Are you a licensed engineer passionate about protecting natural resources and making a real impact? Join the York County Conservation District, where your expertise will help preserve watersheds, reduce pollution, and improve land management practices across York County.

ABOUT US:

The York County Conservation District is the county government office devoted to assisting residents with their natural resource and environmental concerns.
The York County Conservation District is part of the York County Government, which offers many exciting and challenging opportunities to learn and grow in a career while making a difference in the lives of York County residents. Each County department meets a unique need in the community and provides an opportunity for both professional growth and personal satisfaction. York County offers a competitive wage and benefit package.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor of Science in Civil, Agricultural and/or Environmental Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• 5 years of experience in post construction stormwater management, natural resource conservation, or similar field preferred.
• Must be a registered Professional Engineer in the State of Pennsylvania.

LICENSE AND SKILLS

• Must possess PA driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
• Ability to mentor and train coworkers in the fundamentals of sound stormwater management and erosion and sedimentation control principles.
• As a condition of continuing employment, the individual must be able to obtain a cell phone service contract by the end of their probationary period. This position requires using a cell phone for relaying pertinent information and assessing the location and safety of staff while in the field (A stipend will be provided by the County to help offset the monthly expense).
• Have a working knowledge of the State’s Chapter 102 Erosion and Sediment (E&S) control.
• Have a working knowledge of the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program & Post Construction Stormwater Management (PCSM) for construction site stormwater runoff control.
• Must possess strong AutoCAD and ArcGIS skills.
• Must possess an understanding of surveying fundamentals, including total station survey and GPS survey.
• Become familiar with agricultural practices and operations and work with District Ag staff to oversee and design agricultural best management practices.
• Understand and apply the District’s E&S plan review and inspection fee schedule.
• Must be able to function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with constituents, consultants, engineers, contractors, developers, farmers and support agency personnel.
• Ability to read, interpret, and evaluate engineering and surveying plans and specifications submitted by consultants, developers, and landowners.
• Be knowledgeable of algebra, geometry and trigonometry and have skill in numerical and verbal reasoning.
• Ability to apply the principles and methods of the physical sciences to technical engineering problems.
• Ability to perceive mechanical, physical, and spatial relationships.
• Must be knowledgeable of computer operation, audio visual equipment and digital camera.
• Ability to deliver effective presentations and training sessions for a wide range of audiences, including municipal officials, consultants, developers, landowners, and the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, legislators, county and municipal officials, consultants, developers, planners, the public and members of the media.
• Ability to be subjected to frequent interruptions, to multi-task, and still complete assigned work duties within PA DEP delegated timeframes.
• Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position are fully met.
• Be familiar with the provisions of the State’s Chapter 105 Dams Safety & Waterways program and Act 167-Stormwater Management Act.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Ability to traverse difficult terrain in adverse weather conditions and demonstrate emotional stability.
• Be knowledgeable of York County soils and the use of soil survey.
• Become familiar with stream restoration and stabilization practices and work with Watershed program staff to oversee and design stream corridor practices.
  Requirements are representative of minimum knowledge, skills and abilities. To perform this job successfully, the candidate will possess the ability or aptitude to perform each duty proficiently, and comply with Association policies and procedures, as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

• Conduct the completeness through engineering-level review for PCSM plans for all individual NPDES permits and for critical general NPDES permits submitted to the District to determine compliance with applicable regulations and guidelines in close coordination with District, Municipal, and DEP Region and Central Office staff.
• Attend pre-application meetings, perform plan review site visits, and conduct site inspections related to PCSM BMP implementation and acknowledgment of Notice of Terminations (NOTs) for the above referenced NPDES permitted projects.
• Assist with general public and regulated community education and outreach efforts including investigation and resolution of stormwater-related complaints.
• Provide technical and engineering assistance to District staff on issues relating to E&S and PCSM plan reviews, watershed management, and Ag BMP design.
• Have familiarity with traditional and emerging engineering practices including erosion and sedimentation, post construction stormwater, and agricultural practices, stream stabilization and restoration practices, and all applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Be knowledgeable of commonly referenced regulations, in particular the Pennsylvania Clean Streams Law, Chapters 91 (Manure Management), 102 (Erosion and Sedimentation Control), 105 (Dam Safety and Waterway Management), and Act 38 (Nutrient Management).
• Develop firm understanding of local municipal ordinances, including Act 167 and MS4.
• Assist in the development and implementation of E&S, PCSM, NPDES, stormwater, stream encroachment, watershed restoration, agricultural conservation and wetlands workshops, trainings, field days, and other outreach efforts to all sectors of the regulated community, and to local, state, and federal cooperating agencies.
• Participate in regional and statewide conservation programs and continuing education trainings related to erosion and sedimentation, post construction stormwater, and agricultural programs.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly reports to the District Manager.
• Testifies as a material witness before district magistrate, Environmental Hearing Board, or the courts when necessary.
• Become familiar with and conduct visual site inspections of PCSM BMPs.
• Become familiar with the use of computer programs used in the development and design of agricultural plans and best management practices, such as PracticeKeeper.
• Maintain accurate records and files as required.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing to a wide range of individuals.
• Be able to work throughout York County.
• Become familiar with cooperating agencies and refer resource problems to the appropriate county, state or federal agency.
• Participates in meetings with legislators, local government officials, special interest groups, citizens, and members of the media to explain the program and resolve issues and problems.
• Represents the County Conservation District at public hearings and meetings involving the NPDES permit or E&S plans.
• Assist in other natural resource related educational topics (ex. Envirothon events).
• Demonstrate emotional stability.
• Hours worked will include occasional evenings, overnight travel, and weekends.
• Other reasonable duties as assigned by supervisor.