Construction Stormwater Program Coordinator
Description:
Salary: $29.73 - $52.56 Hourly
Location : Salt Lake County, UT
Job Type: Full Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 46135
Agency: 480 Department of Environmental Quality
Unit: 7780 DEQ WQ Permits
Opening Date: 08/25/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Recruiter: Coral Ortega
# of Openings: 1
Location: 195 North 1950 West, Salt Lake City, Utah
Schedule Code: B - Competitive Career Service - Employment in this position requires a probationary period.
Benefits: This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details.
EEO Statement: The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, dial 711 or TTY: .
Job Description
The Department of Environmental Quality is looking to fill an Environmental Scientist III position in the Division of Water Quality. This position may be filled at any of the advertised levels listed below. Salary depends on the job level offered within the series.
Principal Duties
Preparing UPDES permits
Conducting compliance evaluation inspections
Authoring inspections and audit reports, letters, technical reports and other science based communications
Conducting compliance assistance outreach and education
Maintaining permit databasesIdeal Candidate
The ideal candidate:
Has at least 5 years of experience working in an environmental field ideally including regulatory experience
Has knowledge of the Clean Water Act and the Utah Water Quality Act, NPDES/UPDES regulations and associated permits
Has experience with construction site stormwater management and erosion and sediment control
Is a good communicator, both verbally and written
Can manage multiple complex tasks
Can work independently as well as in a team environment
Is adaptable and can adjust to changing priorities
Can produce quality work and adhere to deadlinesPreferences
Preference may be given to candidate with the following:
A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a related engineering or science field. Preference may be given to those with a Master's Degree and/or Professional Engineer or Professional Geologist license.
OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and paid professional employment directly related to the above tasks.Job Series
The selected candidate for this position may be brought in as an Environmental Scientist II with a salary range of $29.73 - $44.66 per hour, an Environmental Scientist III with a salary range of $34.98 - $52.56 per hour or an Environmental Scientist IV with a salary range of $39.02 - $58.61.
Work Location
This position may be eligible for an in-office, remote or hybrid/flexible work schedule after several days of in-office training during your first weeks of employment. Our office is located 195 North 1950 West, Salt Lake City, Utah. A position's eligibility for remote work is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion at any time and for any reason. Note: Under Administrative Rule R13-4 all work must be performed within the State of Utah.
Why You Should Join Our Team
As a benefited employee of the Department of Environmental Quality, you will receive great health and retirement benefits. Click here to view a summary of the benefits we offer. We also provide generous paid time off so you can spend more time with your family and have a positive work-life balance.
The Agency
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Supplemental Information
Risks which require the use of special safety precautions and/or equipment, e.g., working around operating machines, working with contagious diseases or hazardous chemicals, etc.
Work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time.
Benefits:
The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click
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