SENIOR WATER QUALITY ENGINEER

Description

State of Idaho Opportunity

Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)

Applications will be accepted through 4 : 59 PM Mountain Time on the posting end date.

Position :

The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is hiring a Senior Water Quality Engineer for the Idaho Falls Regional Office.

Important Guidelines : Applicant resumes must demonstrate how they meetthe MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS listed in the job announcement.

Selection Process : Resumes will be screened based on the criteria outlined in this announcement. A select number of candidates who have demonstrated that they meet the MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS of the position and have the most relevant qualifications may be given the opportunity to be interviewed.

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This position may be eligible for a moving / relocation reimbursement. Moving bonus criteria must be met in accordance with the State of Idaho Moving Policy.

This position may be eligible for hybrid telecommuting in accordance with the . Telecommuting may be subject to successful completion of probation.

Positions established at the Technical 1 may be underfilled at the Staff or Associate Engineer level. After successfully completing a training plan, meeting the minimum qualifications for the appropriate level, the employee will be reclassified and compensated accordingly.

Responsibilities :

• Evaluate the engineering of public drinking water, wastewater, and other systems for compliance with applicable rules and standard engineering practices.
• Hold responsibility for regional wastewater and drinking water loan and grant projects.
• Determine independently the acceptability of the planning, design, and operation of water and wastewater systems.
• Work in a team with other DEQ engineering and technical staff on complex environmental quality issues to provide engineering expertise and perspective.
• Resolve engineering related issues from designs prepared by professional engineers in private consulting firms.
• Assist and mentor other engineering staff.
• Develops engineering guidance policies for the professional engineering community.

Criteria for each level of consideration : (see detailed Minimum Qualifications listed below)

Engineer Technical 1 (Salary Range : $37.50 - $45.50)

The Technical 1 level is typically met by Licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) as described below AND at least two years of post-licensure work experience as a staff engineer AND possession of a Valid driver's license.

Engineer Staff (Salary Range : $33.00 - $37.50) :

The Staff level is typically met by Licensed in Idaho as a PE, which includes experience as described below AND possession of a Valid driver's license.

Engineer Associate (Salary Level $29.00 - $31.25) :

The Associate level is typically met by certification by the Idaho Board of Professional Engineers as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) AND two years of EIT experience as described below, AND possession of a Valid driver's license.

Technical 1 Level Minimum Qualifications :

Licensure : Licensed in Idaho as a PE, or eligibility for comity licensure by the Idaho Board of Professional Engineers in accordance with Idaho Code, Title 54, Chapter 12

Experience :

Valid driver's license

Staff Level Minimum Qualifications :

Licensed in Idaho as a Professional Engineer (PE) OR Eligible for comity licensure by the Idaho Board of Professional Engineers in accordance with Idaho Code, Title 54, Chapter 12

Experience :

Valid driver's license

Associate Level Minimum Qualifications :

Candidates must have one of the following :

Required Specialty Minimum Qualification

Six credit hours of education related to water quality and / or water pollution control, including current technologies, construction and operational methods, mechanical systems, and material specifications to include inspection procedures; Clean Water Act, Safe Drinking Water Act, and related laws, guidelines, and practices applicable to wastewater, public drinking water, or solid waste systems; AND approximately two years of EIT experience in water quality.

Desired Qualifications

Staff Engineer Level- Water : Six credit hours of education related to water quality and / or water pollution control, including current technologies, construction and operation methods, mechanical systems, and material specifications to include inspection procedures; Clean Water Act, Safe Drinking Water Act, and related laws, guidelines, and practices applicable to wastewater, public drinking water, or solid waste systems; PLUS approximately two years of engineering experience in the areas listed.

Technical 1 Engineer Level- Water : Experience applying engineering principles in the following aspects of Water Quality Protection : PUBLIC DRINKING WATER (chemical treatment and stabilization of drinking water / groundwater, well design, well construction, and hydrogeology, treatment of surface water for public drinking water supplies;) MUNICIPAL & INDUSTRIAL WASTEWATER (physical, biological and chemical treatment of wastewater, facility planning grants, and state revolving fund construction loans;) SOLID WASTE (activities related to solid waste and biosolids management;) SURFACE & GROUNDWATER PROTECTION (permitting, permit certification, storm water and pretreatment, materials and standards, flow analyses, collection and distribution and cross connection control;)DRINKING WATER & WASTEWATER DISINFECTION AND DISINFECTION BY-PRODUCTS (disinfection of water and wastewater and wastewater by-products.) To meet this specialty you must have a combination of approximately four years of post licensure experience in at least two of the five areas listed.

Inspections : Good knowledge of scientific principles and industrial, municipal, and / or private processes that has been gained through possession of a college degree in the Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Geology, Chemical, Civil or Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Education or a closely related field; AND one (1) years of full - time work experience conducting industrial / commercial, municipal, and / or private system inspections, including determining facility compliance with rules, statutes, and permits; conducting on - site educational activities; and investigating citizen complaints as a major function of the job; OR possession of an unrelated degree or a combination of education and experience equivalent to a four year undergraduate degree; AND four (4) years of full time experience as described above.

Physical Requirements :

Required Licensure or Certifications :

You must identify your PE#, and State of issuance if other than Idaho, on your resume to be eligible for this position.

Other Requirements :

Benefits :

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and / or State programs, please visit https : / / dhr.idaho.gov / StateEmployees / Benefits.html.

EEO / ADA / Veteran :

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY / TTD : 711), or email .

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

About Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) :

DEQ is a state department created by the Idaho Environmental Protection and Health Act to ensure clean air, water, and land in the state and protect Idaho citizens from the adverse health impacts of pollution. As a regulatory agency, DEQ enforces various state environmental regulations and administers a number of federal environmental protection laws including the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. The agency is committed to working in partnership with local communities, businesses, and citizens to identify and implement cost-effective environmental solutions.

The Department of Environmental Quality may conduct verification of the information provided in your application, including validation of driver's license status, education, employment, and criminal history. Omission and / or falsification of information provided in your application will result in your removal from consideration for employment, appointment, or promotion.

To protect human health and the quality of

Idaho's air, land, and water.

If you have questions, please contact us at :

Email :

Phone : (208) 373-0333

Salary : $29 - $31