Job Abstract

CITY OF MORGAN HILL
Environmental Services Technician -Organics Recycling Program
Environmental Services Division

Part-Time, Temporary, Non-Benefited

$36.96 Hourly

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This position works for the City of Morgan Hill, with their office space located in-person at Morgan Hill City Hall/Council Chambers at 17575 Peak Ave. for half of their time, and also Gilroy City Hall at 7301 Hanna St. for the other half of their time. Commitment of 30 hours per week. Hours are flexible so long as they are completed Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Candidates may be asked to work occasional weekends and occasional weekday evenings to aid with public outreach events.

Job Summary: Under the supervision of the Environmental Programs Coordinator, the Environmental Services Technician provides outreach, technical and administrative support for the development, implementation and promotion of environmental programs and compliance within the City of Morgan Hill and partner organization communities. Provides professional and technical assistance to departmental staff, interns and volunteers in assigned areas of responsibility; performs related work as required. Environmental services for the City include storm water pollution prevention, solid waste management, water conservation and other regulatory compliance areas.

Class Characteristics: The Environmental Services Technician is an entry level class responsible to implement environmental programs adopted by the City. Work performed is clearly defined and done in support of and coordination with the Environmental Programs Coordinator or other senior Department staff.

IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Interest specific to organics and/or general solid waste management
• Strong communication skills
• Experience with public outreach and engagement
• Comfortable referencing regulations
• Motivated, team oriented, reliable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced teamwork environment
• Adept at juggling multiple priorities to meet targeted deadlines
• Good organizational and time management skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Embraces the use of technology to improve daily workflow
• Enjoys the process of developing new programs

• Application
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• References (at least 2)

Please note only completed application packets will be reviewed. This recruitment is open until filled and may close at any time, with a first review of applications on July 19th.

Completed applications will be screened, and those applicants determined to have the best experience, skills, and qualifications will be invited for an oral interview. Prior to appointment, applicant must authorize a reference check.

Prior to appointment, a background check must be completed, which involves fingerprinting for submission to the Department of Justice.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND EXPECTED OUTCOMES: The following duties are performed personally, in cooperation with the Environmental Programs Coordinator, and/or in coordination with other City staff and community groups. Additional duties may be assigned.

• Collects, organizes and analyzes data to provide environmental compliance support.
• Uses data and information from a variety of reports and sources to prepare summary tables, spreadsheets, and databases for sharing with regional partners, inclusion in regulatory compliance reports, and responses to consultant requests.

• Collaborates in the implementation of environmental activities that are integrated into City operations.
• Interfaces with private and nonprofit sector members of the community inquiring about environmental requirements.
• Organizes purposeful community engagement and public education programs that take advantage of new technologies and reach all aspects of the community.
• Encourages teamwork, input, and involvement in environmental programs by student interns and community volunteers.
• Accurately observes situations, documents and reports observations.

• Conducts research that supports grant applications.
• Helps to refine new compliance programs and workflows.
• Communicates program and compliance challenges to supervisor.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying

Education & Experience:

1. High School Diploma or equivalent and completion of 60 semester units from an accredited college in environmental science, business, public administration, or a related field of study. An Associates degree is desired.

Licenses & Certificates:

Knowledge of:

1. Current methods, materials and techniques for analyzing and tracking of program data.
2. Research methods and the sources of information pertaining to areas of responsibility.

Skill in:

1. Conducting studies, collecting and tracking information, and analyzing data.
2. Maintaining accurate records and preparing clear, concise and competent reports, correspondence and other written materials.
3. Evaluating program workflows and communicating challenges and/or solutions to supervisor.
4. Organizing and coordinating the activities of public and private groups.
5. Data processing and computer applications.
6. Use of common office software including Microsoft Office. Experience with spatial data/ArcGIS is desirable.
7. Providing outstanding customer satisfaction (internally and externally).

Ability to:

1. Read and comprehend complex materials that may be technical in nature.
2. Make mathematical calculations with accuracy.
3. Establish priorities and meet critical deadlines.
4. Implement and coordinate goals, objectives, and procedures.
5. Prepare comprehensive reports and information brochures with clarity and accuracy
6. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials and staff, residents, business representatives and other governmental agencies.
7. Set priorities and follow-up on projects.
8. Organize and coordinate the activities of public and private groups.
9. Explain applicable City, county, state, and federal laws and regulations to others.
10. Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and tactfully in both oral and written forms.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Employee frequently is required to sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch.
2. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception, the ability to adjust focus.
3. Employee must be comfortable working in undeveloped areas, areas with steep terrain, and adjacent to creeks.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Employees generally work 75% indoors and 25% outdoors.
2. The work environment indoors is usually in a temperature-controlled office; some travel is required.
3. While performing the duties of this job outdoors, the employee occasionally works in varying weather conditions and climates, visiting developed and undeveloped sites in various stages of construction, and traversing steep undeveloped terrain often adjacent to creeks.
4. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but the employee may occasionally be exposed to high level noises including but not limited to outdoor construction equipment.