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Ecologist Iv

Employer
Fairfax County Government
Location
Fairfax, Virginia
Salary
$79,976.62 - $133,294.10 Annually
Closing date
Jul 24, 2021

Job Details

Job Announcement

Leads and supervises a team and serves as the primary point of contact responsible for implementation of the county's MS4 Permit (Permit) and program and Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) development and implementation. Coordinates permit related activities, requirements, modifications and renewals with federal and state regulatory agencies. Evaluates levels of compliance with Permit and program requirements. Leads Permit audit and compliance review activities. Leads a team that is responsible for coordinating the county's participation in TMDL and associated action plan development. Prepares and presents updates and information on existing, proposed and upcoming Permit and TMDL requirements to elected officials, senior county management and staff. Coordinates and ensures county agencies are aware of and receive essential training on applicable Permit and program requirements and responsibilities. Initiates and prepares proposed legislative and code amendments for consideration related to stormwater permits and regulations and TMDLs. Provides overall quality control for all work produced by assigned staff and related consulting services.

NOTE: The appointee to this position is considered Emergency Services Personnel with the requirement to be available twenty-four hours a day/seven days a week to respond to snow, flooding, and other designated emergencies on an as needed basis.

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:
(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in aquatic ecology, ecology, biology, botany, zoology, geography, environmental science,

environmental engineering, limnology, natural resource management, or a related field;

plus six years of experience in the environmental science field, to include two years of

experience in field water quality monitoring, terrestrial ecosystem assessment and

management, data analysis and reporting and assessments of associated habitat conditions and/or the coordination of tasks to support key components of a comprehensive stormwater or natural resource management program.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

Possession of a valid motor vehicle driver's license.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background and driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
At least five years of experience administering, implementing and coordinating MS4 permit and program requirements. Experience supervising staff and managing professional services contracts. Experience working with State and Federal MS4 and TMDL regulatory agencies. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to drive a motor vehicle. Ability to perform field investigations. Physically and mentally able to use all applicable personal protective equipment in an outdoor environment; including hardhat, eye protection, hearing protection safety footwear, long pants, sleeved shirt, and personal fall arrest harness. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview and may include exercise.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or status as a veteran in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314 . EEO/AA/TTY.

Company

Fairfax County, Virginia is a diverse and thriving urban county. As the most populous jurisdiction in both Virginia and the Washington metropolitan area, the County's population exceeds that of seven states. The median household income of Fairfax County is one of the highest in the nation and over half of its adult residents have four-year college degrees or more educational attainment. Fairfax County also is home to an extensive commercial office market and is a major employment center.

Fairfax County Government is a great place to work, with a variety of jobs in different fields, great benefits, and an enjoyable working environment. We serve nearly one million residents in one of the largest counties in the country. Our talented employees have established Fairfax County as a leader in nearly every facet of public service and have won national recognition as innovators in local government.The size of Fairfax County government and the diversity of services it provides to citizens allows opportunities for personal growth and development, without ever having to change employers. In addition to pay, Fairfax County Government provides an employee benefits package worth approximately 25% of your salary in additional compensation. This package of benefits consists of programs designed to protect you and your family during your employment with the county and into your retirement years.


BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Group Term Life Insurance
Contributory Retirement Plan
Deferred Compensation
Flexible Spending Account Programs
Long Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Care Plan
Tuition Assistance Program
Employees' Child Care Center
Virginia College Savings Plans

Fairfax County's Application Process: Fairfax County uses an online application process called NEOGOV at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobsfor nearly all positions.

Applicants who need assistance with the online application process are welcome to come to the Application Center at Fairfax County's HR Central where staff will be happy to work with you to establish an account and get your resume into the system. HR Central is located in the Government Center at 12000 Government Center Parkway, Suite 270, Fairfax, VA, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Or call 703-222-5872 for more information.

For more information on applying, please click here - https://www.governmentjobs.com/home/applicationguide.

Company info
Website
Location
12000 Government Center Parkway
Suite 270
Fairfax
VA
22035-0034
US

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