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Senior Environmental Compliance Inspector/Environmental Compliance Inspector
This year, West County Wastewater (WCW) is celebrating our innovative leadership style where we have reimagined our work culture. WCW is committed to maintaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive working environment where new ideas and approaches are encouraged and every person is valued.
WCW is seeking a qualified Environmental Compliance Inspector to join the Environmental Services Division of the Water Quality and Resource Recovery Department. The successful applicant will have an established track record of resourcefulness, initiative, and problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented self-starter and an excellent communicator who can function with integrity and discretion.
The Environmental Compliance Inspector performs inspections and sampling of industrial, commercial, and residential sources of discharge to WCW's sanitary sewer system to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations; inspects hazardous materials storage areas; responds to reports of prohibited discharges; performs water quality testing, and conducts public outreach activities. The selected applicant will understand the importance of developing and maintaining positive working relationships with internal and external customers.
There is currently one vacancy that may be filled at any level of the flexibly staffed classification depending on the qualifications of the applicants.
Senior Environmental Compliance Inspector: $112,658 -$136,942 annually
Environmental Compliance Inspector: $96,642—$119,080 annually
We are looking for someone who is:
A clear communicator.You will be responsible for conducting compliance inspections verbally and in writing to businesses and ensuring compliance with applicable local and state laws
A problem solver.You will be investigating environmental complaints and performing enforcement actions that require you to resolve non-compliant issues
Self-motivated.You will be expected to take the initiative and accept new challenges
Knowledgeable.You will need to be aware of the impact pollutants have on the environment, and be able to interpret and understand laws and regulations
A team player.You will be responsible for working with a team, outside agencies, and in the community
What you will typically be responsible for:
Scheduling and inspecting industrial and commercial facilities to ensure compliance with regulations;
Ensuring that all sampling is representative and performed as outlined in the regulations;
Assisting in the development of public outreach materials, including presentations and workshops on compliance with pretreatment and pollution prevention requirements, and promoting public participation in program activities;
Developing and maintaining accurate, complete, and organized records and logs and evaluating reports and information from internal and external customers of the WCW.
A few reasons you might love this job:
You will work with businesses, organizations, agencies, and the public to reduce the negative impacts of pollution on the environment
Your work will have a direct impact on the agency's ability to provide important public services
You will be working with a highly skilled and knowledgeable team
You will serve as an integral part of protecting public health and the environment
You will work within a diverse community and department
A few challenges you might face in this job:
Interpretation and application of laws and regulations can be difficult at times
Conflicts can arise when regulating businesses where good communication and interpersonal skills are needed
Accuracy is paramount in this work environment
Competencies Required:
Analyzing & Interpreting Data:Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative data
Legal & Regulatory Navigation:Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
Safety Focus:Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards
Action & Results Focused (Taking Initiative):Initiating tasks and focusing on accomplishment
Displaying Ownership and Accountability:Holding self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results
Professional Integrity & Ethics: Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
Oral Communication:Engaging effectively in dialogue
Professional Impact:Presenting self as a positive representative of the organization
Writing: Communicating effectively in writing
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of training and experience that demonstrates that a person has obtained the required knowledge and can perform the required work (with reasonable accommodation, if needed) will be considered. A person with the following combined training and experience would typically qualify to compete in a selection process:
Senior Environmental Compliance Inspector:
Experience:Three years of experience inspecting and sampling industrial and commercial facilities and industrial, commercial, and residential waste streams.
Education:Equivalent to possession of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major work in environmental management, environmental engineering, chemistry, bacteriology, biology, or a closely related field.
Required Licenses and Certificates:Possession of a Grade II Environmental Compliance Inspector certificate issued by the California Water Environment Association and completion of the Pretreatment Facility Inspection course offered by the California State University Office of Water Programs is required at the time of appointment.
A valid California State Class C license is required and must be maintained at all times. Continued maintenance of a valid driver's license in compliance with established WCW vehicle operations standards and the ability to be insured for the operation of a vehicle/WCW vehicle in accordance with the terms and conditions of WCW's insurance program are conditions of continued employment.
Environmental Compliance Inspector:
Experience:Two years of experience in inspection and sampling of industrial and commercial facilities and industrial, commercial, and residential waste streams.
Education:Equivalent to possession of an Associate Degree from an accredited college or university with major work in environmental management, environmental engineering, chemistry, bacteriology, biology, or a closely related field.
License or Certificate:
Possession of a valid California Driver's License. The incumbent must continue to meet all the provisions of the Driving Policy as a condition of continued employment.
Possession of a Grade I Environmental Compliance Inspector certificate issued by the California Water Environment Association.
Completion of the Pretreatment Facility Inspection course offered by the California State University Office of Water Programs and possession of a Grade II Environmental Compliance Inspector certificate issued by the California Water Environment Association within one year of appointment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT- PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
An employee in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The following describes typical environmental and physical demands:
Performs duties in both an office and field environment utilizing WCW vehicles. Walks on improved and unimproved (uneven) surfaces, bends, stoops, squats, reaches, crouches, and kneels while collecting samples;
Safely lifts and moves objects such as manhole covers weighing up to 50 lbs.;
Climbs stairs and ladders during inspections and uses hands for light grasping and repetitive action involving fine motor dexterity.;
Utilize appropriate safety precautions, methods, and apparatus to minimize and withstand exposure to noise, vibration, heights, cold, heat, wet and humid conditions, outdoor weather conditions, odors, water, dust, fumes, chemicals, electrical and mechanical hazards, pollens, hazardous materials, and domestic waste;
See and hear within normal range with or without correction.
Applying for this Position:
Applicants interested in the Environmental Compliance Inspector position must apply
at <a href="https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=3831757&targetURL=https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wcwd">https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wcwd by February 12, 2023.
Selection Process:
1. Application Filing and Evaluation: Applicants must complete a supplemental questionnaire
at the time of application; applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will
move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.
2. Oral Interview: Conducted by a Qualifications Appraisal Panel, which will evaluate
candidates in job-related areas.
Tentative Test Dates:
Structured Oral Interview: February 23, 2023
Internal Interview: March 2, 2023
Hiring Interview: March 16, 202
WCW is not responsible for the failure of internet forms or email transmission in submitting applications. Candidates who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or selection process should advise Human Resources <a href="https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=3831757&targetURL=mailto:athr@wcwd.org">athr@wcwd.org.
Disaster Service Worker
All West County Wastewater employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the WCW requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of West County Wastewater to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
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