Water Supply Planner

Hiring range: $59,754 - $84,913. Full-time, hybrid work schedule (in-office and telework) from the assigned work location in Virginia. A valid driver’s license is required to operate a state-owned or leased vehicle.

About the role

This position provides technical oversight and expertise to the Water Supply Planning Program, working as part of a team of water supply planners and data scientists to ensure statewide program effectiveness and consistency.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate reporting of statewide water use.
• Coordinate with other agency programs.
• Develop reports communicating current and future water supply and demands.
• Provide planning guidance and technical review of all local and/or regional planning documents necessary to manage the Commonwealth’s water resources.
• Assist localities in supplying information where deficiencies are identified in submitted programs, working with clients to resolve issues efficiently, openly, fairly, and consistently.
• Develop and deliver outreach materials and presentations to increase awareness of water resources needs and goals of the Water Supply Planning & Analysis program and Office of Water Supply.

Requirements

• Knowledge of Environmental Planning and Water Resource Development Project principles and practices, gained through education and/or work experience.
• Knowledge of Virginia and federal environmental law and regulations.
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities in project management and personal computer operations (including word processing, spreadsheets, and database management).
• Knowledge of hydrology and hydrogeology principles.
• Ability to express ideas and concepts clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to read, interpret, and properly apply complex environmental policies, guidelines, and regulations.
• Ability to manage competing tasks and projects with competing timelines.
• Combination of education or training with major coursework in environmental planning, civil or environmental engineering, water resources management, or natural sciences.

About Us

The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the primary environmental permitting agency in the Commonwealth of Virginia. It is responsible for administering laws and regulations related to air quality, water quality, water supply, renewable energy, and land protection. Through the dedication and work of over 800 employees across six regional offices and the Central Office in Richmond, DEQ issues permits, conducts monitoring and inspections, and enforces the law.