Environmental Specialist
Ada County Highway District (ACHD) is now accepting applications for the position of Environmental
Specialist (ES) for the Sediment and Erosion Control and Illicit Discharge Programs. This position is nonexempt and the starting wage is $26.00 - $29.90 per hour / DOQ.
ACHD offers an excellent benefit package with medical, vision and dental insurance, paid vacation and
holidays, paid parental leave, 401K match and membership in the Public Employee Retirement System of
Idaho (PERSI).
Primary Responsibilities:
A primary duty of the ES is the implementation of ACHDs Construction Site Discharge Control
(CSDC) Program to comply with NPDES MS4 Permit requirements. Tasks include evaluating
stormwater pollution prevention plans, erosion and sediment control plans, and dewatering plans to
ensure proposed construction activities adhere to District policy, and protections are sufficient to
prevent stormwater pollution. Tasks also include conducting compliance investigations and
enforcing CSDC Program requirements. The ES educates District staff and contractors on best
management practices (BMPs), including erosion and sediment control, pollution prevention, and
good housekeeping practices. The ES may also be asked to provide technical assistance with IPDES
Construction General Permit compliance issues, provide staff training, and assist in the development
of ACHD policy.
This position implements portions of ACHDs Illicit Discharge Detection & Elimination Program.
Tasks include investigating illicit discharge complaints and providing technical assistance to field
staff responding to spills in the right-of-way. The ES is also responsible for conducting annual spill
response training. Other duties may include public education and outreach, and sample collection.
Qualifications:
The successful candidate must have considerable knowledge of urban sediment and erosion control
BMPs and environmental regulations as they apply to stormwater and a good knowledge and
understanding of hydrologic concepts and practices. The ability to interpret and apply federal, state,
and local environment regulations, prepare and edit technical reports, communicate effectively
orally and in writing, and read construction plans is required. The ability to present technical
information in non-technical terms to the public is preferred. Certification as a Certified Professional
in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC) or similar is a plus.
The successful candidate must be proficient in Word, Excel, Access, and Adobe.
The successful candidate must possess a valid Idaho drivers license. A Responsible Person
certification is required within 30 days of being hired.
Graduate of college or university with a 4-year degree in Environmental, Physical, or Biological
Science is preferred. OR any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the
required knowledge, skill, and abilities may be acceptable.
A completed ACHD Employment Application is required and must be submitted to Human Resources by
4:30pm on April 18, 2024. Applications will be reviewed periodically. Apply as soon as possible to
ensure you will be considered for this position. This job announcement will be closed if the position is
filled prior to the closing date. Applications are available at 3775 Adams St, Garden City ID, or on our
website at www.achdidaho.org.
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