The City of Davis Public Works Utilities and Operations Department is seeking a knowledgeable and collaborative Environmental Compliance Specialist to join the Environmental Resources Division team. The City is a regional leader in stewardship of environmental resources, with a team comprised of people who are passionate about the work they do for our community. The ideal candidate for this position has experience with the development and implementation of wastewater pretreatment programs, and is comfortable with providing outreach and education to the community and discussing difficult topics including violations and compliance requirements.
The pretreatment program Environmental Compliance Specialist is responsible for a broad scope of responsibilities. This position conducts enforcement activities and performs responsible inspection work involved in controlling water pollution through enforcement of Federal, State and Local water pollution codes as well as industrial pretreatment program laws, rules, and regulations. This role also works with the Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) management plan. The ideal candidate will have current experience in the pretreatment field or related environmental regulatory compliance programs conducting inspections, writing reports, reviewing industrial reports and laboratory data, issuing violation notices, conducting industrial wastewater sampling, maintaining equipment, and performing related work and tasks as required.
Tentative Recruiting Timeline:
First Round Interviews - August 14th or 15th
ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST
DEFINITION
Under direction, coordinates and assists with implementation of Federal, State, and local environmental laws and regulations related to protecting the environment; develops and assists with implementation of environmentally related programs and associated educational and outreach materials; makes recommendations for program enhancements to ensure compliance with government mandates; enforces environmental regulations; and performs related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives direction from assigned supervisory and management personnel. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.
Exercises technical and functional direction over and provides training to assigned staff.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This journey level classification is responsible for independently performing professional duties in support of the City’s environmental issues and sustainability programs. Positions at this level exercise judgment and initiative in their assigned tasks, receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Areas of expertise include programs related to the wastewater pretreatment program, stormwater quality program, water conservation program, solid waste program, or other environmental programs.
Physical Demands
When assigned to an office environment, must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone; ability to stand and walk between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.
When assigned to field inspection, must possess mobility to work in changing site conditions; possess the strength, stamina, and mobility to perform light to medium physical work; to sit, stand, and walk on level, uneven, or slippery surfaces; to reach, twist, turn, kneel, and bend, to climb and descend ladders; and to operate a motor vehicle and visit various City sites; vision to inspect site conditions and work in progress. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards, with exposure to hazardous materials in some site locations. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects averaging a weight of 40 pounds, or heavier weights, in all cases with the use of proper equipment and/or assistance from other staff.
Environmental Elements
Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees also work in the field and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.