Water Resources Regulatory Specialist

Careers at CRWD Join Our Team Capitol Region Watershed District (CRWD or District) staff is responsible for a variety of tasks related to the District’s mission, including watershed rules and permitting, water quality monitoring, education and outreach, water resource improvement projects and more. CRWD is an equal opportunity employer. Open Positions Capitol Region Watershed District (CRWD or District) embraces and values diversity and inclusion. CRWD seeks to recruit, promote, and retain employees that reflect the community we serve. We believe that diversity enriches the workplace and enhances the quality of our service. We are committed to a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. CRWD encourages anyone interested and qualified to apply for open positions. We Are Currently Accepting Applications For The Following Positions Water Resources Regulatory Specialist Full-Time Application Deadline: October 13, 2026 Capitol Region Watershed District (District) seeks a full-time permanent Water Resources Regulatory Specialist to perform intermediate-level duties assisting the Regulatory Division in implementing and enforcing CRWD Rules that protect water resources of the District. The specialist will be responsible for permit application and plan review for new development and redevelopment projects requiring CRWD permits. Review will include wetland delineations and permitting, along with stormwater, erosion/sediment control, and floodplain Rules. The specialist will also perform inspection of active construction sites, ensure completion of permit closure requirements, assist with maintenance inspections, and communicate findings to a wide range of partners. Work will be split between field work for wetland assessment and inspection, and office work for development plan review, follow-up communication with engineers and contractors, and other duties as needed. The District is an equal opportunity employer that embraces and values diversity and seeks to recruit, promote, and retain employees that reflect the community we serve. All interested and qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. A minimum of 3 years professional experience with a BA or BS degree, or equivalent combination of work experience and education, is required. The salary ranges from $59,628 to $89,506. Interested applicants should email a combined cover letter, resume, and three references in one Adobe PDF document to [email protected]. Please title the PDF with your full name and the position title (eg. JaneDoe_Water Resources Regulatory Specialist). Applications are due by end of day on October 13, 2026. The full job description is in the PDF linked below. Show more Show less

A minimum of 3 years professional experience with a BA or BS degree, or equivalent combination of work experience and education.

Perform permit application and plan review for new development and redevelopment projects requiring CRWD permits. Review will include wetland delineations and permitting, along with stormwater, erosion/sediment control, and floodplain Rules. Inspect active construction sites, ensure completion of permit closure requirements, assist with maintenance inspections, and communicate findings to a wide range of partners. Split time between field work for wetland assessment and inspection, and office work for development plan review, follow-up communication with engineers and contractors, and other duties as needed.