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Job Location: Montpelier, VT
Overview
The Water Investment Division (WID) is seeking talented individuals to help Vermonters capitalize on the new Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL). Successful candidates will join a dynamic team of talented planners, engineers, and scientists, and will make a lasting difference to Vermont while working alongside committed and dedicated co-workers with a shared sense of mission. You can learn more about the Water Investment Division here .
WID is presently offering two positions described below. Applicants are encouraged to indicate in their cover letter in which position(s) they are most interested.
Drinking Water Project Developer
The Water Infrastructure Finance Program, part of DEC’s Water Investment Division, is seeking a highly organized individual with an environmental protection and public health background, strong people skills, and interest in helping communities improve drinking water supplies to serve as a Project Developer for the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (SRF).
This position will afford the right individual the opportunity to make a major contribution to helping to ensure that Vermonters have access to clean and safe drinking water under the new, federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding for the State Revolving Loan Fund. This position will administer environmental revolving loans that finance improvements to water systems, with a focus on replacing lead service lines and to address pollutants of emerging concern.
This position is also responsible for assisting in the implementation of BIL priorities related to ensuring that disadvantaged communities benefit equitably from this historic investment in water infrastructure, including assisting with streamlining and automating the application process to remove barriers to participation.
Preference will be given to candidates with:
Knowledge of the principles and tools of continuous business process improvement
Strong written and verbal communication skills
A demonstrated ability to organize and manage financial and project-related data
Experience working with federal funds.
Environmental Analyst for Design and Construction
The Water Investment Division is also looking to fill a second non-regulatory position aimed at helping Vermont municipalities and communities to develop infrastructure priorities such as wastewater and stormwater treatment, non-point source pollution abatement, and natural resource protection, conservation, and restoration projects. As a part of the Water Investment Division’s (WID’s) Design and Construction Engineering (DCE) Program, the incumbent will:
Assist DCE Program engineers with their project review and approvals
Assist with the environmental review of projects
Serve as the DCE Section’s lead contact regarding computer software and programs
Be responsible for imputing large and complex project data or information into databases or software.
Advise entities outside DEC how to prepare and submit data or information thru online portals.
Provide training to internal and external users regarding how to use software or computer programs.
Assist with the development of reports, policies, and procedures, including as the primary author.
Preference will be given to candidates with:
Strong organizational skills;
Experience with financial management software including Salesforce;
Knowledge of water and wastewater infrastructure;
Strong people skills and a team player attitude;
Strong written and verbal communication skills; and
Experience working with federally funded financial assistance programs
Who May Apply
This position, Environmental Analyst V – Water Investment Division – Limited Service (Job Requisition #42401) , is open to all State employees and external applicants. It is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized for a specific period of time. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs.
If you would like more information about the duration or other details of the Drinking Water Project Developer position, please contact Padraic.Monks@vermont.gov .
If you would like more information about the duration or other details of the Environmental Analyst for Design and Construction position, please contact Jeff.Fehrs@vermont.gov .
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
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. Field work 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.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a biological-life or physical science, engineering, a social science, data science, or an environmental or natural resources field AND two (2) or more years of experience in a natural resources field.
OR
Master’s degree or higher in a biological-life or physical science, engineering, a social science, data science, or an environmental or natural resources field AND one (1) or more years of experience in a natural resources field.
OR
Five (5) years or more of experience in an engineering, environmental, social science, data science, or natural resources field.
Total Compensation As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it’s more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
80% State paid medical premium
Dental Plan at no cost for employees and their families
Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan; many jobs also allow for a flexible schedule
Low cost group life insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Incentive-based Wellness Program
Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website. Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
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