Employment Type: Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Vacancy ID: NF0008467

Position Summary/Description:

The Stormwater Supervisor position provides engineering for the planning, design, review, construction observation, and operation and maintenance of the University’s stormwater and non-potable water systems. The work is driven by infrastructure needs, sustainability, and regulatory requirements – notably the University’s NPDES MS4 Permit and the Jordan Lake Nutrient Strategy.

This position is responsible for the following:

Review construction plans for compliance with UNC stormwater and non-potable design standards.

Observe construction of stormwater control measures and drainage infrastructure at critical points to assure compliance with approved plans.

Manage stormwater and non-potable water repair and retrofit projects.

Assume responsibility for either the non-potable water or the stormwater utility. Duties include (1) developing the annual budget, (2) identifying, prioritizing, and managing repair and retrofit projects, (3) long-range planning, and (4) working with other UNC staff to troubleshoot problems and ensure proper inspection and operation, and maintenance of the system.

Review and revise stormwater and non-potable design guidelines, as well as policies and procedures, to adapt to changes in regulatory requirements and projected needs on campus.

Support stormwater and non-potable water master planning.

Respond to drainage complaints. Troubleshoot problems in stormwater and non-potable water systems to assure superior service to campus customers.

Update GIS data as needed.

Coordinate with town stormwater staff.

Oversee the water chemical treatment programs for the cogeneration and chilled water facilities on campus. The water resources group within UNC Chapel Hill Energy Services manages the stormwater and non-potable Water utilities and is the primary university liaison with the Orange Water and Sewer Authority ( OWASA ), the local provider of public water and sewer services.

Education and Experience:

Experience in civil engineering site and utility design.

Understanding of engineering concepts involved in the design, review, construction and maintenance of water distribution systems and wastewater collection systems.

Working knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS software and geodatabase editing.

Experience developing hydrologic and hydraulic models for systems of various scales. *Experience with construction observation and/or post-construction inspections.

Essential Skills:

Understanding of engineering concepts involved in the design, review, construction, and maintenance of stormwater control measures, storm drain systems, and/or water distribution systems.

Ability to review construction drawings, specifications, and design reports and make recommendations based on established standards, guidelines, and regulations.

Experience managing small to moderately complex projects or program elements.

Experience researching and analyzing information to make engineering decisions.

Demonstrated ability to write clear, concise technical reports.

Demonstrated ability to communicate engineering information to maintenance staff, construction supervisors, architects, consulting engineers, and the public.

Ability to organize information for use by other employees.

Knowledge of stormwater regulations.

*Valid NC Driver’s License.

AA/EEO Statement:

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.