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Posting Title
Environmental Compliance Specialist (Environmental Monitoring and Compliance)
Job Requisition Number
COA091309
Position Number
109881
Job Type
Full-Time
Division Name
Environmental Mtrg&Compliance
Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:
- Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Environmental Science, Life Science, Natural Science, or related field, plus four (4) years of relevant experience.
- Graduation with a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience.
- One (1) additional year of experience may substitute for one (1) year of the required education with a maximum substitution of four (4) years.
Licenses or Certifications:
- May require a valid State of Texas Class C Driver License and the ability to meet driver eligibility standards detailed in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program.
- For Austin Water positions:
- Water Conservation positions: TCEQ licensed irrigation inspector or valid plumbing inspectors license from the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners or ability to obtain license within six (6) months of hire.
- On-Site Sewage Facility positions: TCEQ Designated Representative (DR) license and valid plumbing inspectors license from the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.
- For Austin Water positions:
Notes to Applicants
DEPARTMENTOVERVIEW:
Please learn more about our department and how we serve our community: | Watershed Protection Department
POSITIONOVERVIEW:
This position works under supervision and reports to the Pond Inspection and Dam Safety section, which inspects and monitors Stormwater Control Measures (SCMs) for compliance with City of Austin regulations. Conducts field inspections of critical infrastructure and issues notices of violations for non-compliance to address deficiencies. Communicates and coordinates with private property owners and contractors to achieve compliance. Works with external partners to help improve water quality programs.
BENEFITS:
Working with the City of Austin provides a number of benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please read about the City of Austin benefits | Active Employee Benefits | AustinTexas.gov
DRIVINGREQUIREMENTS:
This position requires a valid State of Texas Class C Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Job Offer is contingent on having a driving record that meets the City’s Driver Record Evaluation Standards.
EDUCATION:
Verification of education will be conducted on the top candidate.
PHYSICALREQUIREMENTS:
This position will frequently work in the field to conduct inspections and must be able to lift/carry/push/pull up to 20 lbs. (e.g., moving a ladder to inspect a pond or pulling a stormwater pond gate open, etc.). Additionally, this position will require frequent standing/bending/stooping/walking/squatting/kneeling/reaching above shoulder level while conducting field inspections.
ENVIRONMENTALFACTORS:
May be required to navigate various types of terrains in varying weather conditions while performing field inspections.
ABOUTYOUREMPLOYMENTAPPLICATION (Please read carefully):
When completing the City of Austin Employment Application:
- Include details on the application of prior or current work history with the City of Austin.
- A cover letter and resume must be submitted with the employment application, but does not substitute for a complete employment application.
- A detailed and complete employment application will help us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position.
- Include any previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications and relevant experience.
- Your work history must include employer name and address, job title, supervisor’s name and phone number, the month and year of employment and detailed description of the work you performed. We do not accept “See Resume” and your application will be considered incomplete.
- Any relevant work history on the resume must be reflected in the employment application in order to be considered.
Pay Range
$27.16 – $32.87
Hours
40 hours per week
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with the ability for a 50% telework schedule within a two-week period. Exceptions may apply subject to the business needs of the department.
May require working outside of normal business hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as dictated by business needs.
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with the ability for a 50% telework schedule within a two-week period. Exceptions may apply subject to the business needs of the department.
May require working outside of normal business hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as dictated by business needs.
Job Close Date
04/03/2024
Type of Posting
External
Department
Watershed Protection
Regular/Temporary
Regular
Grant Funded or Pooled Position
Not Applicable
Category
Professional
Location
505 Barton Springs Road, Austin, Texas, 78704
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with contractors to complete restoration or construction stormwater control measure (SCMs) projects.
- Experience reading and interpreting civil engineering plans related to stormwater control measures.
- Experience using GIS and other databases to complete inspections and maintain records for compliance.
- Experience with time management skills, including completing time sensitive tasks, collecting input from stakeholders, and solving complex problems.
- Written and oral English communication skills demonstrated through experience such as compliance documentation, de-escalation and in-person or virtual meeting facilitation.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
- Fire Adapted Community’s (FAC) objectives of the Wildland Fire Management Coordinates, directs, and/or conducts investigations and surveys related to environmental issues and programs.
- Develops sampling protocol and standard operating procedures.
- Responds to and directs spills and complaint actions.
- Provides technical information and assistance to internal and external customers.
- Develops and implements rules, code changes, and training programs.
- Implements permitting and registration programs.
- Reviews and interprets policies, codes, regulations, ordinances, plans, and proposals for compliance.
- Researches, develops, presents, and/or submits incident, inspection, and technical reports/cases to appropriate agency/personnel.
- Participates in and/or leads City wide initiatives, task forces, and committees.
- Resolves appeals of permit denials.
Responsibilities – Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
- None.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
- Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods.
- Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
- Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.
- Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
- Skill in using computers and related software applications.
- Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public.
- Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
Criminal Background Investigation
This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation
EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within
the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
