Duties Description

The Professional Engineer 1 (PE1) is a Regional Division of Water (DOW) position located in the Region 7 Kirkwood Office. The candidate will work under the Regional Water Manager (RWM) and Regional Water Engineer (RWE), assisting with the administration of the regional DOW programs including but not limited to: State Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (SPDES) wastewater, stormwater multi-sector general permit (MSGP), Construction Stormwater, Flood Control, Dam Safety, National Flood Insurance, Flood Resiliency, Coastal Erosion, Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFO), water withdrawal, dredging, Watershed Planning, associated Grant Funding Programs, and other duties as assigned. The position’s duties include the following:

- The position will have a focus on assisting with the administration of the regions flood control, dam safety, coastal erosion, flood resiliency, national flood insurance, wastewater and associated grant funding programs.
- Serve as a regional Program Technical Lead for the administration of the regional DOW Programs as assigned. As the program technical lead, this candidate will work to develop expertise knowledge in assigned DOW program regulations and policies. The candidate will be the primary technical lead for reviewing assigned projects and approving applications in the region.
- Assist with administration of the regional Flood Control Program. For assigned flood control projects (FCPs), conduct routine and periodic inspections. Maintain a working familiarity with the condition of assigned flood control projects. Provide technical support during planning and implementation of capital improvements and repairs. Monitor construction phase of assigned projects for quality control and compliance with design documents.



Assist Albany DOW and Division of Operations in identifying and addressing priority "unacceptable ratings" conditions noted by the USACE at FCPs. Monitor potential high-water events and assist in coordinating emergency operations for DOW as assigned. Assist in keeping emergency operations plans current. Conduct technical reviews of assigned Part 501 permit applications for use of flood control lands.
- Assist with administration of the regional Dam Safety Program. Perform and assist regional and Albany staff in the periodic inspection of dams located in the Region as assigned. Reviews permit applications as assigned. Respond to dam failure emergencies, complaints, and illegal dam constructions in accordance with Department policy and direction from supervisor.
- The PE1 must be available and prepared to respond to emergencies, including storm and high-water events, during non-traditional work hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. The PE1 will coordinate with the RWM and RWE as appropriate to ensure DOW program coverage when not directly available (leave for vacation, medical, other).
- Conduct inspections and monitor and evaluate activities at Division of Water regulated facilities to ensure compliance with applicable regulations. This includes, but is not limited to, commercial, private, institutional, industrial, and municipal wastewater treatment plants.



Prepare and present results of inspections, analyses, and research assignments to Department managers and communicate inspection results to facility representatives and consultants. Evaluate permit applications, wastewater plant design plans, and technical documents to determine compliance with regulatory and technical standards. Develop draft permit conditions and requirements.
- Conduct and/or assist in response, including investigations and enforcement as necessary, of water quality related complaints from the public or other sources.
- Provide technical presentations and coordinate technical assistance activities to government officials, consultants, and the public. Lead and participate in meetings with skilled staff, concerned citizens, public officials, DEC staff, and other stakeholders. Represent DEC and present DEC information at public meetings, with municipal and elected officials, and with other stakeholders as necessary and as assigned.
- Take a lead role in development of regulations, policies, and guidance documents for DOW programs as needed.
- Respond to inquiries in a timely manner. Utilize channels of communication within the region office as well as outside agencies, municipalities, and the public to provide information on Division programs, policies, and actions. Keep RWM and RWE informed of program accomplishments, emerging issues, and high-profile issues through effective verbal and written communication.
- Must be able to communicate effectively and interact with the Federal, State and local government agencies, engineering firms, various non-governmental groups, and the public. Must be able to manage multiple projects. Must be able to read and interpret r

📌 Professional Engineer 1 (Shire of Broome)
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