CO - P1137 - Program Data Coordinator - Air

Richmond, VA Hybrid Full-time

This position serves as a senior technical specialist responsible for translating regulatory program requirements into data, business processes, and system specifications to support enterprise applications for the respective media. The role applies advanced knowledge of [media] permitting, compliance, enforcement, and reporting frameworks to ensure regulatory programs are accurately represented in agency systems.

This role is at the intersection of program experience and technology, working closely with the Office of Information Services (OIS) to support system design, modernization, and integration. The incumbent ensures that permitting, compliance, enforcement, and reporting processes are accurately represented in enterprise systems, while providing the regulatory context and clarity needed for technical teams with limited program familiarity.

Working closely with program staff and the Office of Information Services (OIS), the position supports system design, modernization, and integration by converting complex regulatory requirements into clear, implementable technical inputs. Position assigned may support at least one or more programs for the respective media.

Please note this position follows a hybrid work schedule to include both in-office and telework. Candidates must be able to work from the assigned work location in Virginia.

Translate regulatory and [media] program requirements into system and data specifications

Develop and document business rules, data standards, data dictionaries, and workflows

Elicit and document business requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria

Perform process mapping and gap analysis to align program needs with system capabilities

Support user acceptance testing and validation of system functionality

Perform accurate data reporting

Ensure data quality, integrity, and consistency across regulatory systems

Develop documentation, guidance, and training materials for technical and program staff

Collaborate with program and IT staff to support system enhancements and integration

Experience in environmental regulatory programs, such as air, stormwater, wetlands, or wastewater permitting and/or compliance

Experience working with structured data, reporting systems, or business process documentation in support of regulatory or technical programs

Knowledge of data management principles, including data standards, validation, and system workflows

Knowledge of regulatory programs, including permitting, compliance, enforcement, and reporting processes

Basic knowledge of [media] programs and website structures

Ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into clear written documentation, workflows, or technical requirements

Demonstrated analytical skills with attention to detail and data accuracy

Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply water program laws, regulations, and permit conditions in a technical or operational setting

Ability to translate application of laws, regulations, and policies into structured system requirements

Skill in business analysis, including requirements elicitation, process mapping, and gap analysis

Ability to communicate complex regulatory and technical information clearly and effectively

Effective problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently on complex assignments

Job description provided by Virginia Department of Environmental Quality.
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