Environmental Specialist II - NPDES & State Permits
Core
Drafts and reviews wastewater, stormwater, and pretreatment discharge permits to protect water quality in Nebraska, calculating waste load allocations for municipal and industrial facilities.
Role type
Mid-level regulatory environmental specialist (permits & modeling)
Builds
NPDES and state discharge permits for wastewater treatment facilities and industries
Domain
Environmental regulation / Water quality management
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> regulatory permits and compliance documentation
Required skills
Hydrology, ecology, geology, agronomy, statistical and analytical methods, water quality modeling, mass balance calculations, permit writing, public speaking, data interpretation
Preferred skills
Experience with CORMIX or similar modeling software, knowledge of EPA regulations, ability to conduct site inspections
Technologies
CORMIX, word processing, spreadsheet, database management, hydrological models
Responsibilities
Draft and review discharge permits under NPDES; calculate waste load allocations using water quality modeling; communicate with agencies, permittees, and the public; testify as an expert witness at hearings; develop strategies and protocols for environmental protection plans; conduct compliance evaluations of permitted facilities.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC