Title:  Environmental Technician III - Dam Safety Program

Overview

The Department of Environmental Conservation, Water Investment Division, Dam Safety Program (DSP) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced engineering technician to join the regulatory and emergency action planning group within our team. Candidates with an educational and or working background in engineering, construction, or a technical field are preferred. Experience in dam safety including Emergency Action Planning (EAPs) and hydrologic and hydraulic modeling support for dams is highly desired. 

 

A successful applicant will have the ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment where public safety is paramount, and the mission is to reduce risks to life, property, and the environment from dam incidents and failure through effective communication, education, regulation, and dam ownership. Candidates with experience in field work, data collection, construction, and emergency planning with good written and verbal communication skills and organizational skills will be given preference. 

 

The DSP acts as both regulator and dam owner, regulating nearly 1,000 non-power, non-federal dams statewide and acts as the State's owner representative at 14 dams, including the three Winooski River Flood Control dams. Major duties include the development, maintenance, and review of EAPs, assistance with EAP training, hydrologic and hydraulic engineering support, dam hazard potential classification support, permitting support, dam safety rule compliance and enforcement support, field support including dam monitoring, data collection, survey, operation and maintenance, and inspection.

 

Staring salary is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. 

Who May Apply

This position, Environmental Technician III - Dam Safety Program (Job Requisition #51341), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Steven.Hanna@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 performed in both a standard office setting and in the field, for which private means of transportation must be available. Field work may involve exposure to chemicals, gases, hazardous liquid and solid waste, construction sites during all weather conditions and may involve traversing rough terrain and bodies of water. Heavy lifting and climbing may be required. Some work outside of regular work schedule may be necessary. Strong and conflicting opinions may be encountered.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering, a biological-life or physical science, math, or natural resources field.

 

OR

 

Associate's degree in engineering, a biological-life or physical science, math, or a natural resources field AND two (2) years or more at or above a technical level in an environmental or natural resources field.

 

OR

 

High School diploma or equivalent AND four (4) years or more of experience at or above a technical level in an environmental or natural resources.

 

OR

 

One (1) year or more as an Environmental Technician II.

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 and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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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.