Salary : $108,325.44 - $162,488.16 Annually
Location : Seattle Municipal Tower, 700 5th Ave., Seattle, WA
Job Type: Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Seattle Public Utilities
Division: Drainage and Wastewater Line of Business
Opening Date: 07/01/2026
Closing Date: 8/4/2026 4:00 PM Pacific

Position Description
Are you passionate about protecting the environment and making a lasting impact in one of the nation's most innovative cities? Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is seeking an experienced and collaborative Municipal Stormwater Permit Manager to provide strategic leadership and support in the development & implementation of Seattle's NPDES (National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System) Phase I Municipal Stormwater Permit, while supporting other regulatory and water quality-related work at SPU focused on protecting and enhancing the environment.

In this highly visible role, you'll work across City departments to drive regulatory compliance, influence environmental policy and strategy, and advance initiatives that protect and enhance Seattle's waterways. This position is the lead for interpreting Permit requirements, supporting other departments in complying with the Permit, compiling and writing the Annual Report, highlighting successes and elevating challenges associated with the Permit, and coordinating and maintaining a positive relationship with the Department of Ecology and other regulatory agencies.

Job Responsibilities
• Lead for tracking and reporting permit requirements in coordination with the City's Capital Departments
• City lead and liaison with Department of Ecology on municipal stormwater permit requirements
• Provide technical expertise, guidance, training, and resources to City staff and work groups to understand permit requirements, ensure accurate information collection and implementation of stormwater BMPs
• Update and track implementation of the City's Stormwater Management Program (SWMP) Plan
• Ensure successful roll-out of Permit requirements in the City's MS4 areas located both inside and outside of the City limits
• Provide strategic leadership for the development, implementation, and integration of water quality and stormwater regulations while tracking emerging regulatory issues and supporting key initiatives
• Serve as the technical expert in one or more areas of stormwater management, including source control, structural stormwater treatment, system operations and maintenance, basin planning, or related water quality programs
• Lead or support water quality and stormwater Policy development

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications
Experience: Three (3) years of experience in the strategic development and/or implementation of stormwater regulations and/or stormwater management programs or related field

Education: Bachelor's degree in environmental science, planning, policy or engineering or related field

or

Five (5) years of relevant experience may be substituted if applicant does not have a degree

License: Valid Washington State Driver License to operate city vehicle to satellite offices

Additional Information:

The ideal candidate will possess some combination of the following desired qualifications:

Policy/Regulatory

• Experience in the development and/or implementation of municipal stormwater regulations and/or stormwater management programs for environmental benefits
• Proven ability to work with regulatory agencies to interpret regulations and negotiate activities/conditions to comply with regulatory requirements
• Working knowledge of Clean Water Act related regulations including other NPDES permits and water quality standards. Experience in the development and implementation of Total Maximum Daily Loads, preferably in an urban environment
• Working knowledge of Superfund and Model Toxics Control Act regulations, and state sediment management standards

Program/Project Management

• Strong project management skills with a proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and effectively coordinate the work of internal staff and external consultants
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills; proven ability to draft technical documents and clearly present complex topics to technical and non-technical stakeholders, management, and the public

Technical

• Expertise in one or more of the following areas: pollutant source control, structural stormwater treatment, stormwater system maintenance, receiving water quality and beneficial uses, basin planning, or other water quality related expertise
• Ability to use GIS applications in support of environmental evaluations
• Experience evaluating water quality information and developing cost-effective solutions to complex environmental problems

Additional Information
Workplace Schedule/Environment:

• This position will be required to work in the office two (2) days per week, individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor
• Work is performed both in an office environment and in a public setting

Who may apply: The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

The pay range for this position is $51.88 - $77.82 per hour ($108,325.44 - $162,488.16 per year)
Recruiter Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Kiernan Landon at

Benefits: The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at:
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.

More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: