Senior Environmental Analyst - Public Works Water Management

Salary : $61,318.40 - $78,686.40 Annually
Location : Eureka, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 24-00070
Department:Public Works
Division: 251 - Water Management
Opening Date: 03/08/2024
Closing Date: 3/29/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
DEFINITION
Senior Environmental Analyst
This position focuses on developing, coordinating, and implementing the County's municipal storm water and sustainable groundWater Management programs. Key duties for this assignment include building collaborative partnerships, applying best available scientific information, developing projects to address identified needs, collecting and analyzing environmental data, coordinating with consultants and contractors, and overseeing project delivery. This position may also be responsible for assisting with environmental analysis and permitting of infrastructure projects, assisting with site contamination investigation and remediation, developing grant applications, supporting the administration and implementation of grant agreements, and coordinating improvement projects within Humboldt County's parks, trails, and community forest. Experience with water resources, project coordination, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is beneficial.
What You'll Do:
Under general supervision, performs complex, difficult and specialized work in the Environmental Services Division; plans and coordinates the implementation of special programs and projects; prepares and reviews technical environmental documents; obtains permits for County projects; may assign and review the work of other staff; performs related work as assigned.
Where You'll Do It:
Primary workstation is located at*:
Humboldt County Public Works
1106 Second Street
Eureka, CA 95501
*Work will be conducted Humboldt County-wide
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the specialist and/or working lead level in the Environmental Analyst series. This position performs the more complex, difficult and technical assignments and is responsible for the implementation of specialized environmental programs or projects. This position may have responsibility for directing the work of lower level staff performing a variety of responsible environmental services duties. This class is distinguished from the Environmental Services Manager in that the latter has management responsibility for the activities and functions of the Environmental Services Division.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Coordinates, implements and/or directs a variety of activities relating to environmental and natural resources management and planning including special programs and projects.
• Participates in program development and developing policies and procedures.
• Compiles and analyzes data and information to prepare technical environmental documents for review by other governmental agencies.
• Assists users in accessing a data bank containing a variety of environmental resource and impact information and in locating other sources of environmental data.
• Prepares materials for permit applications; applies for and obtains permits from other governmental agencies for various County projects.
• Conducts impact analysis on natural and cultural resources such as air and water quality, fish habitat, wetlands, archaeology and noise pollution; prepares summary of findings and develops recommendations.
• Performs field inspections and monitoring of project sites and facilities.
• Confers with staff from other divisions and provides input regarding environmental resource considerations in the design of County projects; provides technical expertise to other County staff to ensure compliance with environmental laws and regulations.
• Participates in preparing grant applications, establishing program budgets and monitors funds; prepares statistical information and reports.
• Works with consultants to prepare contracts and service agreements; monitors the work of such consultants.
• Maintains files and records, compiles data and prepares technical and administrative reports; prepares displays, maps, charts and other visual aids for reports and public presentations.
• Attends public and other governmental agency meetings to gather and provide information regarding the environmental impact of proposed projects; collaborates with community groups and other agencies to plan various projects; prepares reports and presentations for the Board of Supervisors.
• Conducts special studies, maintains accurate records and files and prepares varied correspondence and narrative reports.
• May assign, direct, and review the work of other staff; may participate in the selection, training and evaluation of other employees.
• Monitors developments in the environmental management/natural resources field, evaluates their impact upon County activities and functions, and recommends policy and procedure changes.

QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:

• Theories, principles and practices of natural resource planning and preservation, including environmental research and analysis.
• Legislation and technical standards relating to environmental services and quality.
• Uses, impact, storage and disposal parameters of chemical pollutants and hazardous wastes.
• Basic theories and principles of earth and biological sciences, such as biology, chemistry, botany, zoology, geology, and soils.
• Analysis techniques, project management and report writing techniques.
• Basic budgeting and professional service contract management practices.
• Business and scientific computer applications related to the work.
• Basic supervisory principles and practices.

Skill in:

• Compiling and analyzing complex technical and statistical environmental data.
• Interpreting and applying laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Operating drafting, cartographic and photographic instruments and equipment.
• Coordinating multiple projects and meeting deadlines.
• Exercising sound independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other County staff, community agencies and the public.
• Maintaining accurate manual and computerized records and files.
• Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.

Other Requirements:
Must possess a valid California driver's license.
Desirable Education and Experience:
A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills outlined above is:
Equivalent to graduation from a four year college or university with major coursework in natural resources management, environmental engineering or a closely related field, and three years of experience in providing technical support and analyses for a variety of environmental and natural resource documents and projects.
WORKING CONDITIONS & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
EMPLOYEE PERKS
For more information about County benefits, visit our benefits webpage:
For more details about employee perks, see our Employee Perks flyer:
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How long does it take to fill out the application?

• You should allow 30 - 45 minutes to fill out your application.

Can I change my application after submitting it?

• You may only submit one application per day.
• You may submit an edited application after waiting at least one day from your initial submission.
• Only the most recent application submitted will be considered. All other applications will be archived.

How long until I hear back from you?

• You can expect to hear back from Human Resources about 3 - 4 weeks after the closing date listed on the job posting.

How can I check for updates on my application?

• You can log into your Government Jobs account and review current information regarding any application you have submitted.

Will I be informed if I am not selected for an interview?

• Yes, you will be informed if you are not selected for an interview.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION
Research indicates that individuals in protected classes can be less likely to submit a job application. The County of Humboldt is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where our employees are free to bring their full selves to work each day in an environment that allows them to reach their full potential. The County Board of Supervisors has made organizational commitments to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and the County is working to ensure that these commitments are reflected in all we do. The County recognizes that certain populations (BIPOC, Disabled Persons, Veterans, LGBTQIA+ community members, etc.) face systemic and structural challenges which may inhibit their ability to satisfy every requirement of the position. In recognition of these structural and systemic factors, the Human Resources Department understands that experience can be gained in many ways - oftentimes, outside of formal institutions - and strives to take a holistic approach to in assessing an applicant's qualifications for a position.
If you're excited about this role but your past work experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply.
HOW TO APPLY
A complete, original application must be filed for each position you are interested in applying for. Applications must be submitted online through the County's automated application system at no later than the final filing date listed on the job flyer. All applications are screened by both Human Resources staff and may be screened by additional subject matter experts. The most qualified candidates may then be invited for further testing.
It is important that your application shows all the relevant experience and education you possess. Human Resources staff does not consider or review resumes or attachments.
Please read the job requirements section of the announcement. Be sure you meet these requirements since they will be carefully evaluated during the selection process. Your performance in any employment examinations will be compared with the performance of others who take the tests. All candidates who pass will be ranked according to their scores. The examination results will be emailed to you as quickly as possible.
CalPERS RETIREMENT PROGRAM
Employees fall into one of the following tiers based on the date you first start working for the County or any other employer that uses CalPERS for retirement.

• Tier I - Prior to 7/5/2012: 2.7% @ 55
• Tier II - Post 7/6/2012: 2% @ 55
• Tier III - Post 1/1/2013: 2% @ 62

If this is your first job with a CalPERS employer, you'd be in Tier III.

• 2% means that for every year you work for the County, you will receive 2% of your maximum annual pay rate for every year that you work for us (or other CalPERS employers) if you work the required minimum number of years (that's called vesting) and retire after the age following the @.
• If you work 20 years and retire at 62 years of age, you will receive 20 x 2% or 40% of your maximum annual pay rate every year in retirement payments.

SELECTION PROCEDURE
The County runs its hiring on a set of rules to ensure that it is fair. Hiring and promotion are based on performance and having the best qualifications for the job. "Examination" doesn't always mean taking a test, sometimes it just means how we compare your application to others who have applied, and an "oral examination" means a scored and structured interview.
POLICY OF NONDISCRIMINATION
The County of Humboldt does not discriminate based on mental or physical disability in the admission or access to, treatment or employment in, its programs or activities. The Human Resources Department is located in the Humboldt County Courthouse, which has an accessible entrance on 4th Street. Accessible parking is available adjacent to the 4th Street entrance and on the 4th Street side of the K Street lot. Special testing arrangements may be made to accommodate disabilities or religious convictions. Contact the Human Resources Department at (707) 476-2349 well in advance of the examination to request an accommodation.
The County is an equal opportunity employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religion or religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, military service, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws or ordinances.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION
A pre-employment medical examination provided by the County may be required upon offer of employment.
OTHER EXAMINATIONS
Some positions also require psychological evaluation and/or extensive background investigation.
LICENSES
Some classifications require possession of valid professional and/or technical licenses. Some classifications may require the possession of a valid California driver's license.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD
Persons appointed to regular County positions serve a probationary period. This is normally six (6) months but could be up to one (1) year. All designated safety employees serve a one-year probationary period.
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY
It is the County's intention to hire only those workers who are authorized to work in the United States, pursuant to the Immigration Act of 1990. If you are offered employment, you will be required to verify your eligibility to work in the United States. For law enforcement positions you will be required to verify your U.S. citizenship or legalized status.
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