Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: This position is responsible for conducting technical analysis of Underground Injection Control (UIC) permit applications, drafting UIC permits, evaluating UIC facilities for compliance, conducting inspections of the facilities, and assisting the Enforcement Coordinator in addressing compliance issues. The UIC Program regulates direct discharges to groundwater to protect, monitor, and restore groundwater resources in accordance with State statutes and Department regulations.
This position also serves as a project manager for Class V UIC permitting, inspection, and compliance monitoring for facilities within a specific region of the state. Specifically, this position will primarily oversee permitting, inspection, and compliance monitoring for Class V large-capacity septic systems, domestic wastewater treatment plant disposal facilities, commercial and industrial waste disposal facilities, remedial injection wells, and stormwater drainage facilities.
Additionally, this position may provide support for the Ambient Groundwater Monitoring Program and other special projects within the Groundwater Section as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.
- Evaluates proposals, environmental monitoring plans, and UIC permit applications submitted by the public and/or industry to protect groundwater from impairment, or to restore groundwater quality in accordance with regulations, policies, and guidelines.
- Develops appropriate and timely formal written comments and directions in response to proposals, plans, and UIC applications submitted by the public and/or industry.
- Drafts UIC permits, public notice documents, and technical memos in support of complete permit applications.
- Makes groundwater classifications in accordance with the Wyoming Water Quality Rules and Regulations.
- Reviews UIC compliance reports and groundwater monitoring results, makes compliance determinations, drafts letters of the violation, and tracks compliance in accordance with division regulations, policies, and guidelines.
- Creates, updates, and maintains records in the UIC permitting, compliance, and tracking databases.
- Coordinates and performs UIC facility inspections and writes detailed inspection reports.
- Conducts field investigations and inspections as needed to identify non-permitted UIC facilities or to resolve groundwater violations and complaints.
- Collects groundwater and wastewater samples in accordance with Groundwater Section policies and procedures.
- Analyze complex environmental data, formulate conclusions, and make recommendations based on results.
- Provide technical assistance to the public and/or industry regarding UIC rules, regulations, policies, permits, and compliance reporting.
- Works directly with other counties, state, and federal agencies.
- Proficient in environmental technology and policy writing; reviews documents for completeness and accuracy.
- Proficient in planning, scheduling, and time management activities.
PREFERENCES:
Preference will be given to those with a degree in geology, environmental engineering, or environmental science.
KNOWLEDGE:- Knowledge of environmental principles, theories, and practices, especially in relation to water quality rules and regulations, contaminated site investigations, groundwater monitoring, and monitoring well siting and construction.
- Knowledge of and ability to read, research, interpret, and apply Federal, State, and Local environmental laws and regulations.
- Experience applying geologic/hydrogeological principles and/or engineering analysis to groundwater quality investigations, groundwater and aquifer characterization, contaminant fate and transport, design, and construction of monitoring well networks and remediation systems, evaluation of aquifer test data, aquifer sensitivity/vulnerability mapping, and determination of zones of the contribution of groundwater supply wells.
- Skill in the application of geologic/hydrogeological principles and/or engineering analysis to effectively and efficiently analyze problems and/or situations involving activities that may threaten, protect, and/or restore groundwater quality.
- Ability to work as a team member of professionals, to take direction, and meet deadlines.
- Skills in written, oral, and electronic communication, with special attention to detail.
- Competencies in computer applications such as spreadsheets, PowerPoint, and word processing.
- Ability to interact with the public, regulated entities, and other employees in a professional manner.
- Ability to set priorities and complete multiple assignments in a timely fashion.
- Detail-oriented; strong ability to discern, track, and organize pertinent information in a complex regulatory environment.
- Ability to create, compose, review, and edit technical written documents. Records maintenance skills.
- Ability to answer technical questions related to policies, procedures, and statutes.
- Strong ability to review and revise technical materials for completeness and accuracy.
- Ability to research records and provide information and technical data to colleagues and the public.
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
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Must be able to deal with all types of inclement weather.
- Must be able to walk over rough terrain.
- Must be able to climb.
- Must be able to carry up to 25 pounds.
- Some day and overnight travel is required.
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