Coordinator (SWPPP)

Job Description Hours: Full-Time - 35 Hours Work Location: 30-30 Thomson Ave, LIC, Queens 11101 and DEP 59-17 Junction Blvd, Queens NY 11368 Only candidates who are permanent in the Administrative Engineer title or those who are reachable on the DDC promotional list (exam #1506), or the open-competitive list (exam #1122) may apply. Please indicate a copy of your Notice of Result card or indicate if you are already permanent in the title. If you do not meet the previously mentioned civil service criteria, you will not be considered for an interview. The NYC Department of Design and Construction (DDC), Division of Infrastructure, seeks a Coordinator (SWPPP). The selected candidate will assist DDC teams in navigating DEP's review and approval of permit applications. Key responsibilities include providing critical technical assistance and decision support on various projects; supplying clear information about status and requirements for project approvals including but not limited to all facets of compliance with the unified storm water rule. DDC projects impacted by Unified Storm Water Rule (USWR) will require coordination with DEP's Bureau of Environmental Planning and Analysis. DEP's Stormwater Permitting Section is responsible for implementing 15 RCNY Chapter 19.1 and the construction/post-construction requirements of the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System permit issued to the City by NYS Department of Environmental Conservation. Professional engineers, registered landscape architects and other professionals that have knowledge in design and implementation of designs for the prevention of pollution related to stormwater runoff prepare and submit stormwater pollution prevention plans. Under the updated MS4 Permit, the City has reduced the soil disturbance threshold of projects requiring reviewing and approval in the MS4 areas to 20,000 square feet. In addition, the City will enforce the same rules in the combined sewer service area in an effort to reduce the occurrence of combined sewer overflows. That addition with the MS4 area reduction is expected to increase the number of applications. Under general supervision, the selected candidate will aid DDC project teams in navigating DEP's filing pathways, reviewing, and approving of permit applications and ensuring timely receipt of permits. The Coordinator (SWPPP) will also be responsible for reviewing, approving, and disapproving Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs). Adequately reviewing plans requires a working knowledge of hydrology, hydraulics, soils, and practices designed to prevent pollution of stormwater runoff. Tasks include: performing mathematical calculations; examining and overseeing the inspection of as-built plans submitted by applicants to show conformance with rules; reviewing maps, plans, drawings, and specifications for the construction, demolition or alteration of structures in connection with the issuance of pertinent New York City Stormwater Construction Permit and Stormwater Maintenance Permit and Compliance with the provision of law, rules, or regulations; preparing associated reports and correspondence, and maintaining records; and performing other related work. In addition, the selected candidate will conduct and attend meetings as requested by DDC with project teams to provide updates on project reviews, discuss active DDC portfolio, and filing strategies. Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. NYC Department of Design and Construction does not provide sponsorship for international employees for visa applications, extensions or status changes, including STEM/OPT visas. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all qualifying requirements for this position, at the time of application. All applicants, including City Employees: Please go to NYC Government Jobs Explore Careers City of New York, go to Search for Open Jobs, and type in the Job ID # listed above. Submit job application as prompted. Do not apply via Employee Self-Service (ESS), e-mail, mail, or fax your resume to DDC directly. Qualifications A valid New York State License as a Professional Engineer. Six (6) years of full-time satisfactory experience in chemical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, environmental engineering, mechanical engineering, or plan examining work, at least two (2) years of which must have been in an executive, managerial, or administrative capacity. Additional Information The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

Created: 2024-11-02