Deadline: Wed, 05/17/2023 - 12:00pm Employer: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Job Field: Water and Soil Resources Other Job Type: Full Time Location: Wisconsin Location Detail: Rhinelander, Antigo, or Wausau Job Description: The 21st century is being called the century of water, with human and environmental health being impacted by water quality and quantity concerns worldwide. Join us to protect northern Wisconsin’s waters as a Wastewater Compliance Engineer with the Department of Natural Resources. You’ll work with a team of passionate and dedicated professionals to ensure municipal and industrial compliance with the Clean Water Act and state natural resources code, all while living in the beautiful Northwoods of Wisconsin! Great benefits and options for partial telework are included, and the position qualifies for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness program. This position will enforce state water pollution control laws; respond to complaints and emergencies related to permitted facilities; prepare wastewater discharge permits; and inspect and provide compliance assistance to municipalities and industries in the management of their wastewater collection and treatment facilities. This position will also be responsible for the inspection and monitoring of wastewater discharge permittees to assess the performance and compliance of municipal, industrial and pretreatment facilities with Wisconsin Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (WPDES) permits, administrative code requirements, state statutes and sound facility operation. Full position descriptions can be found on the Wisc.Jobs advertisement. Qualifications: Please make sure to describe at least one of the following minimum qualifications in your resume and/or letter of qualifications in order to be considered for this position: ~Registration as a Professional Engineer as determined by the Department of Safety and Professional Services per s. 443.04, Wis. Stats. ~A specific record, issued by the professional engineering section of the Department of Safety and Professional Services, showing 4 years or more of experience in engineering work of a character satisfactory to the professional engineering section and satisfactory completion of the fundamentals of engineering exam ~Graduated from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in a related engineering field such as electrical, mechanical, civil or environmental engineering ~Has equivalent professional training and practical experience so as to be deemed a professional engineer as defined in Department of Safety and Professional Services per s. 443.01, Wis. Stats. and also deemed to be qualified to engage in professional engineering practice as determined by the Department of Safety and Professional Services per s. 443.03, or 443.04, or 443.05, Wis. Stats. Employment will require the selected candidate to pass a background check. DNR does not sponsor work visas, thus, in compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire. All state employees must report their COVID vaccination status, whether vaccinated or not and provide supporting documentation if vaccinated. Newly hired employees will be required to submit this information within their first two weeks of employment. Salary: $56,160 to $86,802 based on classification Benefits: State of Wisconsin benefits include excellent health insurance options, ample leave time, a business casual office atmosphere, and an exceptional employee assistance program that offers a variety of programs and tools to help promote wellness. We offer a team-orientated atmosphere and a focus on work-life balance, flexible working schedules for most positions, and the ability to flex hours with supervisor approval. How to Apply: Apply at https://wj.wi.gov/6959 or by searching Wisc.Jobs for position number 6959. For questions regarding the application process, please contact Kris Dowse in Human Resources at Kristine.dowse@wisconsin.gov
