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Location : Soldotna, AK
Job Type: Full-time
Department: SOLID WASTE
Division: SOLID WASTE ADMIN
Opening Date: 02/27/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Definition
Under the general direction and supervision of the Solid Waste Director or designee, the Environmental Program Manager, Solid Waste is responsible for development, review and management ofthe Solid Waste department's Environmental Programs; assisting with overall management of Solid Waste facilities; performing project management of Solid Waste capital improvement projects; ensuring Solid Waste facilities are constructed, developed and operated in accordance with contracts and environmentalregulations; and conducting public meetings and presentations.
Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor's degree in the environmental science or engineering field with a minimum of two years but with a preference of four years' professional experience in environmental science, hazardous materials or Solid Waste. Relevant work experience (e.g., progressively more responsible roles in environmental science, compliance, permitting, and/or regulatory agencies) may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. Strong verbal and written communication skills are required, with significant technical writing experience.A working knowledge of Federal and State regulations (EPA, ADEC, OSHA, etc.) is required. This position requires experience or working knowledge in the recognition of hazardous waste. This role requires a valid and unrestricted Alaska driver license. Also requires overnight travel and travel in small aircraft.
Essential Functions
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required communicate orally, use hands and fingers dexterously to operate office equipment, and to sit; and occasionally required to stand, walk, climb and balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, reach with hands and arms, transport up to 40 pounds and wear a respirator. Specific vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required Examinations:
A post-employment medical examination and annual medical examinations may be required.
We look forward to reviewing your application. Thank you for applying!
Kenai Peninsula Borough Self-Insured Health/Rx /Dental/Vision Plans
High Deductible Health Plan
Calendar Year Deductible:
Individual - $2,000*
Family - $4,000
*Calendar Year Out-of-Pocket Maximum:
Individual - $5,500 In-Network / $15,000 Out-of-Network
Family - $9,000 In-Network / $30,000 Out-of-Network
Prescription Drug Plan
Calendar Year Deductible:
Individual - $2,000*
Family - $4,000*
* Medical and prescription deductibles are combined and cross-accumulate
* Medical and prescription out-of-pocket maximums are combined and cross-accumulate
Note:A spousal coverage surcharge of $150 per month ($75 per pay period) will be assessed if an employee's spouse declines health coverage available through his or her employer and is enrolled in the KPB Plans, or if the spouse elects to enroll in a reduced benefit plan which shifts primary coverage to the Kenai Peninsula Borough Health Plan.
Employee Health Premiums per Pay Period (24 per year):
Employee $47.50 ($95/month)
Spouse $47.50 ($95/month)
Children (1 - 5)$12.50 (per each child / $25 per child/per month)
Children (6+) $75 ($150 total/month)
Dental Plan
Calendar Year Deductible
Individual - $75 / Family - $250
Annual Maximum Benefit per Person - $2,500
Vision Plan
There is no deductible applicable to the Vision Plan
Eligible expenses include eye exams, lenses and frames and contact lenses.
Dental/Vision Premiums per Pay Period (24 per year):
Coverage for employee and all eligible, enrolled dependents$15 ($30/month)
Borough Contribution to HSA or HRA
Health Savings Account
Calendar Year Contribution
$1,500 Individual / $3,000 Family
Health Reimbursement Arrangement
Calendar Year Contribution
$1,500 Individual / $3,000 Family
Employees who elect to participate in, and meet eligibility requirements for, the HRA or HSA, shall have the Employer's contribution, *pro-rated, deposited into their account in equal monthly installments during the first pay period paid on the first payday of each month.
*pro-rated is defined as $125.00 per month for an individual or $250.00 per month for a family, based on month of hire for new hires. This is based on the Boroughs contribution for a Full-Time employee of $1500.00 per year for an individual or $3000.00 per year for a family.
Guardian Flight AirMed & LifeMed AK transportation
Discount family membership available at employee's expense.
Employee Assistance Program
Available at no cost to employee and family members 24/7, through Magellan Health.
Flexible Spending Account
Pre-tax payroll deduction for qualified medical/dental expenses available at employee's expense.
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Pre-tax payroll deduction for dependent care expenses available at employee's expense.
Group Life and AD&D
A life insurance policy for all regular status employees in an amount equal to the employee's annual salary. A $2,000 policy is also provided for spouse and dependent children.
Additional Group Life and AD&D
Additional life insurance available at employee's expense.
Supplemental Policies
Available through Colonial Life at employee's expense.
Personal Leave-Paid Time Off-PTO
Employees accrue 6.47 hours of PTO from date of hire and it is available to use immediately. Accrual increases according to a 2, 5, and 10-year schedule.
Holidays
Ten scheduled holidays plus two floating holidays.
Administrative Leave
Administrative employees receive up to 80 hours of administrative leave per calendar year.
Retirement
Enrollment in the State of Alaska Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) is mandatory. Employee/ Employer contributions dependent on PERS Tier Level employee is hired under.
Deferred Compensation Plan
An optional employee-funded 457 deferred compensation program available through MissionSquare Retirement.
IRA & Roth IRA
Available at employee's expense through MissionSquare Retirement.
This is only a Summary Sheet. Please see full Medical/Rx and Dental/Vision Plans for schedule of benefits and coverage. Consult your current Collective Bargaining Agreement as well as applicable KPB policies/procedures regarding other benefits outlined above.
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully, and certify that your responses can be verified from information within your application and by reference?
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COVER LETTER: This job posting requires a cover letter attached to the application. Have you attached your cover letter, as required, which highlights my knowledge, skills, abilities and experience as they pertain to the responsibilities listed in the job description. I understand if this is not attached, my application will not be considered.
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RESUME: This job posting requires a resume attached to the application. I understand if this is not attached, my application will not be considered.
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Please provide name, address, email address, and contact numbers for three (3) professional references.If you have provided this information on your application, this question is N/A.
05
Please provide name, address, email address and contact numbers for three (3) personal references.If you have provided this information on your application, this question is N/A.
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Do you currently possess a valid, unrestricted State of Alaska Driver's License?
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Do you have a bachelor's degree in the environmental science or engineering field with a minimum two years of professional experience in environmental science, hazardous materials or Solid Waste?
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If you answered "no" to question #7 above, do you have relevant work experience in progressively more responsible roles in environmental science, compliance. permitting, and or regulatory agencies, on year-for-year basis?
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Do you have working knowledge of Federal and State regulations (EPA, ADEC, OSHA, etc.)?This is a minimum requirement.
10
Do you have experience or working knowledge in the recognition of hazardous waste?This is a minimum requirement.
Required Question
Location : Soldotna, AK
Job Type: Full-time
Department: SOLID WASTE
Division: SOLID WASTE ADMIN
Opening Date: 02/27/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Definition
Under the general direction and supervision of the Solid Waste Director or designee, the Environmental Program Manager, Solid Waste is responsible for development, review and management ofthe Solid Waste department's Environmental Programs; assisting with overall management of Solid Waste facilities; performing project management of Solid Waste capital improvement projects; ensuring Solid Waste facilities are constructed, developed and operated in accordance with contracts and environmentalregulations; and conducting public meetings and presentations.
Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor's degree in the environmental science or engineering field with a minimum of two years but with a preference of four years' professional experience in environmental science, hazardous materials or Solid Waste. Relevant work experience (e.g., progressively more responsible roles in environmental science, compliance, permitting, and/or regulatory agencies) may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. Strong verbal and written communication skills are required, with significant technical writing experience.A working knowledge of Federal and State regulations (EPA, ADEC, OSHA, etc.) is required. This position requires experience or working knowledge in the recognition of hazardous waste. This role requires a valid and unrestricted Alaska driver license. Also requires overnight travel and travel in small aircraft.
Essential Functions
- Develops and manages the borough's Solid Waste environmental compliance programs and regulatory permitting.
- Oversees compliance with environmental standards for all Borough Solid Waste facilities, which includes site-specific fieldwork (sampling and monitoring), data compilation and assessment, evaluation and interpretation of accumulated data, report preparation and submittal. Maintains environmental records for all Borough Solid Waste facilities.
- Oversees compilation, submittal, and acquisition of permits and approvals from agencies such as the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation, Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, US Fish & Wildlife Service and utility permits. Prepares technical reports for Borough compliance with all permits.
- Reviews and evaluates disposal requests for special waste, demolition debris and other specific wastes. Reviews and evaluates analytical results for water, wastewater, and soil samples. Makes determination regarding waste acceptability. Researches waste disposal regulatory requirements, and develops and makes recommendations for waste disposal policies and guidance documents.
- Oversees the Solid Waste department's landfill gas monitoring program. Collects, manages and evaluates landfill gas data.
- Serves as contract administrator of Environmental Programs for the Solid Waste department including: water monitoring program, landfill gas monitoring program, hazardous waste program and used oil collection program. Provides quality assurance and quality control for various aspects of programs.
- Coordinates, reviews, and approves consultant and contractor submittals and reports.
- Prepares budgets, reports, plans, drawings, specifications, bid documents, contracts, change orders, charts for project scheduling and cost estimates for various types of design, construction, and operations projects.
- Applies contract management, scientific and engineering principles and practices while supporting the department in planning, design, construction and operation of a variety of minor capital improvement and operation projects at Borough Solid Waste facilities, including remote landfills. Primary involvement includes enhancements to the leachate collection and recirculation system; enhancements to the landfill gas collection system; new site selection; cover material acquisition, landfill expansion and landfill closure and reclamation.
- Monitors changes in federal and state regulations and guidance regarding environmental health and safety issues and hazardous materials handling. Leads implementation of required changes to ensure Borough compliance.
- Researches and prepares environmental reports related to Solid Waste facility development and operations. Work may include capacity calculations, alternative waste management methods, facility improvements/modifications, staffing options, safety issues and procedures, code and regulatory reviews and other related tasks.
- Acts as project manager and supervises assigned support staff, if any.
- May be assigned to act as Solid Waste Director or Landfill Manager in their absence.
- Provides public education and community outreach on environmental and Solid Waste related issues.
- Develops and coordinates budgets.
- Develop and tracks environmental compliance, education and training for all Solid Waste employees.
- Coordinates and conducts meetings and public presentations in support of Solid Waste issues.
- Coordinates activities of Borough Solid Waste personnel involved in, or exposed to, hazardous materials during removal, handling or disposal.
- Provides environmental technical support for other Borough departments for water quality, Solid Waste management storage tank management and disposal.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required communicate orally, use hands and fingers dexterously to operate office equipment, and to sit; and occasionally required to stand, walk, climb and balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, reach with hands and arms, transport up to 40 pounds and wear a respirator. Specific vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required Examinations:
A post-employment medical examination and annual medical examinations may be required.
We look forward to reviewing your application. Thank you for applying!
Kenai Peninsula Borough Self-Insured Health/Rx /Dental/Vision Plans
- Coverage begins on date of hire into a regular position.
- Biweekly payroll (24 pay periods); employee's contribution (pre-tax) deduction
- Borough-provided contribution for HSA or HRA
High Deductible Health Plan
Calendar Year Deductible:
Individual - $2,000*
Family - $4,000
*Calendar Year Out-of-Pocket Maximum:
Individual - $5,500 In-Network / $15,000 Out-of-Network
Family - $9,000 In-Network / $30,000 Out-of-Network
Prescription Drug Plan
Calendar Year Deductible:
Individual - $2,000*
Family - $4,000*
* Medical and prescription deductibles are combined and cross-accumulate
* Medical and prescription out-of-pocket maximums are combined and cross-accumulate
Note:A spousal coverage surcharge of $150 per month ($75 per pay period) will be assessed if an employee's spouse declines health coverage available through his or her employer and is enrolled in the KPB Plans, or if the spouse elects to enroll in a reduced benefit plan which shifts primary coverage to the Kenai Peninsula Borough Health Plan.
Employee Health Premiums per Pay Period (24 per year):
Employee $47.50 ($95/month)
Spouse $47.50 ($95/month)
Children (1 - 5)$12.50 (per each child / $25 per child/per month)
Children (6+) $75 ($150 total/month)
Dental Plan
Calendar Year Deductible
Individual - $75 / Family - $250
Annual Maximum Benefit per Person - $2,500
Vision Plan
There is no deductible applicable to the Vision Plan
Eligible expenses include eye exams, lenses and frames and contact lenses.
Dental/Vision Premiums per Pay Period (24 per year):
Coverage for employee and all eligible, enrolled dependents$15 ($30/month)
Borough Contribution to HSA or HRA
Health Savings Account
Calendar Year Contribution
$1,500 Individual / $3,000 Family
Health Reimbursement Arrangement
Calendar Year Contribution
$1,500 Individual / $3,000 Family
Employees who elect to participate in, and meet eligibility requirements for, the HRA or HSA, shall have the Employer's contribution, *pro-rated, deposited into their account in equal monthly installments during the first pay period paid on the first payday of each month.
*pro-rated is defined as $125.00 per month for an individual or $250.00 per month for a family, based on month of hire for new hires. This is based on the Boroughs contribution for a Full-Time employee of $1500.00 per year for an individual or $3000.00 per year for a family.
Guardian Flight AirMed & LifeMed AK transportation
Discount family membership available at employee's expense.
Employee Assistance Program
Available at no cost to employee and family members 24/7, through Magellan Health.
Flexible Spending Account
Pre-tax payroll deduction for qualified medical/dental expenses available at employee's expense.
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Pre-tax payroll deduction for dependent care expenses available at employee's expense.
Group Life and AD&D
A life insurance policy for all regular status employees in an amount equal to the employee's annual salary. A $2,000 policy is also provided for spouse and dependent children.
Additional Group Life and AD&D
Additional life insurance available at employee's expense.
Supplemental Policies
Available through Colonial Life at employee's expense.
Personal Leave-Paid Time Off-PTO
Employees accrue 6.47 hours of PTO from date of hire and it is available to use immediately. Accrual increases according to a 2, 5, and 10-year schedule.
Holidays
Ten scheduled holidays plus two floating holidays.
Administrative Leave
Administrative employees receive up to 80 hours of administrative leave per calendar year.
Retirement
Enrollment in the State of Alaska Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) is mandatory. Employee/ Employer contributions dependent on PERS Tier Level employee is hired under.
Deferred Compensation Plan
An optional employee-funded 457 deferred compensation program available through MissionSquare Retirement.
IRA & Roth IRA
Available at employee's expense through MissionSquare Retirement.
This is only a Summary Sheet. Please see full Medical/Rx and Dental/Vision Plans for schedule of benefits and coverage. Consult your current Collective Bargaining Agreement as well as applicable KPB policies/procedures regarding other benefits outlined above.
01
Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully, and certify that your responses can be verified from information within your application and by reference?
- Yes
- No
02
COVER LETTER: This job posting requires a cover letter attached to the application. Have you attached your cover letter, as required, which highlights my knowledge, skills, abilities and experience as they pertain to the responsibilities listed in the job description. I understand if this is not attached, my application will not be considered.
- Yes
- No
03
RESUME: This job posting requires a resume attached to the application. I understand if this is not attached, my application will not be considered.
- Yes
- No
04
Please provide name, address, email address, and contact numbers for three (3) professional references.If you have provided this information on your application, this question is N/A.
05
Please provide name, address, email address and contact numbers for three (3) personal references.If you have provided this information on your application, this question is N/A.
06
Do you currently possess a valid, unrestricted State of Alaska Driver's License?
- Yes
- No
07
Do you have a bachelor's degree in the environmental science or engineering field with a minimum two years of professional experience in environmental science, hazardous materials or Solid Waste?
- Yes
- No
08
If you answered "no" to question #7 above, do you have relevant work experience in progressively more responsible roles in environmental science, compliance. permitting, and or regulatory agencies, on year-for-year basis?
- Yes
- No
09
Do you have working knowledge of Federal and State regulations (EPA, ADEC, OSHA, etc.)?This is a minimum requirement.
- Yes
- No
10
Do you have experience or working knowledge in the recognition of hazardous waste?This is a minimum requirement.
- Yes
- No
Required Question
