Subsurface Systems Bureau Specialist

SUBSURFACE SYSTEMS BUREAU SPECIALIST (JOB ID: 40885)

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

WATER DIVISION / SUBSURFACE SYSTEMS BUREAU

29 HAZEN DRIVE, CONCORD NH 03301

ENVIRONMENTALIST III

Position #17368

$24.90-$33.47 per hour

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Environmental Services, Water Division, Subsurface Systems Bureau has a full time vacancy for an Environmentalist III – Subsurface Systems Bureau Specialist.

Summary:

Performs skilled professional work including the technical and regulatory evaluation of complex environmental projects primarily related to individual sewage disposal systems (ISDS) and subdivisions, and also including wetlands, surface water resources and other programs, as needed. Monitors construction of ISDS and subdivisions to determine compliance with permit conditions. Investigates alleged violations of state and federal laws.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS – Under a recent change to the rules, an applicant’s relevant experience now counts towards formal education degrees referenced below! See Per 405.1.

18 Months of additional relevant experience = Associate’s degree

36 Months of additional relevant experience = Bachelor’s degree

54 Months of additional relevant experience = Master’s degree

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelors degree from a recognized college or university with major study in biological, ecological or geological science; chemical, civil, environmental, hydraulic, mechanical, sanitary, or water resources engineering; chemistry; physics; oceanography; limnology; hydrology; soil science; forestry; wetlands science; environmental science; environmental law; wildlife management, resource management; or water resources management. Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of work experience.

Experience: Four years experience as an Environmentalist, or in any of the fields listed under education above.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: Must be able to obtain transportation to any part of the state in order to perform professional field work, must have a valid driver’s license. Within 1 year of acceptance of employment must obtain Boating Safety Certification from the Department of Safety.

Disclaimer Statement: The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.

Responsibilities:

Reviews technical documents including permit applications, engineering plans, surveys, wetland delineation evaluations and forestry plans related to on site wastewater treatment systems and the subdivision of land.

Conducts on-site inspections and investigations for new and proposed residential, commercial, and industrial developments to ensure compliance with current laws and regulations regarding subsurface systems, wetlands, and erosion control.

Conducts negotiations with the general public and their representatives including: licensed designers of subsurface disposal systems, certified wetland scientists, certified soil scientists, engineers, foresters, loggers, developers, and attorneys in the design and implementation of construction projects affecting water resources.

Conducts technical site assessment field work to review soil, vegetation, and hydrological or other supplementary data for ISDS, wetlands delineations, engineering or shoreline plans. Assessments are completed at a high level of technical and professional competence and in compliance with state and federal regulations.

Performs on-site assessments and reviews for the Land Resources Management Program on a wide-range of issues including: septic systems, wetlands, shoreland protection and erosion control and coordinates with these programs to assure compliance is maintained with all applicable laws and regulations. These assessments may require the operation of DES watercraft.

Conducts sampling of surface breakthrough of effluent and/or of surface waters for suspected failed ISDS’s or associated components thereof.

Serves as a liaison with local health officers and municipalities, the Department of Resources and Economic Development, Fish and Game Department and the Department of Safety Marine Patrol and the US Forest Service to facilitate compliance with all applicable local, state and federal environmental laws.

Investigates complaints to determine extent of jurisdiction, recommends remedial or mitigation measures, researches historical information and supervises tracking and scheduling of inspections to ensure timely and appropriate follow through on enforcement actions.

Provides technical assistance, including acting as an expert witness, makes presentations to the public, commercial and municipal groups and individuals to aid them in the understanding of the environmental law, rules, and application procedures.

Implements continuous improvement practices within the Subsurface Systems Bureau.

Criminal background and driving record review required.

For further information please contact Dawn Buker, Environmentalist IV at Dawn.R.Buker@des.nh.gov or at 603-271-1449.

*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits is based on the employee’s union status, and employee per pay period health benefit contributions will vary depending on the type of plan selected.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Value of State’s share of Employee’s Retirement: 13.85% of pay

Other Benefits:

* Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)

* Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

*State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan

*Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan

*$50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance

*Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:

https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx