Title: Regional Dam Safety Engineer - Warrenton

State Role Title: Architect/Engineer II

Hiring Range: $110,000 - $120,000

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Dept Conservation & Recreation

Location: Warrenton, Virginia

Agency Website: http://www.dcr.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

THE AGENCY

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is the state’s lead conservation agency, and it takes a diverse agency to work for a diverse commonwealth. DCR protects what people care about – access to the outdoors, natural habitats, open spaces, clean water, and safe infrastructure. We manage 43 Virginia State Parks, which has thousands of campsites, hundreds of cabins, beaches, festivals, educational programs, more than 500 miles of trails … the list goes on. If you’re someone who wants to love what you do and make a difference, DCR is the place for you!

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation offers paid leave; 12 paid holidays; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan); and is a federally recognized Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer.

THE DIVISION

The Division of Dam Safety at DCR is looking for the best and the brightest the Commonwealth has to offer! The Division of Dam Safety has an award-winning team and data tracking system that positions the division as a leader in dam safety. Dam Safety staff work to provide for proper and safe design, construction, operation, and maintenance of dams to protect public safety. Dam Safety offers technical assistance and community education, coordinate with other state and federal agencies, and receive and provide grant funding through federal and state sources.

The Division of Dam Safety has a mission to protect the lives and property of the Commonwealth’s citizens through the implementation and administration of Virginia Dam Safety Act (§ 10.1-604 et seq.) and Impounding Structure Regulations (4VAC50-20).

THE OPPORTUNITY

This position provides regulatory reviews, support, and assistance to dam owners and consulting engineers using sound engineering principles to ensure compliance with regulations. This position, stationed in Warrenton, Virginia, will serve the northern areas of Virginia. In the role, the selected candidate will:

• Fulfill the agency’s mission to protect lives and property.
• Participate in public engagement with state, local, federal, and community partners and is a critical team player in the delivery of relevant training, technical assistance, outreach, and education awareness messaging across the Commonwealth.
• Conduct and review safety inspections, issue operation and maintenance certificates and permits, monitor construction and alteration activities, and ensure technical documents meet regulatory standards in accordance with Code of Virginia.

The incumbent of this position may also staff an emergency operations center in Virginia during emergencies and will participate in dam-related emergency drills and exercises.

Telework options are available.

Minimum Qualifications

• Extensive experience with, and considerable knowledge and implementation of engineering principles of hydrology, hydraulics, soils, foundations, dam design, construction and maintenance, and the development and review of dam breach parameters.
• Considerable knowledge and understanding of the Dam Safety Laws and Impounding Structure Regulations.
• Experience communicating effectively, both orally and in writing, by articulating technical and regulatory issues when providing customer service/technical assistance, delivering training, reviewing and completing technical documents and reports, and maintaining regulatory documents.
• Considerable experience making sound engineering decisions and providing factual and sound engineering advice.
• Extensive experience with GIS, word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation systems/software.
• Degree in civil engineering, agricultural engineering, related engineering disciplines or a combination of education/training and experience to provide the needed knowledge and abilities in those fields.
• Possess a current Virginia Professional Engineer's (PE) License, or a current PE License issued by another state's licensing board with the ability to obtain a Virginia PE License within six (6) months of hire.

Additional Considerations

• Experience working with state or federal dam safety agencies as an employee or consultant.
• Experience working for a dam operator in an engineering role.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

As a condition of employment, this position requires a valid Virginia Professional Engineer's (PE) License at hire, or ability to obtain one within six (6) months of hire. Failure to obtain may result in termination, or reassignment subject to vacancy.

A valid State Driver's License is required to operate a state vehicle or if operating a personal vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the agency.

DCR is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and the highest ideals of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that our greatest strength lies in the individual differences, experiences, and skillsets that our employees bring to the table. Because of this, we strongly encourage applications from all walks of life, and we welcome all contributions in terms of age, beliefs, color, culture, disability, education, ethnicity, gender identity/expression, language, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and veteran’s status.

Selected candidate(s) will need to complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DCR participates in E-Verify.

Submission of an online application is required for this position. DCR does not accept applications, resumes, cover letters, etc. for this vacancy in any other format. When applying for jobs, please ensure your online application or resume is complete with duties and skills associated with your work experience.

Minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TT

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In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.