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Associate Environmental Engineer

Land, Buildings and Real Estate, Stanford, California, United States

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Facilities

Post Date 8 hours ago

Requisition # 105840

Welcome to Land, Buildings & Real Estate :

Land, Buildings & Real Estate (LBRE) is the operational core of Stanford University’s physical campus. LBRE constructs and maintains the Stanford campus, where advancements across the academic spectrum are made possible. Our work is founded upon the collective value of dedication, innovation, expertise, teamwork, and continuous improvement. We are committed to serving the university’s academic mission, as well as preserving and enhancing Stanford’s 8,180 acres, and pride ourselves on supporting the teaching and research of the university as “Caretakers of a LEGACY."

Department Introduction :

The Water Resources & Civil Infrastructure (WRCI) group supports Stanford University with safe and reliable water services and civil infrastructure and protects our water resources in a cost-effective and environmentally responsible manner.

Job Purpose :

The associate engineer, under the general supervision of the team manager, is primarily responsible for the support for pollution prevention, compliance and efficiency programs through data analysis, report preparation, field inspections, and training across campus. The engineer will also complete tasks within the environmental programs protecting surface water and groundwater resources.

This position is a fixed term position that is scheduled to end 2 years after the date of hire. This position is hybrid with 3 to 4 days onsite per week, and subject to change depending on operational needs.

Core Duties *:

Independent Day to Day Implementation and Support of Core Team Programs

• Reporting

• Assist and prepare environmental reports on water quality for protection of public health and environmental quality as well as water efficiency. Prepare communications to external water management agencies, academic and non-academic departments, and the campus community to maintain compliance with permits, regulations, and agreements. Assist with the water production and consumption tracking and implement data review and management practices.

• Representation

• Inspections – Assist with field/facility inspections and provide recommendations to campus facilities for best management practices and compliance with drinking water, stormwater and wastewater regulatory requirements as well as water efficiency standards and goals.

• Meetings/Stanford Representation – Represent WP&S team at various internal and external groups. Collect and report information on regulations/information that may affect Stanford related to water efficiency and other compliance programs as needed.

• Outreach – Prepare and present information to the campus community about water efficiency, water consumption trends, and regulatory requirements and best management practices for the compliance programs. Work with team to prepare bill inserts and fact sheets.

• Website – Assist with maintaining and updating current web site for compliance and water efficiency programs.

• Information and Data Management

• Maintain, organize, and archive water production, consumption, and project documentation and program information. Assist with plans reviews for impact to WP&S programs in renovation and construction projects.

Involvement in Team Programs

• Domestic Water System Compliance Support

• Assist with program and work to maintain compliance and a reliable supply of safe drinking water. Support QA/QC of water quality database and preparation of compliance reports.

• Wastewater Compliance Support

• Assist team with program implementation and work with campus community for compliance with permits and regulations and protection of the Palo Alto Regional Water Quality Control Plant (PA RWQCP) and San Francisco Bay. Support preparation of routine wastewater compliance reports and associated data. Assist in conducting required inspections, sampling, and distribute outreach materials and information to the campus facility managers and users.

• Stormwater Pollution Prevention Support

• Perform inspections and provide recommendations/training for improvements of Best Management Practices across campus for compliance and protection of local surface waters. Assist with preparation of compliance reports.

• Misc. Environmental Projects Support

• Assist team in response to outdoor spills or releases to the environment to evaluate regulatory and environmental impacts and work with staff from EH&S to direct spill/emergency response crews to minimize environmental impacts, including stormwater, soil, and wastewater.

• Water Conservation Staff

• Assist with water consumption tracking, conservation projects, and responding to customer water use inquiries. Maintain documentation of completed water conservation retrofit projects to track estimated water savings to actual metered water use data.

*Other duties may also be assigned

Education & Experience :

• Bachelor's degree in science or technical field, such as: engineering, chemistry, earth sciences, or biology and 1-2 years of related experience or combination of education and work experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

• Advanced and specialized knowledge of environmental science, water quality, data analysis, and pollution prevention practices. Specific experience with drinking water, wastewater, stormwater regulations and requirements is preferred.

• Working knowledge of domestic water, wastewater, stormwater, pollution prevention, and general environmental regulatory requirements and compliance.

• Good team ethic and ability to work well with all levels of professionals and staff, including internal and external partners for compliance and water resource protection. Including but not limited to infrastructure engineers, utility inspectors, Water Operations technicians, and Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) to implement programs.

• Must be detail oriented, able to work with strict deadlines, follow-through on issues independently, be dependable, and be able to juggle several projects at the same time.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

• Independent, energetic, well-organized, self-motivated person, who can promptly and clearly communicate with regulatory agencies, staff, faculty, students, and members of the community.

• Proficient with MS Office computer applications.

Certifications and Licenses :

• None

Physical Requirements *:

• Frequently sitting, perform desk-based computer tasks, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.

• Occasionally stand/walk, twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, use a telephone, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 11-20 pounds,

• Rarely kneel/crawl, climb (ladders, scaffolds, or other), reach/work above shoulders, grasp forcefully, writing by hand, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh >40 pounds.

• Walking and/or biking long distances during inspections and for movement around campus and to carry testing equipment, meters, and fixtures. Having a valid California driver’s license is preferred but other alternate forms of transportation may be considered.

• Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting acontact form.

Working Conditions :

• Requires 24-hour response availability seven days per week for emergency situations.

• May be exposed to noise > 80dB TWA.

• May working at heights 4 - 10 ft.

• May require extended hours if compliance issues need to be resolved and/or deadlines need to be met.

Work Standards :

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.

• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.

• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide,http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

The expected pay range for this position is $87,256.00 to $97,800.00 per annum.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

Why Stanford is for You

Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Ourcultureandunique perksempower you with:

• Freedom to grow . We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or course auditing. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.

• A caring culture . We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.

• A healthier you . Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.

• Discovery and fun . Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.

• Enviable resources . Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Additional Information

• Schedule: Full-time

• Job Code: 4351

• Employee Status: Regular

• Grade: G

• Requisition ID: 105840

• Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible