News
EPA Releases Water Quality Screening Values for 6PPD-q
This week, EPA published water quality screening values related to short-term concentrations of 6PPD and 6PPD-quinone (6PPD-q). These chemicals, linked to runoff from automotive tire dust and debris, have been found in freshwater systems and are known toxins that can harm wildlife and human health. EPA’s non-regulatory and non-binding screening values provide information that Tribes, states, and local governments can use to monitor their waterways and help protect aquatic life from these harmful pollutants.
“While data limitations do not allow the EPA to derive recommended 6PPD-q and 6PPD water quality criteria for fresh or estuarine and marine waters that follow the EPA’s Guidelines methods at this time, the agency has derived screening values using the best available toxicity data.”
More information, including the federal register notice, may be found here.
EPA will also be holding a free webinar on the subject on June 26th, 2:00pm EST.
You may register here.
Association Updates
2024 Annual Meeting – Draft Agenda Now Available!
Reserve Your Lodging at Renaissance New Orleans Pere Marquette French Quarter Area.
Early Bird Registration rates are now available. Register here. Please reach out to Lexy Bailey, Member Services Associate, for assistance.
View the draft agenda here.
More information can be found here on ACWA’s website.
2024 Water Quality Modeling Workshop – Registration Now Open!
Dates: September 16 – 20, 2024
City: Philadelphia, PA
ACWA, in partnership with USEPA, will be holding the 2024 Water Quality Modeling Workshop in Philadelphia, PA, the week of September 16, 2024. The 2024 Water Quality Modeling Workshop supports implementation of state programs by continuing to build a community of practice among state agency staff who use or want to use water quality modeling in state water quality programs.
This year we will be offering hands-on trainings on WASP, SWAT+, and a Modeling 201: Demystifying your Modeling Project course which will feature presentations, case studies, and discussions.
This workshop is for state program managers and staff involved in water quality modeling, as well as for both Regional and Headquarters-based U.S. Environmental Protection Agency managers and staff.
You may register for the workshop here.
To register, you will need access to ACWA’s member portal. If you are EPA staff, please reach out Lexy Bailey (abailey@acwa-us.org) for help getting set up. This workshop has 3 distinct tracks – including two hands-on trainings. Hands on trainings will be offered for WASP and SWAT+. A third track – Modeling 201 – will feature some hands-on work along with lectures and discussions.
Space is limited, so once you register, you will automatically be placed on the wait list. You will receive a confirmation email at a later date. This is to ensure an equal opportunity for some states that may need a few weeks to ensure they are able to participate.
Lodging is available at the Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square at the local per diem rate. The workshop will also take place in the hotel’s event space. You may Reserve your hotel room here.
ACWA does anticipate having some travel support for airfare and lodging.
Save The Date: 2024 National Stormwater Roundtable
Dates: October 22 – 24, 2024
City: Washington, DC
Meeting Space: EPA HQ Meeting Space
Hotel: Grand Hyatt Washington
Website: 2024 National Stormwater Roundtable
This week ACWA sent out emails regarding agenda topics, potential presenters, volunteers for the Agenda Planning Committee, and travel support. If you did not receive a related email, please contact Sean Rolland at srolland@acwa-us.org.
Meetings and Webinars
EPA Infrastructure Finance Webinar: Opportunities to Advance Water Reuse
Date: June 26, 2024
Time: 1:00 pm ET
Register: Here
On June 26, 2024 at 1:00 pm ET, EPA will host an Infrastructure Finance Webinar: Opportunities to Advance Water Reuse. The webinar will highlight different federal infrastructure financing programs available for water reuse projects – including EPA’s Clean Water and Drinking Water State Revolving Funds, the Bureau of Reclamation’s WaterSMART Title XVI Program, and USDA’s Rural Development. Representatives from the federal agencies will briefly discuss their funding programs, application requirements, and examples of previous water reuse projects funded under those programs.
EPA Briefing for States: CWA Sec. 319 Guidance Update
Date: June 25, 2024
Time: 1:00 pm ET
Register: Here
On Tuesday, June 25 at 1:00 pm ET, ACWA will host a virtual briefing for state clean water regulators from EPA’s Nonpoint Source Management Branch regarding recent agency efforts to update CWA Section 319 Grant Guidance. Please note that participation in the briefing will be limited to state and federal clean water regulators.
ACWA and EPA will also host second meeting, covering the same material, on July 9 if this day/time does not work for you. Additionally, EPA will host office hours for states on the new guidance in the fall of 2024. Click here to learn more EPA’s CWA Section 319 Guidance Update efforts, generally.
Job Opportunities
Process and Data Analyst – ITS3
Location: St. Paul, MN
Closing Date: June 16, 2024
For more information and to apply, click here.
Environmental Engineer Senior – Wastewater
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Closing Date: June 18, 2024
Job Number: 24-04156
The Department of Natural Resources is looking for a senior professional engineer to manage and coordinate the state sewage sludge (biosolids) program and serve as the lead for the non-funded municipal wastewater construction permit program in the Wastewater Engineering Section to ensure projects comply with the water quality standards and nutrient reduction strategy. The goal of this role is to enhance Iowa’s water quality to promote safe recreation, tourism, economic development and jobs growth throughout the state.
For more information, click Environmental Engineer Senior
Water Quality Nonpoint Source Specialist (Program Analyst 2)
Location: Portland, OR
Closing Date: June 19, 2024
For more information and to apply, click here.
Nonpoint Source Coordinator – Water Quality Bureau
Location: Des Moines, IA
Closing Date: June 20, 2024
For more information and to apply, click here.
Water Quality Permitting Manager (Natural Resource Protection and Sustainability Manager 2)
Location: Portland, OR
Closing Date: June 23, 2024
For more information and to apply, click here.
Human Health Risk Assessor
Location: Various locations, MN
Closing Date: July 1, 2024
For more information and to apply, click here.
Environmental Engineer, PE
Location: Albany, NY
Closing Date: July 7, 2024
To apply, submit your cover letter and resume by email to jobs@neiwpcc.org. Please reference #24-NY-IEM-001 in the email subject line. Application deadline is July 7, 2024. Accepting applications until the position is filled. A full position description and benefits listing may be viewed at: https://neiwpcc.org/about-us/careers.
Environmental Engineer, EIT
Location: Albany, NY
Closing Date: July 7, 2024
To apply, submit your cover letter and resume by email to jobs@neiwpcc.org. Please reference #24-NY-IEM-002 in the email subject line. The application deadline is July 7, 2024. Accepting applications until the position is filled. A full position description and benefits listing may be viewed at: https://neiwpcc.org/about-us/careers.
Onsite Program Specialist (Natural Resource Specialist 3 – Environmental Health Specialist)
Location: Coos Bay, Oregon
Closing Date: July 10, 2024
For more information and to apply, click here.
Soil Scientist (Natural Resource Specialist 4)
Location: Bend, Pendleton, or The Dalles, Oregon (finalist may choose work location)
Closing Date: July 11, 2024
For more information and to apply, click here.
Chemical of Emerging Concern Coordinator
Location: Thurston County- Lacey, WA
Closing Date: Continuous
For more information and to apply, click here.
Municipal Facility Management Engineer
Location: King County – Shoreline, WA
Closing Date: Continuous
For more information and to apply, click here.
Be sure to check out other opportunities on ACWA’s Job Opportunities page.
