The purpose of the Stormwater Manager Certification is to promote excellence and commitment to public service by advancing the knowledge and practice of stormwater management to benefit the community, public agencies and the profession.

The Certified Stormwater Manager is intended for experts in the public and private sectors who coordinate and implement stormwater management programs for city, county, state, provincial, and federal agencies. These individuals assist in administering drainage, flood control, and water quality programs.

Water quality programs include state and federal permit requirements related to stormwater runoff including management of public education, illicit discharges, erosion control, post-development runoff BMPs, system maintenance, water quality monitoring, data analysis, and reporting. Drainage and flood control programs include operational maintenance of drainage systems, planning and construction of capital improvements, and basic knowledge of flood plain management.

These individuals may also be involved in budgetary oversight, long-term planning, policy development, and other administrative activities.

The Stormwater Manager Certification program includes an eligibility application process, a test, and a recertification application process.

Questions? Contact Becky Stein at bstein@apwa.net or 1-800-848-APWA.

Computer-based testing offers candidates:

• Flexibility in Site Location- With over 170 testing centers available in the United States candidates have the ability to take an exam in closer proximity to their home.


• Reduced Costs- Being able to choose a location close to the candidate will significantly lower travel and accommodation costs as well as reduce time away from work.


• More Opportunities to Take the Exam- Rather than requiring candidates to take the exam on a particular date and time, candidates can choose a date and time within a two-week testing block. These testing blocks will be offered three times in 2009.


• Faster Results- Candidates will receive immediate score reporting as opposed to the current 6-8 weeks following the exam.