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Position Description The Water Resources Specialist will be responsible for the administration and implementation of the City's stormwater management ordinance (Chapter 54) associated with development projects where the ordinance aims "to minimize negative impacts of stormwater runoff rates, volumes and quality on Minneapolis lakes, streams, wetlands, and the Mississippi River by guiding future significant development and redevelopment activity, and by assuring long-term effectiveness of existing and future stormwater management constructed facilities". In addition, this position will supervise and oversee a team of environmental inspectors to support Chapter 54, Illicit discharge programs, stormwater practices inspection, and other related fieldwork. The long-term inspection and maintenance program associated with stormwater management facilities on development projects. This position will be responsible for program development, managing customer service relationships and supervising staff, and performing high level technical work in support of public works functions. Work Location: This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office. A resume is required, please attach your resume to your application. The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Job Duties and Responsibilities * Manage the function of an office or unit, supervising staff responsible for long-term operations of stormwater management facilities on development projects required by City Ordinance and policies; i.e., review and approve operation and maintenance plans, verify construction compliance, oversee receipt of annual inspection and maintenance records from property owners, and manage inspections and compliance activities. * Represent the Public Works Department in meetings with engineers, consultants, contractors, property owners, and the public regarding City standards and legal requirements for proposed work, including the City's Sanitary and Storm Sewer Guide, the Minnesota Stormwater Manual, and approved development stormwater design, operation, and maintenance plans. * Ensure that proposed stormwater management plans and specifications meet federal, State, and local requirements. * Essential to develop a comprehensive understanding of city ordinances and guidance manuals to support and coordinate with the review process of proposed construction plans and effectively communicate the requirements and restrictions that may apply. * Coordinate and perform inspections and reviews of installed and/or finished products to ensure compliance with standards or to assess current status (e.g. stormwater facilities, green infrastructure, and other construction projects). * Monitor work to ensure compliance and issue stop work orders when appropriate or contact the correct parties to initiate corrective action (lane closure and erosion control, etc.) * Supervise staff engaged in technical and administrative work, monitoring construction activities and enforcing standards, explaining assessment procedures, inspecting facilities to determine conditions and make recommendations, and providing technical support such as assisting in developing proposals, plans etc. * Handle public relations, complaints, and controversial developments regarding the activities of the unit supervised, making decisions as to how to proceed and working toward resolution. * Coordinate digitization of private stormwater infrastructure to facilitate creation of a computer-based, geographically representative system. * Oversee archiving of historic data from hardcopy to digital file, ensuring proper links, taxonomy, and permissions that allow for retrieval by multiple users across the enterprise. * Have working knowledge of and utilize several common and city-specific software systems. Successful applicant will use GIS software, city tracking tools, and other job or city-s ecific software. Working Conditions: Office and fieldwork Required Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Associate Degree in Engineering Technology, Environmental Sciences, Water Resources or related field. Minimum Experience: Three years of related experience. Licenses/Certifications: Driver's License to operate City provided vehicle. Equivalency An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered. Selection Process The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process. Background Check The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position. Drug and Alcohol Testing All job applicants must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be required to sign a notification and consent form prior to undergoing drug and alcohol testing. Applicants who do not consent to undergo drug and alcohol testing will not be required to do so and the City will withdraw the conditional job offer, resulting in the job applicant no longer being considered for the position. Union Representation This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Minneapolis City Supervisors Association (CSU). For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit: Eligible List Statement The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire one month after it has been established. Interview Selection The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities * Prefer bachelor's degree in water resources or environmental field. * Working knowledge of GIS software, cloud-based systems, and basic office software, such as Microsoft Office Suite, video conferencing, and asset management tracking. * Well versed in water resource and stormwater management including BMP design, construction, maintenance, inspection, and operation. * Thorough knowledge of State and Federal laws, City Ordinances and City Codes as they apply to work of area to which assigned. * Considerable knowledge of civil engineering design... For full info follow application link. The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.