IPDES PERMIT WRITER Posting Begin Date: 2025/01/07 Posting End Date: 2025/01/21 Category: Environmental Services Sub Category: Natural Resources Work Type: Full Time Location: Boise, ID, United States Minimum Salary: 29.75 Maximum Salary: 33.71 Pay Rate Type: Hourly Description State of Idaho Opportunity Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MDT on the posting end date. State of Idaho Employees: When searching for a new career within the state, browse and apply through Luma Opportunities. Applying through the State External Career website will cause duplicate profiles and will slow the processing of your application for a new job. Internal candidates should always use Luma Opportunities. This position may be eligible for a moving/relocation reimbursement. Moving bonus criteria must be met in accordance with the State of Idaho Moving Policy. This position may be eligible for hybrid telecommuting in accordance with the Statewide Telecommuting Policy (https://dhr.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/TelecommutingResources/Section7\_Telecommuting\_Policy.pdf) . Telecommuting may be subject to successful completion of probation. Position: The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is hiring an Idaho Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Program (IPDES) Permit Writer - Analyst 3 for the Surface & Wastewater Division at the State Office located in Boise, Idaho.Join Our Team and Make a Difference! Are you passionate about protecting the environment and looking for a rewarding career with diverse opportunities? This position offers a unique chance to work with a variety of industries, including construction stormwater, industrial stormwater, pesticide management, small suction dredging, hydroelectric facilities, and more. As part of our team, you’ll gain hands-on experience across these sectors while playing a vital role in safeguarding Idaho’s waters. You'll collaborate with a group of dedicated professionals who value teamwork, innovation, and environmental stewardship. If you’re looking for a career where you can grow, make an impact, and contribute to meaningful work, we want to hear from you! Salary Range: $29.75 - $33.71 Responsibilities: Primary Responsibilities: + Draft and review IPDES general permits, fact sheets, and permit modifications. + Process Notices of Intent (NOIs), Change NOIs, and Notices of Termination. + Respond to public comments and permit interpretation questions. + Collaborate with internal teams, external agencies, and the attorney general's office on permits and appeals. + Maintain and update permits, standard operating procedures, and program documents. + Support data management efforts and streamline processes with EPA and internal teams. + Identify opportunities to improve customer service and program efficiency. Minimum Qualifications: Possession of a bachelor's degree in the physical or biological sciences, political science, business or public administration, engineering, or related natural resources management fieldORany combination of education and/or experience equivalent to a typical four (4) year bachelor's degree. For example: Successful completion of sixty (60) semester hours of study, including twenty four (24) semester hours in a subject required for the specific discipline, is equivalent to two (2) years of undergraduate education; and/or experience performing routine duties in completing multiple tasks such as policy research, data collection, interpretation, analysis and preparation of reports and written documents for at least two (2) years can substitute for one (1) year of college. AND At least four (4) years' experience managing and implementing, projects or component(s) of programs that are environmental, regulatory, or administrative in nature, where you were required to routinely perform program or project planning; provide technical assistance to staff, special interest groups and the public; and provide policy and/or regulatory interpretation and/or development. OR Possession of a master's degree in any of the above fieldsAND at least two (2) years' professional experience managing and implementing or overseeing projects or component(s) of programs that are environmental in nature, where you were required to routinely perform program or project planning; provide technical assistance to staff, special interest groups and the public; and provide policy and/or regulatory interpretation and/or development. Desired Specialty Minimum Qualification A college degree in engineering, physics, chemistry, biology, environmental science, or a closely related field;ANDone (1) year of full-time work experience with: a governmental regulatory agency developing, or determining compliance with, water quality permits for municipal or industrial (production, construction, mining) sources;ORA consulting firm or contractor with primary responsibility for preparing water quality permit applications and supporting documentation;OREnsuring compliance with water quality permit conditions at municipal or industrial sources,OROperations subject to water quality general permit conditions. Physical Requirements: • Ability to sit and work on a computer for 2-4 hours at a time. • Ability to bend and reach for filing purposes. • Some periods of heavy reading and typing are required. • Ability to lift 30 pounds when working with file boxes. • Ability to climb ladders, staircases, work on uneven terrain. • Ability to work in adverse or inclement weather. • Ability to work in extreme hot or cold temperatures both outside and inside. • May work in the vicinity of loud noise. • May come into contact with hazardous waste/materials. Other Requirements: + Valid driver’s license + May be required to travel and stay overnight in remote areas. Benefits: The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html. EEO/ADA/Veteran: The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email[email protected]. Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations. About Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ): DEQ is a state department created by the Idaho Environmental Protection and Health Act to ensure clean air, water, and land in the state and protect Idaho citizens from the adverse health impacts of pollution. As a regulatory agency, DEQ enforces various state environmental regulations and administers a number of federal environmental protection laws including the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. The agency is committed to working in partnership with local communities, businesses, and citizens to identify and implement cost-effective environmental solutions. The Department of Environmental Quality may conduct verification of the information provided in your application, including validation of driver's license status, education, employment, and criminal history. Omission and/or falsification of information provided in your application will result in your removal from consideration for employment, appointment, or promotion. To protect human health and the quality of Idaho's air, land, and water. www.deq.idaho.gov If you have questions, please contact us at: Email: [email protected] Phone: (208) 373-0333