NEOGOV · 19 hours ago
Stormwater Research Lead (TPS4)
Thurston County – Tumwater, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$79K/yr - $106K/yrNEOGOV is seeking a Stormwater Research Lead for the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) to provide technical and project leadership for advanced stormwater treatment research. The role involves planning, directing, and overseeing complex research studies while ensuring compliance with stormwater monitoring and reporting requirements.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop and evaluate innovative research studies to better inform how to increase the effectiveness of treating stormwater
Supervise staff analyzing and interpreting stormwater monitoring chemistry and hydrology data. Independently select and modify evaluation techniques, as appropriate
Direct data analysis for permit-required and research-related reports including annual monitoring reports, Technical Evaluation Reports (TER), technical notes, monitoring white papers, and other documentation
Be responsible for content development and writing for sections of permit-required and research-related reporting documents, such as TER, pertaining to data analysis, interpretation, and monitoring results presentation
Present data results and monitoring findings to audiences including regulatory agencies, stormwater research groups, and consultants
Populate and manage statistical data repositories, which contain collected chemistry, hydrology, and meteorological data
Provide technical support for projects and Research Office monitoring studies including review of Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs), sampling designs, and standard operating procedures for the field and laboratory
Qualification
Required
Stormwater or Water Quality Monitoring: Professional experience in stormwater or water quality monitoring, and analysis of environmental issues and managing and analyzing stormwater or water quality data. Experience following QAPPs and SOPs for stormwater and/or water quality monitoring
Environmental Data Analysis & Statistical Methods: Ability to independently analyze large datasets, validate results, and select appropriate analytical techniques
Research Design & Evaluation of Treatment Technologies: Skills in planning research studies, interpreting emerging science, and applying findings to WSDOT operations
Technical Writing & Scientific Documentation: Ability to write clear, compliant, and technically accurate reports (TERs, white papers, permit deliverables)
Project Management: Ability to scope, plan, execute, and coordinate multi-stakeholder research and monitor projects
Technical Supervision & Staff Development: Ability to assign work, train others in analytical methods, provide feedback, and ensure work quality
Data Management & Database Stewardship: Competence in managing data repositories and guiding staff on data entry, validation, and tracking
Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth
Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others
A valid driver's license and the ability to operate state-owned vehicles
Preferred
Advanced Stormwater or Water Quality Experience: Extensive experience in stormwater or water quality monitoring, typically obtained through several years of professional experience and/or formal education
Automated Composite Samplers: Experience with installation, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting
Stormwater or Water Quality Databases: Experience loading, maintaining, and quality-checking monitoring datasets
Field Operations Expertise: Experience performing storm deployments, grab/composite sampling, and equipment handling under field conditions
Environmental Monitoring Equipment: Experience using calibration and maintenance of digital and analog sensors
Understanding of Telemetry Systems: Remote data transfer, logger configuration, and troubleshooting
WSDOT NPDES Municipal Stormwater Permit: Knowledge of and familiarity with permit structure, monitoring requirements, and reporting expectations
Advanced Organization and Coordination: Skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines, field schedules, and complex project logistics
Conducting Literature Reviews and Synthesizing Research: Experience and the ability to support TERs, white papers, or research recommendations
Benefits
Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including telework options for eligible positions.
Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more.
Insurance Benefits – Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses.
Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation – State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security – All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness – If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays – Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Sick Leave – Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month.
Vacation (Annual Leave) – Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165 or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA).
Military Leave – Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave – Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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