Regional Dam Safety Engineer - South Central Virginia

Title: Regional Dam Safety Engineer South Central Virginia

State Role Title: Architect/Engineer II

Hiring Range: $10500 $115000

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Dept Conservation & Recreation

Location: South Central Virginia

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Recruitment Type: General Public G

Job Duties

THE AGENCY

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is the states lead conservation agency and it takes a diverse agency to work for a diverse commonwealth. DCR protects what people care about access to the outdoors natural habitats open spaces clean water and safe infrastructure. We manage 43 Virginia State Parks which has thousands of campsites hundreds of cabins beaches festivals educational programs more than 500 miles of trails the list goes on. If youre someone who wants to love what you do and make a difference DCR is the place for you!

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation offers paid leave; 12 paid holidays; medical dental vision and life insurance; retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan); and is a federally recognized Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer.

THE DIVISION

The Division of Dam Safety at DCR is looking for the best and the brightest the Commonwealth has to offer! The Division of Dam Safety has an awardwinning team and data tracking system that positions the division as a leader in dam safety. Dam Safety staff work to provide for proper and safe design construction operation and maintenance of dams to protect public safety. Dam Safety offers technical assistance and community education coordinate with other state and federal agencies and receive and provide grant funding through federal and state sources.

The Division of Dam Safety has a mission to protect the lives and property of the Commonwealths citizens through the implementation and administration of Virginia Dam Safety Act 10.1604 et seq. and Impounding Structure Regulations 4VAC5020.

THE OPPORTUNITY

This position provides regulatory reviews support and assistance to dam owners and consulting engineers using sound engineering principles to ensure compliance with regulations. This position stationed in South Central Virginia will serve the northern areas of Virginia. In the role the selected candidate will:

• Fulfill the agencys mission to protect lives and property.
• Participate in public engagement with state local federal and community partners and is a critical team player in the delivery of relevant training technical assistance outreach and education awareness messaging across the Commonwealth.
• Conduct and review safety inspections issue operation and maintenance certificates and permits monitor construction and alteration activities and ensure technical documents meet regulatory standards in accordance with Code of Virginia.

This incumbent of this position may also staff an emergency operations center in Richmond Virginia during emergencies and will participate in damrelated emergency drills and exercises.

Telework options are available.

Minimum Qualifications

• Extensive experience with and considerable knowledge and implementation of engineering principles of hydrology hydraulics soils foundations dam design construction and maintenance and the development and review of dam breach parameters.
• Considerable knowledge and understanding of the Dam Safety Laws and Impounding Structure Regulations.
• Experience communicating effectively both orally and in writing by articulating technical and regulatory issues when providing customer service/technical assistance delivering training reviewing and completing technical documents and reports and maintaining regulatory documents.
• Considerable experience making sound engineering decisions and providing factual and sound engineering advice.
• Extensive experience with GIS word processing spreadsheet database and presentation systems/software.
• Degree in civil engineering agricultural engineering related engineering disciplines or a combination of education/training and experience to provide the needed knowledge and abilities in those fields.
• Possess a current Virginia Professional Engineers (PE) License or a current PE License issued by another states licensing board with the ability to obtain a Virginia PE License within six 6 months of hire.

Additional Considerations

• Experience working with state or federal dam safety agencies as an employee or consultant.
• Experience working for a dam operator in an engineering role.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

As a condition of employment this position requires a valid Virginia Professional Engineers (PE) License at hire or ability to obtain one within six 6 months of hire. Failure to obtain may result in termination or reassignment subject to vacancy.

A valid State Drivers License is required to operate a state vehicle or if operating a personal vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the agency.

Selected candidate(s) will need to complete the I9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DCR participates in EVerify.

Submission of an online application is required for this position. DCR does not accept applications resumes cover letters etc. for this vacancy in any other format. When applying for jobs please ensure your online application or resume is complete with duties and skills associated with your work experience.

Minorities individuals with disabilities veterans and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TT

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In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). ServiceConnected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022 February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.