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Job Class # 12-18 FLSA Non-Exempt
Civil Service
Identification
Position Title: Storm Water Specialist
Department: Public Works
Division: Engineering
Supervisor: City Engineer
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
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.
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 stake holders.
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.
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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.
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 manner which promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity in the workplace and
community.
Performs all other related duties as assigned
Physical and Environmental Conditions
The physical demands and work environment conditions described here are representative of those
that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job and are
encountered while performing those essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made
to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The
employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands
to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl;
and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth
perception, and ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather
conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical
parts, high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical
shock, explosives, vibration, and confined spaces.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Minimum Education, Experience and Certification
Associate’s degree from an educational institution accredited by a DOE recognized accreditation body,
plus two years of experience coordinating NPDES MS4 compliance activities or in a related field required,
or equivalent combination of education and experience. Certification as an Iowa Certified Construction
Site Pollution Prevention Inspector (ICCSPPI), or the ability to obtain certification within 1 year of
employment. Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record required. Must be 18 years of age per
Iowa Code 92.8. Must pass criminal background check.
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Preferred Education, Experience and Certification
Bachelor’s degree from an educational institution accredited by a DOE recognized accreditation body
Graduation in science, engineering or related field and experience with NPDES MS4 compliance
preferred. Certified Professional in Erosion & Sediment Control (CPESC) or other related certification(s)
preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of environmental regulations and permitting processes. Skills in technical writing. Skills in
operating computer and various software. Skills in interpersonal and public relations. 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 attend work regularly.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by
individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties,
and skills required of personnel so classified in this position.