City Of New York

Program Manager for Stormwater Permitting

City Of New York$80K — $95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Valid New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect.
  • Master's degree in landscape architecture from an accredited institution and three years of full-time experience, or four years of experience without a master's degree.
  • Experience as a major contributor or project leader on complex projects for promotional levels II and III requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Manage Stormwater Permitting Unit and represent the team at internal and external meetings.
  • Oversee tracking and enhancement of SWPPP applications for Capital Projects Division.
  • Prepare and submit in-house design SWPPP applications in collaboration with engineering divisions.
  • Review all stormwater permit applications from in-house and consultants promptly.
  • Update and create design guidelines for stormwater capture with input from various stakeholders.
  • Prepare reports to identify trends in stormwater permit approvals.
  • Recommend improvements to the permitting process and execute these changes within the Division.
  • Assist other teams with SWPPP queries and support construction during closeout.
  • Lead or assist with sustainability initiatives within Capital Projects Division as directed.

Benefits

  • Generous health insurance options.
  • Pension and retirement benefits.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Supportive work environment for sustainability initiatives.
  • Potential for career advancement in public service.
Full Job Description
Major Responsibilities - Reporting to the Director of Landscape Architecture Design Resources, manage Stormwater Permitting Unit and represent the team at meetings within the Capital Projects Division and with other agencies. - Oversee Agency efforts to track and improve Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) applications for the Capital Projects Division. - In coordination with the unit, Stormwater Design Engineer and Civil Engineering Division, prepare, sign, and stamp in-house design SWPPP applications for submittal and approval as needed. - Assist in the timely review of all in-house and consultant led stormwater permit applications for the Capital Projects Division. - Create and/or update design guidelines for stormwater capture, working with other divisions and agencies as needed. - Prepare reports identifying permitting trends and patterns in stormwater permit approvals. - Recommend potential improvements and reforms to the permitting process and implement these procedures within the Division. - Provide basic Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) assistance to other teams and divisions within Parks and design consultants working for the Agency. - Respond to questions/inquiries from the Construction Division to support Construction Division during construction and closeout. - Work with the Director of Landscape Architect Resources to lead and/or assist with other Capital Projects Division sustainability initiatives as requested. Work Location: Olmsted Center, Queens How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 794105. All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications. *Current City Employees please include your ERN on your cover letter and resume. NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. References will be required upon request. nyc.gov/parks MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW. For information about applying for Civil Service Exams go to: Civil Service Exams - Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov) LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT - 21315 Qualifications 1. A valid New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect and a master's degree in landscape architecture from an accredited college or university and three (3) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in landscape architectural work; or NOTE: Current New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect must be maintained for the duration of your employment. The college or university must be accredited by regional, national, professional, or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). 2. A valid New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect and four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in landscape architectural work. NOTE: Current New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect must be maintained for the duration of your employment. 1. A valid New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect and a master's degree in landscape architecture from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council of Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and three (3) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in landscape architectural work; or NOTE: Current New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect must be maintained for the duration of your employment. 2. A valid New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect; and four (4) years full-time, satisfactory experience in landscape architectural work. NOTE: Current New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect must be maintained for the duration of your employment. SPECIAL NOTE: In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project. 1. A valid New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect; and a master's degree in landscape architecture from an accredited college or university and three (3) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in landscape architectural work; or NOTE: Current New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect must be maintained for the duration of your employment. The college or university must be accredited by regional, national, professional, or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). 2. A valid New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect; and four (4) years full-time, satisfactory experience in landscape architectural work. NOTE: Current New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect must be maintained for the duration of your employment. SPECIAL NOTE: In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project. Additional Information

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