Industry Connections

Issue 1

A Collaborative Resource

Industry Connections was initiated to be a comprehensive source of information to ECI Professionals for technical articles, permits, conferences, employment opportunities, PDH classes, and other articles of interest. We expect to publish this quarterly. If you would like to contribute articles or industry relevant topics for consideration for upcoming issues, please forward them to Lori Moore, Public Relations Assistant , at [email protected]

In This Issue:

With a Green Makeover, Philadelphia Is Tackling Its Stormwater Problem
ECI News
Illinois NPDES Permit
EPA Stormwater Toolkit
ECI Volunteer Spotlight
National Stormwater Calculator
Career Opportunities
PDH and Continuing Education Opportunities
Upcoming Conferences

With a Green Makeover, Philadelphia Is Tackling Its Stormwater Problem

In a major initiative, Philadelphia is building an extensive network of rain gardens, green roofs, wetlands, and other infrastructure to capture stormwater. The goal is to prevent runoff from overwhelming sewers and polluting waterways and to help green America’s fifth-largest city... Read more

ECI News

If you are interested in learning more about ECI and the stormwater industry, please read the March issue of ECI News

and

visit the News page on our website for past issues and other organizational announcements.

Illinois NPDES Permit

The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) has made a tentative determination to reissue NPDES General Permit No. ILR10 for the discharge of storm water associated with industrial activity from construction sites into waters of the US. This Permit covers all areas of the State of Illinois.

The Public Notice Ending Date for the draft was March 15, 2018.

If the permit reissues as is currently written, the permit specifies that inspections shall be conducted by qualified personnel (provided by the permittee). Two (2) of ECI’s certifications are considered Qualified personnel for inspections; CPESC and CESSWI .

If you are interested in learning more about these, or other ECI Professional Certifications, please visit our website .

EPA Stormwater Toolkit

The EPA is in the process of developing a web-based Stormwater Toolkit to assist communities with the long-term stormwater planning process provided in the Community Solutions for Stormwater Management Guide.

The landing page of the Stormwater Toolkit begins to walk users through developing a long-term stormwater plan. It lists the "elements" of the plan that correspond with those found in the Guide.

Please visit the EPA website for more information about the web-based Stormwater Toolkit or the Community Solutions for Stormwater Management Guide.

ECI Volunteer Spotlight

Mr. O’Tousa is a Professional Geologist and Certified Engineering Geologist, licensed in California, and has over thirty (30) years of experience. He is currently the Geologist for the County of Ventura and has specialized expertise with slope movement processes and erosion control.

He was recently profiled in California in a local news broadcast for his work in response to the mudslides that occurred in Southern California as a result of the Thomas Fire, which is now the largest wildfire in modern California history. To see Mr. O'Tousa's interview, click Social Conscience

National Stormwater Calculator

Tool to help control runoff and promote the natural movement of water

EPA’s National Stormwater Calculator (SWC) is a software application that estimates the annual amount of rainwater and frequency of runoff from a specific site. Estimates are based on local soil conditions, land cover, and historic rainfall records... . Read more

Career Opportunities

Environmental Specialist

Closing Date: Until Filled

Power Engineers, San Antonio Texas

Position: Environmental Specialist | Midwest Env Svc Remediation/Compliance Group… Full Description

Director of Public Works

Posted: March 9, 2018 | Closing Date: Until Filled

C ity of Dayton Texas

Position: Director of Public Works | Water & Sewer Department… Full Description

Stormwater Quality Engineer or Scientist

Closing Date: Until Filled

City of Boulder Colorado

Position: Stormwater Quality Engineer or Scientist | Public Works Department… Full Description

Environmental Scientist

Closing Date: April 9, 2018

City of Bellevue Washington

Position: Environmental Scientist | Utilities Department… Full Description

Senior Transportation Engineer

Closing Date: April 8, 2018

City of Rockville Maryland

Position: Senior Transportation Engineer | Department of Public Works… Full Description

Public Works Director

Posted: March 21, 2018 | Closing Date: May 7, 2018

City of Milledgeville, Georgia

Position: Public Works Director | Department of Public Works… Full Description

Engineering Project Manager

Posted: March 19, 2018 | Closing Date: May 7, 2018

County of Riverside California

Position: Engineering Project Manager | Transportation Department… Full Description

Environmental Specialist IV or V

Posted: March 23, 2018 | Closing Date: Until Filled

Texas DOT, Austin Texas

Position: Environmental Specialist IV or V | DOT… Full Description

Water Resource Engineer

Closing Date: Until Filled

McHenry County, Illinois

Position: Water Resource Engineer | Planning and Development Department… Full Description

Stormwater Program Manager (Engineering Manager)

Closing Date: Until Filled

City of Raleigh, North Carolina

Position: Stormwater Program Manager (Engineering Manager)| Stormwater Management Department – Engineering Services… Full Description

PDH and Continuing Education Opportunities

Many careers and certifications in the environmental and stormwater industry require Professional Development Hours and/or Continuing Education.

Magazines and Publications : Many credits can be earned by expanding your knowledge and staying up-to-date in the industry by reading articles. Some of the publications that are good sources of articles are:

Web Based : There are several potential web-based sources of Professional Development Opportunities including:

Conferences : Did you know that Conferences are also an excellent source of PDHs?

Below is a list of just a few of the upcoming industry-relevant conferences that offer classes and seminars on a wide range of topics that can be attended for continuing education credit.