Under general supervision, responsible for technical work coordinating activities required under the State and Federally mandated National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) MS4 Permit Program,and for resiliency and green infrastructure project implementation per the City of Dunedin’s upcoming Vulnerability Assessment and Adaptation Plan. This position requires strong independent judgment and initiative in developing methods and solutions. Reports to the Environmental Program Manager.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
The duties recorded below are representative of the duties of the class and are not intended to cover all the duties performed by incumbents(s) of any particular position.
Create, implement and maintain programs and procedures to facilitate a safer environment.
Coordinates activities that are being performed by other department/divisions that have a direct or indirect impact on the operation of the MS4 NPDES permit and reporting to FDEP.
Reviews water quality monitoring, sediment tracking data and prepares recommendations for Best Management Practices. Prepares various stormwater reports, as required by FDEP/EPA, including the annual MS4report.
Manages and oversees grant applications including grant progress reports, budgeting, and grant close out requirements.
Project coordinator for resiliency and green infrastructure projects as identified in the City’s upcoming Vulnerability Assessment and Adaptation Plan.
Plans and coordinates the NPDES MS4 compliance program for the City of Dunedin. Assist with conducting investigations of Stormwater Ordinance violations, NPDES MS4 permit violations, illicit discharges, illegal dumping, and related violations and/or compliance procedures. Issues notices of violation as required.
Ensures compliance with applicable standards and requirements, as set forth in the NPDES MS4 Permit through continuous monitoring of projects, policies, and procedures related to the management, operation, and maintenance of the City’s Municipal Separate Storm SewerSystem.
Serves as liaison to the Stormwater Advisory Committee.
Develops and/or implements specifications and Best Management Practices (BMPs) for Stormwater pollution prevention from point and non-point sources.
Develops, implements, and conducts stormwater public education programs for the public, schools, community groups, and businesses. Educational programs may include partnerships with local and state universities for research purposes.
Develops, implements, and conducts required stormwater training to fellow employees when designated by FDEP, Pinellas County, or other governing body.
Initiates, plans, coordinates, various resiliency and green infrastructure related projects in coordination with the City of Dunedin’s Stormwater Master Plan and the City of Dunedin’s Vulnerability Assessment and AdaptationPlan.
Assist in project coordination for the City’s Vulnerability Assessment and Adaptation Plan.
Assist with documentation on the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Community Rating System. Ensures compliance and maintains proper documentation related to stormwater operations and maintenance forNFIP audits.
Supports the objectives set forth by the City of Dunedin designation as a Mission Blue Hope Spot.
ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Performs routine administrative/office work as required, including but not limited to attending and conducting meetings, answering the telephone, radio, typing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, reviewing mail, using e-mail, etc.
Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Training & Experience
Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, biology or a related field, with five years verifiable, relevant work experience in Stormwater/Environmental Management; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
Special Requirements
This is a Category B position for the purposes of Emergency Management. Employees in this category may be assigned to work a variety of schedules, including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations. Category B employees are required to stay on premises during a declared state of emergency, or as otherwise mandated.
Most possess a valid Florida driver’s license.
Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Sediment and Erosion Control Certification is preferred.
Must obtain Florida Stormwater Association Level II certification within two years of employment.
