ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II (VWP Permit Writer/Inspector)

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

OCTOBER 2, 2006

 

 

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II (VWP Permit Writer/Inspector), #P4213; Glen Allen, VA; Minimum Salary Starting At:  $39,384 (effecitve 11/25/06).

 

The Department of Environmental Quality, Piedmont Regional Office is seeking TWO qualified applicants to process applications, and draft and manage Virginia Water Protection (VWP) permits; review construction site plans for dredged spoil management, stream channel restoration, stormwater management, erosion and sedimentation control, wetland delineation, and compensatory mitigation; track and manage permits and project information; monitor regulatory and permit compliance; perform field inspections; and provide technical assistance and customer service. Demonstrated knowledge, skills and/or abilities in environmental engineering, wetland ecology and wetland science (soil taxonomy, hydrology, and botany identification); chemistry, aquatic biology, and aquatic ecology; stream restoration, dredging, dredged spoil management, water pollution control, erosion control, and stormwater management principles and practices; hydraulics and environmental modeling; project management; personal computer operations (including word processing, spreadsheets, and database management); and federal and state wetland and water pollution control, laws and regulations. A valid drivers license is required. Ability to read, interpret and properly apply complex policies, guidelines and regulations; read and evaluate applications, engineering analyses, permits, and related correspondence; communicate and negotiate effectively, both orally and in writing; and work collaboratively in a team environment. Key competencies include self management/personal; development, work processes and results, communication, and consistency. Must be sensitive to public attitudes and concerns while effectively carrying out the agency mission.

 

The Commonwealth does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work. 

 

Excluding current DEQ Employees, the selected candidate MUST pass a criminal background check. 

 

Contact: Lisa F Cates   Phone:  (804) 698-4062

Recruit:  General Public

Application Closing Date:  October 20, 2006

 

 **THIS IS A READVERTISEMENT IF YOU HAVE PREVIOUSLY APPLIED TO THIS POSITION YOU DO NOT NEED TO RESUBMIT ANOTHER ON-LINE APPLICATION**

 

For consideration for this position, candidates MUST apply online at https://jobs.agencies.virginia.gov.  Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities.  Resumes are encouraged but do not substitute submittal of the online application.  Applications submitted via postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered.  Please contact lfcates@deq.virginia.gov if you need assistance.

 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer