Regulatory Compliance Specialist

Job Description

RESPEC, a nationally recognized engineering consulting firm, seeks a candidate to provide regulatory compliance services to public and private sector clients from our Denver, Colorado, location. This position will be involved with all types of planning, inspection, design, training, technical support, and compliance assistance services related to Colorado Discharge Permit Systems (CDPS) regulations and permit holders. This position requires technical knowledge and understanding of the State of Colorado Clean Water Permits, federal Clean Water Act (CWA) and Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) requirements, along with the skills to administer water, wastewater, and stormwater regulatory programs. The position will maintain familiarity with current and upcoming regulations relating to stormwater and wastewater permitting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assists clients with compliance inspections with applicable national, state, and local environmental water quality standards including all Minimum Control Measures of the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit
• Performs regular inspections on areas such as construction sites, stormwater facilities, municipal water and sewage systems, industrial facilities, and more. Coordinates with local governments and clients to issue notices of violations and enforcement actions as needed
• Interprets Federal, State, and local regulations and ordinances requiring a high degree of independent judgment in selecting appropriate methods and procedures for use in maintaining water quality permit compliance
• Evaluates existing programs and business practices and develops new programs, opportunities, and services, while evaluating new technologies as needed to provide required and effective services
• Writes and edits program documents and reports that effectively communicate stormwater requirements to stakeholders
• Frequently works with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies to ensure compliance.

Minimum Qualifications: The successful candidate must have at least a bachelor of science degree in science, engineering, or a related field with 2-6 years of experience with regulatory compliance related to the Clean Water Act. Additional qualifications include:

• Demonstrated knowledge of Federal, State, and Local environmental regulations
• Experience with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), Colorado Clean Water Permitting Sectors and Colorado Discharge Permit System (CDPS), as well as experience implementing the Minimum Control of the MS4 permit
• Experience performing stormwater construction, post-construction, and/or facility inspections
• Experience leading environmental compliance inspections, documenting, and communicating inspection results, and recommending corrective actions for noncompliance
• Experience reviewing design and construction drawings for compliance with local regulations and standard engineering practices
• Knowledge of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) Industrial Pretreatment Program. Experience issuing Industrial Pretreatment permits and licenses and inspecting distinct types of existing pretreatment systems is preferred
• Experience writing documentation and procedural materials for multiple audiences

Compensation: Typical salary range for this position is $60,000 to 75,000. Compensation for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience, and may be outside of the range shown. Compensation includes a comprehensive fringe-benefits package that consists of medical, vision, and dental insurance; holidays; paid leave; 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); continuing education; and professional societies. RESPEC is a 100% employee-owned company and employees are eligible for participation in the ESOP after a qualifying period.

Interviews: Interviews will be by appointment only.

Additional Information

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