Environmental Engineer VI – Dam Safety Program Regulatory and Emergency Action Plan Services Full Time

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Overview

The Department of Environmental Conservation, Water Investment Division,
Dam Safety Program (DSP) is seeking a highly motivated individual with
regulatory policy experience to join the regulatory and emergency action
planning group within our team. Experience or interest in dam safety
engineering, regulation, Emergency Action Planning, and hydrologic and
hydraulic modeling for dams is preferred. Candidates with the intent to
pursue Professional Engineer licensure in the future are desired.

An ideal applicant will have the ability to multi-task and work in a
fast-paced work environment where public safety is vital, and the goal
is to reduce risks to life, property, and the environment from dam
incidents and failure through effective communication, education, and
regulation. Candidates should have strong technical skills, written and
verbal communication skills, organizational skills, and the ability to
identify and implement process improvements.

The DSP acts as both a regulator and dam owner, regulating nearly 1,000
non-power, non-federal dams statewide and acts as the States owner
representative at 14 dams, including the three Winooski River Flood
Control dams. The DSP is a growing team that includes staff engineers,
analysts, technicians, and professional engineers with many years of Dam
Safety experience. Major duties include dam safety rule compliance and
program buildout, permit review, issuance, and oversight; development,
maintenance, and review of Emergency Action Plans (EAPs); development of
EAP policy and training; assistance with dam emergencies, dam
inspections; dam operation and maintenance support including flood
control dam oversight and operations.

Environmental Factors

Duties are largely performed in an office setting; however, some field
travel may be necessary for which private means of transportation must
be available. Fieldwork may involve exposure to chemicals, gases,
hazardous liquid and solid waste, and construction sites during all
weather conditions; and may involve traversing rough terrain and bodies
of water. Some work outside of regular working hours, including
attendance at public meetings, may be required. Strong differences of
opinion may be encountered on a regular basis.