[Remote] Technical Engineering Supervisor - Water Resources Protection

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The City of Vancouver is committed to water resource protection for the prosperity of the community. The Technical Engineering Supervisor will oversee and manage programs related to Surface Water Management and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage programs for compliance with state and federal regulations as it relates to Water Resource Protection (VMC 14.26), Source Control, Erosion Prevention (VMC 14.24), and Private Stormwater Facility Maintenance (VMC 14.25). Responsibilities include setting program priorities, making compliance and enforcement decisions, developing standard operating procedures, and revising ordinances for compliance with new and updated requirements and best available science. Coordinate all program activities with other agencies and departments collaborate as needed
• Direct and supervise staff within the water resources protection team. Conduct performance evaluations, coordinate training, work with employees to correct deficiencies, and implement hiring, discipline, and termination procedures. Recommend, within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels
• Provide oversight to staff in inspection and enforcement related to program areas of responsibility. Establish and maintain procedures and supervise staff to ensure timely compliance with City, State, and Federal requirements and obligations
• Hire and manage specialized consultant contracts: Prepare request for proposals and bids; review contract bids and project proposals; manage coordination and review of consultant’s professional work and selection of the consultant or firm for the project
• Coordinate with GIS and Engineering staff and oversee prioritization of Stormwater projects related to areas of responsibility
• Assist manager in the preparation and tracking of Surface Water operating and capital budgets related to program areas of responsibility. Participate in the development and administration of assigned budget, forecast funds needed for additional staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; assist in the preparation of special budgets as needed for projects and programs
• Develop staff reports, attend City Council meetings and present or testify as required for meetings or hearings
• Assist manager with annual NPDES reporting and updating the Stormwater Management Program Plan
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Skills

• Five (5) years of related experience in surface and stormwater, water or wastewater treatment, source water protection, or industrial discharge and operation, permitting, inspection and code enforcement
• Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in environmental science, environmental or civil engineering, water or natural resources
• Possession of a valid driver's license
• Ability to obtain a Washington State approved Construction Erosion & Sediment Control Lead (CESCL) within 6 months
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access
• Ability to utilize specialty software for documenting inspections, permitting, etc. and use Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation
• Principles and practices of environmental science and engineering
• Principles and practices of stormwater management and operation/ maintenance activities
• Principles and practices of environmental protection
• Trends, technological changes and developments in regulation and science related to environmental protection and natural resource management
• Water quality and water resource data gathering and analytical tools, methods and protocols
• Research, analysis, and problem-solving methods
• Principles and practices of project/contract management
• Theory and principles of water resource protection
• Federal, state and local laws that pertain to: stormwater management and environmental protection
• Modern office procedures, methods and use of standard computer equipment and software
• Plan, organize, and supervise the work of professional and technical staff
• Train and evaluate subordinate staff
• Ensure compliance with appropriate federal, state, and local rules, laws, and regulations
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals and desired outcomes
• Regularly exercise discretion and independent judgment
• Manage multiple projects and priorities
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Operate a personal computer and appropriate software
• Work in a manner consistent with the City of Vancouver's Operating Principles
• Work and act as a team player in all interactions with other City employees
• Provide a high level of customer service at all times
• Project and maintain a positive image with those contacted in the course of work
• Develop and maintain collaborative and respectful working relationships with team members and others
• Maintain regular and dependable attendance
• Demonstrate a commitment to valuing differences among people and to being inclusive
• Show the utmost respect for others, and act as a team player
• Promote safety as a guiding principle and a regular practice in accomplishing work by focusing on safe practices and complying with safety and health policies and procedures
• Recognize unsafe conditions which may be hazardous to an employee or to the public
• Works in safe and responsible manner; not putting self or others at risk. Complies with applicable policies and procedures including but not limited to using personal protective equipment, observing warning signs, learning about potential hazards, and reporting all unsafe conditions
• Responsible for ensuring a safe workplace in compliance with applicable policies, procedures and regulations. Ensures supervised employee review of the City Core Accident Prevention Plan, relevant safety policies and procedures, and training on illness and injury response and specific job-related safety concerns. Reports and appropriately escalates all safety issues and all injuries

Benefits

• At this time, this position is eligible for telework or hybrid schedule of 1-2 days of working from home after completion of probationary period.
• Currently, all employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; the City cannot support ongoing telework from other locations.
• This is a full-time, regular, non-union position.
• The schedule for this position is M-F, 8am to 5pm.
• Subject to successful completion of a pre-employment reference check, a basic criminal background check, and a driving abstract.
• The City of Vancouver is committed to advancing equity and creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace.
• The City of Vancouver promotes safety as a guiding principle and practice and accomplishes work by creating safe work environments, complying with safety and health policies and procedures and consistently seeking improvements that support operational excellence.
• Qualified veterans may be eligible for Veterans’ preference when applying for City of Vancouver positions.
• Accommodations will be considered for applicants or candidates with a qualifying disability that prevents them from participating in this process.

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