Job Description

Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
This position is responsible for coordinating the Water Quality Division's (WQD's) role in the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and other environmental review processes. It assists with the development and implementation of Wyoming's surface water quality standards consistent with the Wyoming Environmental Quality Act and the federal Clean Water Act. The position collaboratively reviews, evaluates, and develops recommendations on proposed federal projects to ensure that federal agency actions are consistent with Wyoming's water quality rules, including surface and groundwater quality standards, regulations for discharges to surface or groundwaters, and regulations for water and wastewater facility permitting. The position supports the development and implementation of Wyoming's Surface Water Quality Standards, including technical reviews, research, document development, and assistance in the development of proposed changes to standards and implementation documents.
Discover your next career opportunity in Cheyenne, Wyoming! This full-service friendly community of over 65,000 residents is near outdoor recreation in the mountainous Medicine Bow National Forest and Curt Gowdy State Park, with convenient proximity to Colorado's Front Range urban corridor and Denver International Airport. As an added benefit, Wyoming is one of only seven states with no state income tax, making Cheyenne an attractive place to live and work.
Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

• At NEPA cooperator meetings, represent the Water Quality Division to ensure federal projects with implications to surface and groundwater quality comply with the Wyoming Environmental Quality Act, Wyoming's Water Quality Rules and Regulations, policies, and guidance.
• Collaborates with DEQ management and staff, federal agencies, and other cooperators to develop alternatives, provide recommendations, and provide input on NEPA planning documents and environmental analyses.
• Prepare and provide input and technical language during NEPA document development, citing state and federal statutes, regulations, and policy.
• Review, analyze, and develop official WQD comments to Environmental Impact Statements, Environmental Assessments, U.S. Bureau of Land Management Resource Management Plans, U.S. Forest Service Forest Plans, Oil and Gas Leasing and Development, Renewable Energy Projects, Pipelines, Coal Leasing and Development, etc., and how the plans and evaluations could be revised to be more consistent with Wyoming's water quality rules and regulations.
• Conducts technical reviews of U.S. EPA-recommended water quality criteria and implementation materials for applicability to Wyoming's surface waters.
• Assists with the development of technical comments in response to public notices and draft recommended water quality criteria and implementation materials.
• Research state and federal regulations and guidance on the development and implementation of surface water quality standards.
• Conduct technical research, evaluation, and provide recommended changes to Wyoming's surface water quality standards and implementation methods.
• Assist with the development of public outreach materials, website updates, etc.
• Assist with other duties as assigned to implement portions of the federal Clean Water Act in Wyoming.

Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Bachelor's degree PLUS at least one to two years of professional work experience with reviewing or preparing NEPA documents. Preference may be given to applicants that have a Bachelor's degree in the sciences (chemistry, biology, geology, environmental, engineering, physical, or natural) or environmental policy and demonstrated strong technical and expository writing.
KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of the federal Clean Water Act, federal National Environmental Policy Act, Wyoming Environmental Quality Act, and Wyoming Surface Water Quality Standards
• Experience with the collection, management, and analysis of environmental data
• Experience with evaluating potential environmental impacts to surface or groundwater from proposed projects and developing recommendations for alternatives and permitting needs to ensure compliance with water quality rules and regulations
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, and SharePoint
• Experience with Geographic Information Systems and geospatial datasets
• Ability to be resourceful, provide recommended solutions to complex problems, and meet deadlines
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and coordinate with other personnel
• Strong communication skills, both written (technical and expository) and oral, with proficiency in conveying complex technical or regulatory issues and concerns to various audiences
• Ability to research, summarize information, document work, develop technical documents, and maintain records.
• Ability to work both independently and part of a team
• Knowledge of reviewing, modifying, and adopting surface water quality standards
• Knowledge of study design for conducting chemical, physical, and biological water quality monitoring

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's (typically in The Sciences)
Experience:
0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Specialist
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Specialist
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
This position requires travel in and out of state. This position may on occasion require the ability to walk/hike in rugged terrain, and conduct field work in wet, slippery, cold, or muddy conditions.
NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt
• The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality may use a video interview as a mandatory first step of our process. If chosen for a video interview you will receive an email with all the necessary information to complete the process.

Supplemental Information
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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.
Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health
• WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else - wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax.

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