Environmental and Regulatory Coordinator

burlesontx; Burleson (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Burleson is seeking an Environmental Specialist to oversee program areas related to the environmental condition of the community. This role coordinates TPDES permit compliance, mosquito surveillance and abatement, water conservation activities, and enforcement of applicable codes and policies.

The position involves providing technical assistance to the public and supervising assigned staff, contractors, and vendors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field.
• At least two years of experience in environmental science, environmental health, or related field.
• Education, training, experience or certifications/licenses may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate TPDES permit compliance activities.
• Oversee mosquito surveillance and abatement program.
• Support water conservation and local environmental enforcement.
• Provide technical assistance and information to the public.
• Prioritize, assign, and evaluate work of staff, contractors, and vendors.
• Duties may occur outside normal hours.

Skills

Environmental health

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

PRIMARY DUTY:

This role performs a variety of functions related to certain aspects of the environmental condition of the community. Areas of focus include coordination of the city's compliance with our Texas Pollution Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) permit, execution of the mosquito surveillance & abatement program, participation in water conservation activities & enforcement, supporting compliance with a broad range of current state and local environmental codes, regulations and policies, and providing technical assistance and information to the public. The position also prioritizes, assigns, and evaluates the work of assigned employees, contractors, and vendors in related functional areas. Duties may occur outside of normal working hours.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or a related field of study is required.
• At least two (2) years of experience in environmental science, environmental health, or a related field.
• Any combination of education, training, experience, and/or certification/licenses that provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

• A valid Class "C" driver license with a good driving record.
• Texas Department of Agriculture Pesticide Applicators License.
• 40 HR HAZWOPER OSHA certification.