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HomeMy WebLinkAboutStorm Water SpecialistUpdated: August 2025 (Admin Review) CITY OF IOWA CITY – JOB DESCRIPTION Position Title: Storm Water Specialist Department: Public Works Division: Engineering Supervisor: City Engineer FLSA: Non-Exempt Civil Service: Yes Pay Grade: 12 Job Number: 1218 Job Summary Under general direction, administers storm water construction site runoff, illicit discharge and storm water management facility inspection programs for the City’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4). Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. • Administers the City’s MS4 permit activities; coordinates with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR), as needed, to ensure permit requirements are met. • Compiles data on City-wide activities that support National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) MS4 compliance. • Administers the Construction Site Runoff (CSR) permit program for the Engineering Division, and enforces a construction site storm water runoff control ordinance that reduces pollutants in storm water runoff from construction activities. • Reviews construction site storm water pollution prevention plans; performs and documents construction site storm water pollution prevention inspections and compliance. • Manages the City’s Stormwater Best Management Practices Cost Share programs. • Enforces an illicit discharge detection and elimination ordinance that prohibits non- storm water discharges into the MS4. • Investigates, responds to and documents illicit discharges into the MS4. • Performs and documents dry weather inspection of the MS4 components. • Assesses condition of existing storm water management facilities, including pipes, detention basins, streams, drainage easements and storm water quality best management practices. • Reviews non-compliance issues and recommends solutions to various stakeholders. • Communicates Public Works policies, regulations and procedures to the public and City staff; responds to identified problems or refers to appropriate staff members. • Assists with ordinance research and development. • Responds to complaints and information requests from the public. • Identifies and pursues outside funding sources for storm water quality projects. Updated: August 2025 (Admin Review) • Acts as volunteer coordinator by working with outside agencies such as the University for department emergency response to disasters and on-going community service projects; leads and directs volunteers in their project assignments. • Organizes and maintains utility records related to storm water infrastructure and facilities. • Meets, educates and coordinates with contractors, engineers, and the public regarding work related to storm water infrastructure and facilities, organizes clean up and restoration projects. • Identifies non-compliance issues associated with specifications and the inspected construction areas and informs appropriate parties of lack of compliance with City standards. • Manages temporary hourly employees assigned to assist with storm water-related tasks and NPDES MS4 compliance. • Coordinates regular testing of streams and City-owned ponds. • Conducts self in a professional manner which demonstrates courtesy and respect for all community members and coworkers. • Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution; or four years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering or related. Experience coordinating NPDES MS4 compliance activities. • Certification as a State of Iowa Certified Construction Site Pollution Prevention Inspector (ICCSPPI), or the ability to obtain certification within one year of employment. Valid State of Iowa driver's license with satisfactory driving record. Must be 18 years of age. Must pass criminal background check. Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution and one year of related experience; or five years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. • Certified Professional in Erosion & Sediment Control (CPESC) or other related certification(s). Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. • Ability to attend work regularly. • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, City staff, and the general public. Updated: August 2025 (Admin Review) • Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. • Ability to make decisions in stressful situations and communicate effectively. • Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications, blueprints, easement documents, engineering reports, design manuals and contract documents. • Ability to reliably and predictably carry out duties. • Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from the general public customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. • Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. • Knowledge of environmental regulations and permitting processes. • Skill in technical writing. • Skill in using computers and applicable software applications (Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook) and various engineering design software. Supervision Involves leadership role such as regularly guiding, training, and providing direction to temporary/hourly, seasonal, or work-study staff in completing basic, entry-level daily tasks and assignments. Does not carry out disciplinary action, does not hire or fire, is not responsible for writing or delivering performance review. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee regularly lifts and/or moves 25 pounds and will occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, Updated: August 2025 (Admin Review) vibration, and traffic hazards. The employee is regularly exposed to outside weather condition, dampness, direct sunlight, dust, pollen, insect stings, and animals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Involves moderate exposure to dangerous situations. Involves moderate exposure to stress due to the work environment and/or crisis situations. Iowa City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as Amended, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Reviewed/Approved by: Ron Knoche, Public Works Director (4/2024) I have read and understand the duties and requirements of this job description, and I agree that I can perform the duties of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. Employee Date ________________________________ __________________