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CITY OF IOWA CITY – JOB DESCRIPTION
Posi�on Title: Storm Water Specialist
Department: Public Works
Division: Engineering
Supervisor: City Engineer
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Civil Service: Yes
Pay Grade: 12
Job Number: 1218
Job Summary
Under general direc�on, administers storm water construc�on site runoff, illicit discharge and
storm water management facility inspec�on programs for the City’s Municipal Separate Storm
Sewer System (MS4).
Essen�al Job Du�es and Responsibili�es
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive
or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
• Administers the City’s MS4 permit ac�vi�es; coordinates with the Iowa Department of
Natural Resources (DNR), as needed, to ensure permit requirements are met.
• Compiles data on City-wide ac�vi�es that support Na�onal Pollutant Discharge
Elimina�on System (NPDES) MS4 compliance.
• Administers the Construc�on Site Runoff (CSR) permit program for the Engineering
Division, and enforces a construc�on site storm water runoff control ordinance that
reduces pollutants in storm water runoff from construc�on ac�vi�es.
• Reviews construc�on site storm water pollu�on preven�on plans; performs and
documents construc�on site storm water pollu�on preven�on inspec�ons and
compliance.
• Manages the City’s Stormwater Best Management Prac�ces Cost Share programs.
• Enforces an illicit discharge detec�on and elimina�on ordinance that prohibits non-
storm water discharges into the MS4.
• Inves�gates, responds to and documents illicit discharges into the MS4.
• Performs and documents dry weather inspec�on of the MS4 components.
• Assesses condi�on of exis�ng storm water management facili�es, including pipes,
deten�on basins, streams, drainage easements and storm water quality best
management prac�ces.
• Reviews non-compliance issues and recommends solu�ons to various stakeholders.
• Communicates Public Works policies, regula�ons and procedures to the public and City
staff; responds to iden�fied problems or refers to appropriate staff members.
• Assists with ordinance research and development.
• Responds to complaints and informa�on requests from the public.
• Iden�fies and pursues outside funding sources for storm water quality projects.
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• Acts as volunteer coordinator by working with outside agencies such as the University
for department emergency response to disasters and on-going community service
projects; leads and directs volunteers in their project assignments.
• Organizes and maintains u�lity records related to storm water infrastructure and
facili�es.
• Meets, educates and coordinates with contractors, engineers, and the public regarding
work related to storm water infrastructure and facili�es, organizes clean up and
restora�on projects.
• Iden�fies non-compliance issues associated with specifica�ons and the inspected
construc�on areas and informs appropriate par�es of lack of compliance with City
standards.
• Manages temporary hourly employees assigned to assist with storm water-related tasks
and NPDES MS4 compliance.
• Coordinates regular tes�ng of streams and City-owned ponds.
• Conducts self in a manner which promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity in the
workplace and community.
• Performs other du�es as assigned.
Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution; or four years of related
experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Degree in
Environmental Science, Engineering or related. Experience coordinating NPDES MS4
compliance activities.
• Certification as a State of Iowa Certified Construction Site Pollution Prevention Inspector
(ICCSPPI), or the ability to obtain certification within one year of employment. Valid
State of Iowa driver's license with sa�sfactory driving record. Must be 18 years of age.
Must pass criminal background check.
Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution and one year of related
experience; or five years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of
education and experience.
• Certified Professional in Erosion & Sediment Control (CPESC) or other related
certification(s).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abili�es
• Ability to apply concepts such as frac�ons, percentages, ra�os, and propor�ons to
prac�cal situa�ons.
• Ability to atend work regularly.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to effec�vely present informa�on and respond to ques�ons from groups of
managers, City staff, and the general public.
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• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instruc�ons in mathema�cal or
diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Ability to make decisions in stressful situa�ons and communicate effec�vely.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifica�ons, blueprints, easement documents,
engineering reports, design manuals and contract documents.
• Ability to reliably and predictably carry out du�es.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from the general public customers,
regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to work with mathema�cal concepts such as probability and sta�s�cal inference,
and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Knowledge of environmental regula�ons and permi�ng processes.
• Skill in technical wri�ng.
• Skill in using computers and applicable so�ware applica�ons (Microso� Office – Word,
Excel, Outlook) and various engineering design so�ware.
Supervision
Involves leadership role such as regularly guiding, training, and providing direction to
temporary/hourly, seasonal, or work-study staff in completing basic, entry-level daily tasks and
assignments. Does not carry out disciplinary action, does not hire or fire, is not responsible for
writing or delivering performance review.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential duties and responsibilities.
While performing the du�es of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use
hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally
required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee
regularly li�s and/or moves 25 pounds and will occasionally li� and/or move up to 50 pounds
with or without assistance. Specific vision abili�es required by this job include close vision,
distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth percep�on and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
duties and responsibilities.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving
mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock,
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vibration, and traffic hazards. The employee is regularly exposed to outside weather condition,
dampness, direct sunlight, dust, pollen, insect stings, and animals. The noise level in the work
environment is usually loud. Involves moderate exposure to dangerous situations. Involves
moderate exposure to stress due to the work environment and/or crisis situations.
Iowa City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities
Act as Amended, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with
disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential
accommodations with the employer.
Reviewed/Approved by: Ron Knoche, Public Works Director (4/2024)
I have read and understand the duties and requirements of this job description, and I
agree that I can perform the duties of this position with or without reasonable
accommodation.
Employee Date
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