The Job
Priority Review Date is Monday , February 12, 2024 Apply ASAP for priority consideration. S an Bernardino County's Special Districts Water and Sanitation Division is recruiting for a
Regulatory Compliance Specialist to join our team and perform a variety of complex responsibilities related to the division's Regulatory Compliance Program. This position is responsible for overseeing the technical analyses and documentation of permitting and water quality requirements associated with environmental quality matters, as well as safety training and evaluation, control of hazards, and emergency planning and response in relation to community water utilities.
This position is located in San Bernardino.For more detailed information, refer to the Regulatory Compliance Specialist job description.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Certification: A California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Water Distribution Operator Grade D-2 and CDPH Water Treatment Operator Grade T-1 must be obtained within 18 months of employment or may be terminated.
Travel: Travel throughout the County is required. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation and may be required to use personal vehicles (mileage reimbursement is available). At the time of hire, a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced for the individual providing the transportation.
Sponsorship: Please note that San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Minimum Requirements
Candidate must meet ONE of the following options:
Option 1: Four (4) years of experience in a regulatory compliance, permit acquisition, occupational health or safety, industrial hygiene, or environmental engineering program. Qualifying experience must include reviewing, preparing, and evaluating regulatory permits, and analyzing compliance with regulatory programs.
Option 2: Four (4) years of experience in a water or wastewater program with responsibility for overseeing the operations and maintenance of water distribution or wastewater collection systems and compliance with related regulations.
Substitution: Possession of an Associate's Degree, or possession of 30 units of related coursework and possession of D2 & T1 certifications, may substitute for up to 2 years of qualifying experience as listed above. Ensure education is clearly identified if using this substitution.
NOTE: Ensure your work history clearly details qualifying responsibilities, including waste/water permits acquisition; analysis and recommendations for waste/water compliance; researching, interpreting, and applying Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, and codes related to the operation of waste/water facilities; development of air, land, and water quality objectives; and use of safety methods and procedures.
Desired Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
- Experience analyzing compliance with regulatory programs related to water, wastewater and/or air quality
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies, Science, Math, or a closely related field
- California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Water Distribution Operator Grade D-2 certificate
- CDPH Water Treatment Operator Grade T-2 certificate
- State Water Resources Control Board Wastewater Treatment Plan Operator License Grade 2 certificate
- Lead worker or supervisory experience
Selection Process
Application Procedure: To receive consideration for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application and/or the supplemental questionnaire.
Priority Application Review Date: Applications received by February 12, 2024, will be included in the first review/processing of applications; subsequent reviews may be conducted as needed to meet business needs. Apply asap as recruitment may close at any time once sufficient qualified applications are received.
Selection Process : The selection process will consist of a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the application and responses to the supplemental questions. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the appointing authority for further consideration. Candidates advancing in the selection process will receive further information/instructions via email only.
Completing the Online Application: To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted filing deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records.
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EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.
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www.sbcounty.gov/jobsNon-Represented Compensation PlanThe County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
For a summary of benefits, please click here .
A summary of benefits is provided below. Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .
Closing Date/Time: Continuous
