County of Riverside
Flood Control Division Chief
County of Riverside, Riverside, California, United States, 92504
Overview
The Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District (District) seeks a Flood Control Division Chief. This position will be based in Riverside and will play a crucial role in our Watershed Protection Division. The Flood Control Division Chief is an advanced level manager classification reporting to an Assistant Chief Engineer and is part of the 15-member management team. This role coordinates operations, programs, duties, policies, practices, and procedures through the management of staff within the Watershed Protection Division. The Watershed Protection Division Manager ensures the District’s compliance with environmental laws and regulations governing the construction, operation, and maintenance of stormwater management infrastructure. Responsibilities
Plan, organize, direct, evaluate, and coordinate the work of the Watershed Protection Division to ensure compliance with environmental laws and regulations governing the construction, operation, and maintenance of stormwater management infrastructure. Represent the District at technical advisory committees, stakeholder meetings, water quality task forces, and public forums, offering subject matter expertise and facilitating discussions. Drive rulemaking processes and negotiations for NPDES permit adoption, water quality objectives, and Basin Plan updates. Interpret applicable laws and regulations; evaluate legislative changes and schedule major activities to ensure efficient use of personnel and equipment. Prepare or direct the preparation of technical reports and oral presentations on stormwater quality projects and programs to the Board of Supervisors, commissions, officials, the public, and staff; defend technical reports if needed. Coordinate work with other divisions and departments; represent the District at meetings, conferences, seminars, and in court. Negotiate and prepare contracts or agreements for District projects; may prepare bid specifications for purchase of specialized equipment. Direct the preparation of cost estimates and economic analyses. Prepare or supervise a variety of complex fiscal and management reports and correspondence; perform special studies as assigned by the Assistant Chief Flood Control Engineer, including periodic financial position reports. Qualifications
Education:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree, preferably in planning, environmental science, environmental engineering, geography, geology, biological resources, chemistry, hydrology, or a related field. Experience:
Five years of professional experience in an administrative or managerial capacity overseeing stormwater programs, including two years in a supervisory role. A master's degree in civil or environmental engineering, planning, environmental science, or related field may substitute for one year of the required non-supervisory experience. Other requirements: License/Certificate:
Possession of a valid California Driver's License. Knowledge:
Local, state, and federal environmental laws and regulations, including Clean Water Act Section 402, Porter-Cologne Act, Title 40 CFR, California Water Code, and other guidance related to NPDES Permitting, Waters of the U.S./Waters of the State, and Waste Discharge Requirements; basic principles of stormwater management; budgeting and financial management; and intergovernmental relations. Ability:
Plan, organize, direct, evaluate, and coordinate division work to ensure compliance; analyze complex problems and determine effective actions; supervise preparation of comprehensive studies and reports; make effective presentations and participate in meetings with agencies and the public; establish and maintain cooperative relationships. Open to All Applicants
This recruitment is open to all applicants. Questions
For questions regarding this recruitment, contact Vanessa Diaz Beaird at vdbeaird@rivco.org.
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The Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District (District) seeks a Flood Control Division Chief. This position will be based in Riverside and will play a crucial role in our Watershed Protection Division. The Flood Control Division Chief is an advanced level manager classification reporting to an Assistant Chief Engineer and is part of the 15-member management team. This role coordinates operations, programs, duties, policies, practices, and procedures through the management of staff within the Watershed Protection Division. The Watershed Protection Division Manager ensures the District’s compliance with environmental laws and regulations governing the construction, operation, and maintenance of stormwater management infrastructure. Responsibilities
Plan, organize, direct, evaluate, and coordinate the work of the Watershed Protection Division to ensure compliance with environmental laws and regulations governing the construction, operation, and maintenance of stormwater management infrastructure. Represent the District at technical advisory committees, stakeholder meetings, water quality task forces, and public forums, offering subject matter expertise and facilitating discussions. Drive rulemaking processes and negotiations for NPDES permit adoption, water quality objectives, and Basin Plan updates. Interpret applicable laws and regulations; evaluate legislative changes and schedule major activities to ensure efficient use of personnel and equipment. Prepare or direct the preparation of technical reports and oral presentations on stormwater quality projects and programs to the Board of Supervisors, commissions, officials, the public, and staff; defend technical reports if needed. Coordinate work with other divisions and departments; represent the District at meetings, conferences, seminars, and in court. Negotiate and prepare contracts or agreements for District projects; may prepare bid specifications for purchase of specialized equipment. Direct the preparation of cost estimates and economic analyses. Prepare or supervise a variety of complex fiscal and management reports and correspondence; perform special studies as assigned by the Assistant Chief Flood Control Engineer, including periodic financial position reports. Qualifications
Education:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree, preferably in planning, environmental science, environmental engineering, geography, geology, biological resources, chemistry, hydrology, or a related field. Experience:
Five years of professional experience in an administrative or managerial capacity overseeing stormwater programs, including two years in a supervisory role. A master's degree in civil or environmental engineering, planning, environmental science, or related field may substitute for one year of the required non-supervisory experience. Other requirements: License/Certificate:
Possession of a valid California Driver's License. Knowledge:
Local, state, and federal environmental laws and regulations, including Clean Water Act Section 402, Porter-Cologne Act, Title 40 CFR, California Water Code, and other guidance related to NPDES Permitting, Waters of the U.S./Waters of the State, and Waste Discharge Requirements; basic principles of stormwater management; budgeting and financial management; and intergovernmental relations. Ability:
Plan, organize, direct, evaluate, and coordinate division work to ensure compliance; analyze complex problems and determine effective actions; supervise preparation of comprehensive studies and reports; make effective presentations and participate in meetings with agencies and the public; establish and maintain cooperative relationships. Open to All Applicants
This recruitment is open to all applicants. Questions
For questions regarding this recruitment, contact Vanessa Diaz Beaird at vdbeaird@rivco.org.
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