Nonpoint Source Coordinator Analyst 4

State of Idaho Opportunity Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM Mountain Time on the posting end date. This agency currently does not sponsor employment visas. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered. Important Guidelines: Applicant resumes must demonstrate how they meet the MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS listed in the job announcement. Selection Process: Resumes will be screened based on the criteria outlined in this announcement. A select number of candidates who have demonstrated that they meet the MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS of the position and have the most relevant qualifications may be given the opportunity to be interviewed. The Department of Environmental Quality may conduct verification of the information provided in your application, including validation of driver's license status, education, employment, and criminal history. Omission and/or falsification of information provided in your application will result in your removal from consideration for employment, appointment, or promotion. State of Idaho Employees: When searching for a new career within the state, browse and apply through Luma Opportunities. Applying through the State External Career website will cause duplicate profiles and will slow the processing of your application for a new job. Internal candidates should always use Luma Opportunities. This position may be eligible for a moving/relocation reimbursement. Moving bonus criteria must be met in accordance with the State of Idaho Moving Policy.

Position:

The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is hiring a Nonpoint Source Coordinator - Analyst 4 for the State Office in Boise.

Salary Range: $37.00 - $40.00

Responsibilities:

· Program Management:

• Serve as the technical, policy, and administrative expert responsible for management and planning for the Statewide Nonpoint Source (NPS) Program.
• Direct the management of nearly $2 million federal Section 319 grants and approximately $279,000 of annual state-funded projects.
• Coordinate with sister agencies to develop and update Idaho's Nonpoint Source Management Plan to ensure compliance with United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requirements.
• Develop and submit performance and progress reports to EPA assessing the Nonpoint Source Program's progress towards meeting the goals of the Nonpoint Source Management Plan.
• Provide technical and administrative assistance to external stakeholders seeking subgrant awards. Communicate program goals and requirements to current and potential grantees, other agencies, DEQ staff, and the public through presentations, training sessions, and focused meetings.
• Develop and administer subgrant awards, including developing funding lists. Coordinate DEQ 319 grant efforts among regional offices and approve project expenditures.
• Manage and direct temporary contracted staff.

· Project oversight:

• Manage and oversee approximately 50 ongoing projects and subgrant awards.
• Maintain tracking spreadsheets and logs and ensure compliance with the requirements of the EPA Grants Reporting and Tracking System for tracking 319 grant awards.

· Statewide Coordination:

• Coordinate Idaho's Nonpoint Source Program implementation with other state and federal partners.
• Coordinate with regional NPS leads for grant activities, including application, invoice, guidance document revisions, regional basin advisory group (BAG) review and ranking, BAG chair final rank for federal projects, and regional contract management.
• Develop, administer, and update agreements with agencies to implement the Nonpoint Source Management Plan (e.g., memoranda of understanding outlining the roles and of the management agencies in implementing the nonpoint source program, including forestry, mining, and agricultural abatement).

Minimum Qualifications:

Possession of a Bachelor's degree in the physical or biological sciences, Political Science, Business or Public Administration, Engineering, or related natural resources management field OR Education and/or experience equivalent to a typical four (4) year Bachelor's degree. For example: Successful completion of sixty (60) semester hours of study, including twenty-four (24) semester hours in a subject required for the specific discipline, is equivalent to two (2) years of undergraduate education; and/or experience performing routine duties such as planning, research, regulatory development and/or implementation of components of environmental programs or media for at least two (2) years can substitute for one (1) year of college.

AND

At least six (6) years of professional experience providing management, technical assistance, resource allocation, and policy interpretation to staff, special interest groups and the public.

OR

Possession of a Master's degree in any of the above fields AND at least four (4) years of professional experience providing technical assistance, allocating resources, managing and/or developing programs; and interpreting policy to staff, special interest groups and the public.

Desired Qualification

DEQ 3131 - Water Quality

Have knowledge of water quality and your work experience in water pollution monitoring, estimation or control such as: reviewing, designing or implementing; surface water quality monitoring projects, watershed, TMDL evaluation, riparian area, aquatic habitat, water quality, source water assessments, or environmental assessments, pollutant source assessments including municipal, industrial and storm water point sources and non-point source activities such as forestry, mining, agriculture, and grazing. Typically met by possession of a college degree in Natural Resource Management, Forestry, Fisheries, Biology, Chemistry, Limnology, Hydrology, Environmental Science or closely related field; OR education and experience equivalent to an undergraduate degree; AND two (2) years of work experience in water pollution monitoring, estimation or control such as: reviewing, designing or implementing; surface water quality monitoring projects, watershed, TDML evaluation, riparian area, aquatic habitat, source water assessments, water quality or environmental assessments, pollutant source assessments including municipal, industrial and storm water point sources and nonpoint source activities such as forestry, mining, agriculture, and grazing.

Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation)

• Ability to sit and work on a computer for 2-4 hours at a time.
• Ability to bend and reach for filing purposes.
• Some periods of heavy reading and typing are required.
• Ability to lift 30 pounds when working with file boxes.
• Some travel may be required.
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Ability to climb ladders, staircases, work on uneven terrain.
• Field sites may involve working near and with drilling rigs, backhoes, trucks and other large equipment in rough terrain.
• Occasional travel required.
• May be required to travel and stay overnight in remote areas
• Fields may need to be traversed at project sites.

Benefits:

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://statecareers.idaho.gov/pages/benefits

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov. Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

About the Agency:

To learn more about the agency this position will support, please visit: About Us - Idaho Department of Environmental Quality

To protect human health and the quality of Idaho's air, land, and water. www.deq.idaho.gov

If you have questions, please contact us at:

Email: recruitment@deq.idaho.gov Phone: (208) 373-0333