Environmental Compliance Specialist Senior

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Environmental Science, Life Science, Natural Science, or related field, plus six (6) 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.

Notes to Applicants
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW :
Please learn more about our department and how we serve our community: What does the Watershed Protection Department do?

POSITION OVERVIEW :
This position will inspect the condition of storm water drainage infrastructure and waterways for the citizens of Austin and provide guidance of necessary corrective work to protect lives and minimize flooding to property, homes and roadways. As a senior role, this position will also help to provide training and coordination to a team of investigators.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION :
Job Offer is contingent on passing a Criminal Background Investigation.

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS :
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 points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

EDUCATION :
Verification of education will be conducted on the top candidate.

BENEFITS :
Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click here for more information.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS :
Must be able to work in various types of conditions and environments while conducting fieldwork/site visits/surveys. Work may involve exposure to heat, cold, rain, snow, wind, steep slopes, uneven surfaces, creeks/lakes/rivers, confined spaces, homeless encampments, chemical fumes/vapors/gases, dust particles, smoke, high vehicular traffic areas, loud noise, unpleasant odors, and accident scenes.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
Must be able to carry/lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs. (e.g., opening manholes and oil/grit trap covers, deploying large spill containment booms and pads in a waterway, collecting and transporting containers of abandoned pollutants). Ability to climb/stand/bend/stoop/walk/paddle/squat/kneel/reach above shoulder level to conduct field work/site visits/surveys (e.g., hiking in rough terrain with equipment, walking long distances, looking under and around objects, driving to an emergency situation, connecting trailer to truck, paddling kayak or canoe). Ability to use Personal Protective Equipment ( PPE ), specialized garments or other protective equipment (e.g., respirator, fall protection, self-contained breathing apparatus, high visibility uniform, rubber boots, safety glasses, hard hat, face shield, personal floatation device, gas/vapor monitors, photoionization detector, mobile GPS , hip waders, confined space tripod, and harness system).

ESSENTIAL STATUS :

This position has been designated as an Essential Employee position. In the event of a city-designated extraordinary situation or emergency condition, essential employees provide services that impact the public health, safety, utility services, and welfare of members of the Austin community and other employees, as well as ensure the continuity of essential operations. Essential Employees may be called back in during such events, required to modify their schedule, assigned to a City-designated work site, or retained on-site to assist with operations and recovery.

ABOUT YOUR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION (Please read carefully):
When completing the City of Austin Employment Application:

• Include details on the application or prior or current work history with the City of Austin.
• A resume and cover letter are required. They do not substitute for a complete employment application.
• A detailed and complete employment application will help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position.
• Include details on the application of any previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications and relevant experience. Provide each job title and employment dates for all jobs on the application. Your work history should include duties you performed. “See Resume” is not acceptable, and your application will be considered incomplete.
• Work history must include the month and year of employment and whether it was full or part-time work.
• Any relevant work history on the resume must also be reflected in the employment application in order to be considered.

Pay Range
$31.81 - $39.76

Hours
40 hours per week, Monday - Friday.

After hours on-call work schedule is on a rotating shift. Must be agreeable to accepting on-call assignments which may result in a call-back to work during nights, weekends, and holidays. Additionally, may require scheduled work outside of normal business hours as dictated by business needs.
Job Close Date 06/28/2024 Type of Posting External Department Watershed Protection Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 6301 H - Harold Court, Austin Texas Preferred Qualifications
Experience inspecting or maintaining multiple types of storm water infrastructure.
Experience using GIS to analyze and interpret data.
Experience working with contractors.
Experience using Maximo or another asset management system to enter data and research relevant information.
Experience researching and interpreting infrastructure plans/easement documents.
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.

Coordinates, directs, and/or conducts investigations and surveys related to environmental issues and programs. Issues directives and performs enforcement actions for non-compliance with code and/or regulations. 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- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

May provide leadership, guidance, and technical support to others.
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.
• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
• 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.
• Ability to train others.

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for 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
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.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for the Environmental Compliance Specialist Senior are graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Environmental Science, Life Science, Natural Science, or related field, plus six (6) 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. Do you meet the minimum qualifications as described?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a Valid Class C Driver License. Do you have a Valid Class C Driver License or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a Valid Class C Driver License by your hire date?

• Yes
• No

* The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that External New Hires meet the City’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. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful Criminal Background Investigation (CBI) to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation (CBI).

* Were you referred to this job opportunity by a Watershed Protection Department employee? If yes, please provide the employee's first and last name.
(Open Ended Question)
* This position requires after hours on-call work schedule on a rotating shift. Are you agreeable to accepting on-call assignments which may result in a call-back to work during nights, weekends, and holidays and a work schedule outside of normal business hours as dictated by business needs?

• Yes
• No

* Please describe your experience inspecting or maintaining storm water infrastructure.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please explain your experience using GIS to analyze and interpret data.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please explain your experience working with contractors.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please explain your experience with asset management systems.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please explain your experience researching important information related to drainage infrastructure. How did your research help you to make an informed decision?
(Open Ended Question)


Optional & Required Documents

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