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Clayton, North Carolina

Stormwater Engineer

Clayton, North Carolina, Clayton, North Carolina, United States, 27520

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Salary Grade : SG 410 |

Recruitment Range

Starting at: $77,566.00 |

Salary offered

will be determined based on directly related experience.

Work Location : Town Hall Clayton, NC (Johnston County).

The Town of Clayton is seeking applicants for a

Stormwater Engineer

for the

Engineering Department . The Town of Clayton employs more than 340 full‑time staff in areas including police, fire, and electric utilities. The Town of Clayton also offers a range of part‑time positions in Parks & Rec, Library, and Cultural Arts. The Town of Clayton is the fastest growing town in Johnston County, which is the fastest growing county in the state of North Carolina. The vision for the Town of Clayton includes a thriving town where growth contributes to the quality of life enjoyed by long‑time residents and newcomers alike; easy access but with an atmosphere that feels smaller than it is; a system of parks and greenways that connect people and places; neighborhoods with a variety of quality living options; a town that offers opportunities for people to live, create, shop and eat; a bustling and historic downtown, and businesses that are successful, growing, and investing in the community.

Responsibilities

Reviews construction drawings and calculations for compliance with Town stormwater standards, erosion and sediment control standards and NPDES Phase II permit; prepares conditions of plan approval and negotiates directly with design engineers and other design professionals to provide an acceptable design.

Conducts field inspections duties to ensure compliance with the Town's environmental regulations.

Manages and implements the Town's NPDES Phase II Stormwater Permit under the supervision of the Town Engineer.

Manages and implements the Town’s erosion and sediment control program under the supervision of the Town Engineer.

Coordinates compliance with flood damage prevention regulations. Implements the Town's illegal discharge detection and elimination program.

Performs dry‑weather flow and water‑quality field sampling as needed. Investigates citizen complaints and concerns regarding erosion, drainage, flooding, etc. in a timely manner.

Researches and purchases spill prevention materials for town facilities and vehicles and ensures installation and training.

Assists with an annual education program available to all Town employees, citizens and surrounding communities.

Works with citizens, businesses, new personnel, staff and internal service providers on a variety of customer service issues related to stormwater management; responds to citizen requests for stormwater information.

Prepares and maintains detailed records and files.

Assists in preparing annual reports of compliance for NCDEQ.

Coordinates project approvals with various State and Town agencies.

Coordinates field activities and design changes with the consultants and contractors.

Reviews easement documents.

Assists in preparation of bid documents and manages the bid process for stormwater rehabilitation and capital projects as assigned.

Performs construction observation for stormwater projects.

Performs design calculations, analysis and formulates ideas for addressing civil engineering problems.

Provides design and construction observations for projects such as storm sewer line replacement and extension and stormwater facility conversions and retrofits.

Reviews requests for deviation from the Town of Clayton design manual and submits information and recommendations.

Keeps abreast of legislative actions that may affect the implementation of the stormwater program.

Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications

Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering as applied to land development.

Thorough knowledge of stormwater systems and design.

Thorough knowledge of the rules and regulations related to stormwater.

Thorough knowledge of terminology, practices and techniques of erosion control design and field construction.

Ability to work with GIS mapping and perform data analysis.

Ability to inspect projects for compliance with ordinance and code provisions.

Ability to perform difficult engineering computations and to make comprehensive recommendations on engineering problems.

Ability to design facilities.

Ability to manage engineering projects.

Ability to present technical information and communicate ideas effectively both orally and in writing.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with officials, associates, land developers, property owners and the general public.

Education required : Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Biological Engineering, or a related engineering field from an ABET‑accredited institution. Engineering Intern (EI/EIT) required.

Experience required : 0–4 years.

OR

Depending on the position, the Town may consider an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth by law or regulation.

Application Process SUBMIT OFFICIAL APPLICATION USING THE TOWN'S CAREER WEBSITE

https://www.townofclaytonnc.org/

If you have technical issues submitting your application, please call the NEOGOV (governmentjobs.com) Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact the Human Resources Office. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. To check the status of your application, please log on to your NEOGOV account and click “Application Status”.

It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application. Normal processing time for applications is 30-45 days from the closing date of the posting.

To obtain veterans preference, you must scan and upload a copy of your DD-214 or discharge orders. Degrees must be accredited by the U.S. Department of Education. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit.

Attached or incorporated resumes (including Text Resume’s online application) WILL NOT be used for screening for qualifying credit. “See Resume” or “See Attachment” WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completing an online application form. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. Effective October 1, 2025, in accordance with North Carolina state law, all applicants for positions that involve working with children in any capacity are required to undergo criminal history record checks conducted by the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI). Credit and motor checks are required for some administrative, finance and operational positions. Applicants will be required to take and pass a pre‑employment drug and alcohol screen once they are verbally given a conditional offer of employment. Depending on the position, employees may be subject to random drug and alcohol screens throughout their employment.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

Benefits : The Town of Clayton offers many benefits including a retirement pension plan, 401(k) membership, paid vacation, sick and holiday leave, state health plan, and various other benefits. Benefits information can be found at https://www.townofclaytonnc.org/251/Benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer . Hiring salary will not exceed hiring pay range unless approved by the Town Manager.

Applications may be reviewed to determine if applicants education and experience is more applicable to other vacant positions within the Town.

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