Erosion And Sediment Control Specialist (Planning - Building Development Services)

Plan, organize, coordinate the various activities of the City's Erosion and Sediment Control program; establish and administer permitting and inspection procedures and policies for construction sites in accordance to all applicable codes, ordinances and regulations; implement program goals and objectives and perform a variety of administrative, professional and technical tasks in support of assigned area of responsibility.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year-for-year basis.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Natural Sciences, Biology, Architecture; and

Four (4) years of experience administering the Erosion and Sediment Control operations of a Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System or preparing and maintaining Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans for land development construction.

Experience in designing, maintaining, and inspecting Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans is preferred.

Experience in enforcing the Construction General Permit for land development construction sites is preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain one by the date of hire. Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from the date of hire.

Possession of a Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control or the ability to obtain one within six (6) months from the date of hire.

• Operational characteristics, services and activities of the Construction General Permit, Environmental Protection Agency permitting procedures, and regulations related to the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
• Methods and techniques of permitting and regulation related to Erosion and Sediment Control on land development sites and linear roadway and utility project
• Methods and techniques of enforcing the City's Land Development ordinances and procedures, the City's Construction Permitting procedures, and the City Standards Specifications for Public Works Projects.
• Operational characteristics, services and activities of the Albuquerque's Stormwater Management Program
• Principles and practices of the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System permits for the City of Albuquerque and the Middle Rio Grande Watershed
• Methods and techniques of enforcing City's Erosion and Sediment Control program, policies, and procedures.
• Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and safety regulations
• Recent developments, current literature, and information related to Construction General Permit and Erosion and Sediment Control Ordinance §14-5-2-11, compliance activities such as Environmental Protection Agency case studies and laboratory evaluations of the effectiveness of various Best Management Practices.
• Methods and techniques of compliance of the Environmental Protection Agency and enforcement strategies of cooperating regulatory agencies relative to the Construction General Permit and Erosion and Sediment Control programs
• Principles and practices of business letter writing and basic report preparation
• Office equipment including computers, scanners, copiers, cameras, and I-phones. Software including ESRI ArcGIS 10.7.1, Adobe Pro, Microsoft Office 2019 (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, Paint 3D), and AutoCAD 2019.

• Plan and coordinate the development of Erosion and Sediment Control policies and procedures
• Assess and document site (e.g., soil types, slope lengths and steepness, vegetative cover, etc.
• Develop an inventory of available resources, as well as resources meriting protection or mitigation
• Identify field indications of drainage patterns; research drainage patterns through investigation of reports, grading and drainage plans, topography, and aerial photos prepared by Professional Engineers
• Apply appropriate practices to intercept run-on; convey all runoff through and discharge from the site; eliminate the adverse effects of Erosion and Sediment discharge
• Anticipate changing drainage patterns at different stages during construction projects and modify the design of site accordingly
• Assess soil conditions for signs of Erosion and Sedimentation.
• Prepare quantitative analysis of sediment transport capacity and Sediment transport rates for various site conditions.
• Develop construction SWPPPs, local Stormwater Management plans (SMP's), and Erosion and Sediment Control Plans
• Apply relevant resources to reduce or eliminate soil loss as appropriate to the design
• Develop specifications; including design specifications, construction specifications, maintenance schedules (including a long-term maintenance plan), criteria for inspections, and expected performance and longevity
• Understand and interpret soil stabilization Management Plans (MPs)
• Understand and interpret the agronomic potential of soils or substrates to develop and maximize the establishment of sustainable vegetation for effective Erosion and Sediment Control
• Apply scientific methods to determine groundcover densities and plant identification
• Identify habitats of threatened and endangered species and signs of their presence in the field
• Select vegetation capable of providing erosion control and restoring disturbed lands while consistent with project or site requirements to provide sufficient Erosion and Sediment Control
• Respond to requests and inquiries from the public and government entities
• Work independently in the absence of supervision
• Elicit community and organizational support for assigned pollution control programs
• Interpret and explain City policies and procedures
• Maintain certification and training as necessary or as required
• Communicate clearly and concisely
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including the general public
• Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
• Recommend and implement goals and objectives for the City's Erosion and Sediment Control program and related programs.
• Gather data, research, analyze and recommend solutions to Construction General Permit compliance problems
• Develop, prepare, and conduct education and public relations programs.
• Conduct covert investigations on various construction sites.
• Review and analyze permit applications