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Join the Center for Watershed Protection (CWP) team and use your skills to make a substantial difference in watershed practices across the nation. We are looking for a water resources engineer with a strong technical foundation and excellent communication skills. This engineer’s main role will be to help CWP provide stormwater site plan reviews in Washington, DC.  In addition, there will be opportunities on a wide variety of other CWP projects that include:

• Designing innovative systems of structural and non-structural stormwater practices to improve water quality.
• Writing national and state guidance manuals to build more effective local storm water programs and design more effective stormwater practices.
• Working with local governments to develop watershed plans that protect sensitive natural resources.
• Conducting literature reviews and research on stormwater and watershed questions.
• Teaching your skills to others at conferences, presentations, and workshops.

This full-time permanent position is a work at home position with periodic work from Washington DC or other locations throughout the country.

Salary and Benefits: This position is expected to pay between $60,000 to $75,000 depending on education & experience. The Center offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Substantial medical and dental insurance reimbursements for domestic partners and families
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• 401k and employer-contributed retirement plans
• Generous paid time off for vacations and holidays
• Comprehensive operations & IT support for work at home.

How to Apply:  Interested in joining us? Please submit, via email to gph@cwp.org, a cover letter referencing your interest in working for the Center, salary requirements, and availability, along with a current resume by December 31, 2021.

The Center for Watershed Protection is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring and employment practices, and committed to providing employees with a positive work environment for all. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s in civil or environmental engineering or related field. Strong writing and speaking skills essential, with demonstrated ability to translate complex engineering and science concepts into clear and understandable terms. Additional desirable skills and experience include:

• Knowledge of stormwater regulations and design standards
• Experience working with local or state governments
• Understanding of Stormwater BMP Design
• Experience in hydrologic and hydraulic theory and modeling
• Knowledge of floodplain regulations
• Expertise with CAD and GIS software
• Experience in project management

Experience in project and grant management is a plus. This position is primarily virtual and requires travel to Maryland, Pennsylvania, and other parts of the country for projects as needed, but actual travel is expected to be less than 20% per year.

Due to the nature of our work and required team contact, all candidates must be fully vaccinated for COVID 19.