This position supports the Regulatory Division in implementing and enforcing CRWD Rules to protect the water resources of the District. The Regulatory Stormwater Field Technician performs inspection of active construction sites to ensure compliance with erosion and sediment control requirements and proper construction and function of permanent stormwater management practices. The Technician will also provide technical assistance in the implementation of the District’s permittee post-construction permanent stormwater BMP inspection program.

• Inspect active construction sites to ensure compliance with CRWD Rules, including requirements for erosion and sediment control practices, temporary and permanent stormwater management practices, and complete reports and other correspondence to convey inspection findings to applicants, owners, contractors, and city staff.
• Provide technical guidance to contractors and construction contacts to achieve site compliance and water quality protection.
• Facilitate permit closure of completed construction projects, including confirming performance of permanent stormwater management practices, completing associated reports, and coordinating outreach to property owners and maintenance personnel.
• Initiate and resolve enforcement actions in cases of excessive non-compliance.
• Develop and maintain relationships with permit applicants, engineers, contractors, and public partners. Identify opportunities to provide efficiency and strengthen these relationships.
• Assist with the implementation of the District’s permittee post-construction permanent stormwater BMP inspection program.
• Identify and respond to illicit discharge and other water quality issues, complaints, and concerns.
• Update the BMP database with applicant information and other permit details.
• Stay informed of new and emerging trends in stormwater management technologies and regulations. Work to incorporate new technology and systems into District programs and projects to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Effectively communicate watershed issues and projects at meetings, conferences, before the media, and to other units of government, Board of Managers, staff, partner organizations, and public.
• Work with other CRWD staff and its permit engineer to review and process permit applications, including Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans, stormwater management plans and models, and other design drawings. Convey permit and Rule requirements to applicants and engineers.
• Assist with research, evaluation, and process for CRWD Rule revisions. Review related partner regulations for general CRWD comment and ongoing coordination.
• Assist in the operation and maintenance of the District’s storm water infrastructure and BMP database.
• Provide technical and field support to other District programs including planning, grants, monitoring, facility management, and communications and engagement.
• Assist with other priorities outlined in CRWD’s Watershed Management Plan as directed.