Application Deadline Date: 04/26/2023
Req ID: 45362
Department: Environmental Conservation
Location:
Montpelier, VT, US
Position Type: Limited Service
Schedule Type: Full Time
Hourly Rate: $26.42
Overview
The Water Investment Division is seeking a highly organized individual with engineering experience in the planning and construction of municipal wastewater and stormwater improvements, strong people skills, and interest in helping municipalities improve their water infrastructure.
The position will provide engineering support for publicly funded municipal and private sector projects to plan and construct wastewater, stormwater, and drinking water infrastructure improvements. The job duties will consist of reviewing and approving engineering reports, consultant agreements, construction contract documents, progress payments, and project related certifications. This position will interact with federal and state funding partners, municipal officials, project owners, engineering consultants, and regulatory officials, and will provide technical advice to other Department programs.
This position will afford the right individual the opportunity to make a major contribution to help protect the environment and ensure that Vermonters have access to clean and safe drinking water under the new, federal “Bipartisan Infrastructure Law” (BIL) funding for the State Revolving Loan Fund. This position provides engineering support for the state revolving loan programs that municipalities and private entities rely on to finance their infrastructure improvement projects. This includes facilitating implementation of BIL priorities related to ensuring that disadvantaged communities benefit equitably from this historic investment in infrastructure.
This position is part of a growing engineering team that includes Professional Engineers with many years of experience in water infrastructure.
Preference will be given to candidates with strong written and verbal communication skills, a demonstrated ability to manage publicly funded projects, and experience working with federal funds.
Who May Apply
This position, Environmental Engineer V – Water Investment Division – Limited Service (Job Requisition #45362), is open to all State employees and external applicants. It is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized for a specific period of time. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs.
If you would like more information about the duration of this position or other details, please contact Jeff Fehrs at jeff.fehrs@vermont.gov.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Environmental Factors
Duties are largely performed in an office setting; however, some field travel may be necessary for which private means of transportation must be available. Fieldwork may involve exposure to chemicals, gases, hazardous liquid and solid waste, and construction sites during all weather conditions; and may involve traversing rough terrain and bodies of water. Some work outside of regular working hours, including attendance at public meetings, may be required. Strong differences of opinion may be encountered on a regular basis.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in environmental, sanitary, water resources, chemical, civil or air pollution engineering AND two (2) years or more of professional experience in environmental, sanitary, water resources, chemical, civil or air pollution engineering.
OR
Bachelor’s degree in environmental, sanitary, chemical, water resources, civil or mechanical engineering AND four (4) years or more of professional experience in environmental, sanitary, water resources, chemical, civil or air pollution engineering.
OR
Bachelor’s degree in any field of engineering AND five (5) years or more of professional experience in environmental, sanitary, water resources, chemical, civil or air pollution engineering.
OR
One (1) year or more of experience as an Environmental Engineer IV OR two years or more as an Environmental Engineer III.
OR
Vermont Registration as a Professional Engineer the fields of civil, civil/sanitary, environmental or sanitary engineering AND four (4) years or more of professional experience in environmental, sanitary, water resources, chemical, civil or air pollution engineering.
Total Compensation
As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it’s more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
- 80% State paid medical premium
- Dental Plan at no cost for employees and their families
- Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan; many jobs also allow for a flexible schedule
- Low cost group life insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
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Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
