Water Quality Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Water Quality Specialist - Fort Gordon, GA

Protect waterways. Safeguard compliance. Make a real difference.

We're seeking an experienced Water Quality Specialist to support the environmental compliance program at Fort Gordon, Georgia. This is a hands-on role focused on inspections, permitting, and reporting related to stormwater management and clean water regulations. If you're passionate about protecting natural resources and thrive in both the field and behind a computer, we want to hear from you.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Be part of a mission-driven team ensuring compliance with key environmental regulations, including the Clean Water Act and Georgia Water Quality Control Act.
• Work outdoors and engage directly with environmental systems and infrastructure-this is not a desk-only job.
• Enjoy great benefits: paid time off, federal holidays, 401(k) with employer match, and comprehensive insurance options (medical, dental, vision, life, and more).
• Stable, full-time role with a consistent weekday schedule and limited travel (just a few times per year for training).

What You Will Do

• Conduct inspections of facilities, construction sites, outfalls, and stormwater structures to ensure compliance with regulations such as NPDES, MS4 permits, and best management practices.
• Assist with implementation and updates of Storm water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) and Storm water Management Plans (SWMP).
• Collect and document GPS coordinates for municipal storm water systems and collaborate with GIS specialists.
• Review and maintain permit documentation, databases, and compliance records (both digital and hard copy).
• Prepare regulatory reports, conduct outreach and education, and provide technical expertise during meetings or project reviews.
• Support implementation of impaired waters and industrial permit programs and contribute to annual reporting to regulatory agencies.

You'll Know You're a Good Fit for This Position If You Have

• A degree in Environmental Science (or a related field) and at least 3 years of experience in water quality compliance.
• Familiarity with Georgia Erosion and Sediment Control Certifications (Level 1B and Level II) or the ability to obtain them.
• Experience with water sampling, interpreting lab data, and completing chain-of-custody documentation.
• Working knowledge of NPDES regulations and the Clean Water Act, especially as applied in Georgia.
• Strong computer skills including MS Office, databases, SharePoint, and GPS data collection tools.
• Physical ability to conduct day-long fieldwork-including walking varied terrain, lifting heavy manhole covers, and working in all weather.
• A valid driver's license

Location: Fort Gordon, GA (On-Site)
Schedule: Monday - Friday, Day Shift
Job Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Compensation: $62,000-$72,000/year, based on experience
Travel: Minimal - occasional travel for training or certifications
Benefits: PTO, Federal Holidays, 401(k) w/ match, Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, and more

Join a team committed to protecting public health and the environment while advancing your career in environmental compliance.

Apply now to make an impact.

Candidates will require the ability to pass a background check and drug screen to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC).