, and updates maps of the county's stormwater systems, and participates in the stormwater public outreach program in accordance with MS4 requirements.C. Conducts standard testing and sampling procedures to evaluate stormwater quality on the county's stormwater conveyance systems.D. Prepares and submits necessary permit applications for proposed construction and drainage system projects.E. Coordinates review procedures with regulatory agency officials, resolving problems and deficiencies identified in the review process.F. Ensures construction project compliance with stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan and Best Management Practices.G. Maintains project files and records associated with the review and approval of project permits and/or environmental assessments.H. Assists in the preparation of project memorandums, environmental assessments, or environmental impact statements.I. Providing the department with technical guidance on environmental matters and impact assessments of county-owned facilities and operations to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.J. Represents the Department at regional and state environmental stakeholder groups and hearings regarding the impact and implementation of environmental regulations and permits.K. Reviews proposed environmental regulatory rules and policy changes evaluates the potential effect on department projects and operations, and prepares correspondence as necessary regarding policy, regulations, and permitting programs.L. Inspects drainage systems. Recommends solutions to drainage issues.M. Oversees ditch maintenance, including but not limited to tree and weed spraying or removal, rip-rap placement, wash-out repair, etc.N. Assists with construction inspection and material testing, as necessary.O. Reviews and approves County Public Works permits.P. Attends work in a regular and timely manner.Additional FunctionsA. Attend training as needed.B. Assists in the preparation of reports, letters, and other documents.C. Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesA. Considerable knowledge of environmental principles, practices, and concerns related to drainage systems, road and bridge construction, and maintenance activities.B. Considerable knowledge of the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System permitting process and requirements.C. Knowledge of state and federal regulations governing environmental assessment of construction and maintenance activities, and the management of hazardous waste.D. Knowledge of wetland delineation principles, permitting requirements, and wetland conservation practices.E. Ability to resolve potential and existing erosion problems.F. The ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, and have strong positive public relations skills.G. The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.H. Ability to handle various tasks under limited supervision with general autonomy in determining how objects are achieved.I. Ability to perform varied work requiring moderate analytical ability.J. Ability to maintain effective working relationships to carry out organization programs on matters requiring cooperation, explanation, and persuasion.K. Ability to travel within your daily work assignment.L. Ability to travel within Minnesota, including extended overnight stays.M. Ability to work extended, evening, and weekend hours as needed.N. Must comply with organizational and departmental policies.O. Performs physical and mental demands of the work environment requirements for this position.P. Attendance during regularly scheduled work hours, and outside regular hours, as necessary.Q. Effective and respectful communication and interactions with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and citizen customers.R. Must comply with data practices policies and standards relative to private data. Any access to private data should be strictly limited to accessing the data that are necessary to fulfill the employment responsibility. While data is being accessed, employee should take reasonable measures to ensure the private data is not accessed by individuals without a work reason. Once the work reason to access the data is reasonably finished the private data must be properly stored according to county policies and the Minnesota Statutes.Physical Demands and Working ConditionsA. Work is performed both in the office and in the field. B. Headaches, eyestrain, carpal tunnel syndrome, and other related occupational hazards reflect the most common potential for injury within the office.C. Environmental conditions include heat, cold, wetness, insect-borne illnesses, and other related occupational hazards associated with fieldwork.D. Ability to push, pull, lift, or carry up to 50 pounds.E. This position may be intermittently exposed to offensive language and threats.F. This position is under continuous mental effort and stress.G. This position occasionally performs work with high attention to detail and deadlines.Hours of WorkA. Monday – Friday 7:30 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.Equipment UtilizedA. Office equipment, computer, pickup truck, and engineering equipment.This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. The County Board, County Administrator, or appropriate Elected Official retains the discretion to add duties or change the duties of this position at any time.Benton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
*** Exciting NEW Career Opportunity ***Become a Part of an Exceptional Team!The Benton County Public Works/Highway Department is actively recruiting and accepting applications to fill the full-time ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNICIAN/COUNTY DITCH INSPECTOR position. Candidates Who Meet the Minimum Qualifications Are Encouraged to Apply Regardless of Skill or Experience Level.The salary range for this Environmental Technician/County Ditch Inspector position is Step 1: $33.99 to Step 11 $46.64 per hour.* The APPLICATION REVIEW PROCESS applications received for this position will be reviewed once the job posting officially closes on Monday, February 17th, 2025, at 4:30 PM. As a result, the reviewing of applications will begin on Tuesday, February 18th, 2025.Position SummaryAssist in evaluating environmental impacts of roads, bridge construction, and drainage system projects. This position is responsible for assuring compliance with environmental regulations; drainage system inspection; permitting; maintaining project files and reports for compliance with applicable regulations; and developing and coordinating the Department's stormwater management and mitigation program.These examples do not include all possible responsibilities in this position and do not limit the assignment of related duties to this classification.CLICK HERE To Be Directed to The Public Works/Highway Page on Our Website! Here You Will Learn More About the Benton County Public Works/Highway Department. View Items such as The Mission Statement, 5-Year Plan, And Upcoming Construction Projects!
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Duties and ResponsibilitiesEssential FunctionsA. Administers and prepares all aspects of the annual report for Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System MS4 permit.B. Evaluates, inspects, and updates maps of the county's stormwater systems, and participates in the stormwater public outreach program in accordance with MS4 requirements.C. Conducts standard testing and sampling procedures to evaluate stormwater quality on the county's stormwater conveyance systems.D. Prepares and submits necessary permit applications for proposed construction and drainage system projects.E. Coordinates review procedures with regulatory agency officials, resolving problems and deficiencies identified in the review process.F. Ensures construction project compliance with stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan and Best Management Practices.G. Maintains project files and records associated with the review and approval of project permits and/or environmental assessments.H. Assists in the preparation of project memorandums, environmental assessments, or environmental impact statements.I. Providing the department with technical guidance on environmental matters and impact assessments of county-owned facilities and operations to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.J. Represents the Department at regional and state environmental stakeholder groups and hearings regarding the impact and implementation of environmental regulations and permits.K. Reviews proposed environmental regulatory rules and policy changes evaluates the potential effect on department projects and operations, and prepares correspondence as necessary regarding policy, regulations, and permitting programs.L. Inspects drainage systems. Recommends solutions to drainage issues.M. Oversees ditch maintenance, including but not limited to tree and weed spraying or removal, rip-rap placement, wash-out repair, etc.N. Assists with construction inspection and material testing, as necessary.O. Reviews and approves County Public Works permits.P. Attends work in a regular and timely manner.Additional FunctionsA. Attend training as needed.B. Assists in the preparation of reports, letters, and other documents.C. Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesA. Considerable knowledge of environmental principles, practices, and concerns related to drainage systems, road and bridge construction, and maintenance activities.B. Considerable knowledge of the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System permitting process and requirements.C. Knowledge of state and federal regulations governing environmental assessment of construction and maintenance activities, and the management of hazardous waste.D. Knowledge of wetland delineation principles, permitting requirements, and wetland conservation practices.E. Ability to resolve potential and existing erosion problems.F. The ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, and have strong positive public relations skills.G. The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.H. Ability to handle various tasks under limited supervision with general autonomy in determining how objects are achieved.I. Ability to perform varied work requiring moderate analytical ability.J. Ability to maintain effective working relationships to carry out organization programs on matters requiring cooperation, explanation, and persuasion.K. Ability to travel within your daily work assignment.L. Ability to travel within Minnesota, including extended overnight stays.M. Ability to work extended, evening, and weekend hours as needed.N. Must comply with organizational and departmental policies.O. Performs physical and mental demands of the work environment requirements for this position.P. Attendance during regularly scheduled work hours, and outside regular hours, as necessary.Q. Effective and respectful communication and interactions with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and citizen customers.R. Must comply with data practices policies and standards relative to private data. Any access to private data should be strictly limited to accessing the data that are necessary to fulfill the employment responsibility. While data is being accessed, employee should take reasonable measures to ensure the private data is not accessed by individuals without a work reason. Once the work reason to access the data is reasonably finished the private data must be properly stored according to county policies and the Minnesota Statutes.Physical Demands and Working ConditionsA. Work is performed both in the office and in the field. B. Headaches, eyestrain, carpal tunnel syndrome, and other related occupational hazards reflect the most common potential for injury within the office.C. Environmental conditions include heat, cold, wetness, insect-borne illnesses, and other related occupational hazards associated with fieldwork.D. Ability to push, pull, lift, or carry up to 50 pounds.E. This position may be intermittently exposed to offensive language and threats.F. This position is under continuous mental effort and stress.G. This position occasionally performs work with high attention to detail and deadlines.Hours of WorkA. Monday – Friday 7:30 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.Equipment UtilizedA. Office equipment, computer, pickup truck, and engineering equipment.This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. The County Board, County Administrator, or appropriate Elected Official retains the discretion to add duties or change the duties of this position at any time.Benton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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