Environmental Compliance Inspector (Bilingual)

City of Simi Valley; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bilingual stipend

Excellent benefits

Job summary

California Water Environment Association Inc. seeks a full-time Environmental Compliance Inspector to educate the public about environmental programs and conduct compliance inspections.

The role requires two years of related inspection experience and CWEA certifications, with a bilingual designation advantageous. Applicants must have a high school diploma with college coursework in chemistry, biology or environmental science, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to obtain CWEA

Qualifications

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by college-level coursework in chemistry, biology, environmental science or a related field.
• Two years of increasingly responsible environmental inspection, sampling, and enforcement experience.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid driver’s license.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a CWEA Grade I Environmental Compliance Inspector certificate within one year of hire.
• Possession of a CWEA Grade II Environmental Compliance Inspector certificate is desirable.
• Fluency in Spanish or another foreign language for bilingual designation.

Responsibilities

• Educate the public about environmental programs and perform compliance inspections.
• Respond to complaints related to water waste, illicit discharges, odors, and hazardous materials.
• Follow procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and safety in public works operations.

Education

High school diploma

College coursework in chemistry, biology, environmental science

Tools

CWEA Grade I Environmental Compliance Inspector

CWEA Grade II Environmental Compliance Inspector

Job description

Have you ever thought about a career in the Public Works Environmental Compliance Sector?

Do you have a passion for protecting natural resources and the environment?

Are you looking for a dynamic career where environmental regulations are ever-changing, but the organization is stable?

Does the idea of educating the public about environmental programs, and performing compliance inspections interest you?

Then we want to talk to you!

Position Details:

Salary Range: $33.65 - $43.65 Hourly + Excellent Benefits

• 3% Cost of Living adjustment increase effective 7/12/27
  • Generally, salary placement is at the beginning of the salary range.
  • Advanced placement may be granted depending on related education and experience.
  • NOTE: The City recently completed a compensation study comparing its salary ranges with those of other local agencies. As a result, 87% of salary ranges will be adjusted upward at various intervals. As ranges are adjusted, job postings will be updated to reflect these changes.

Bilingual Stipend: $50.00/month. This position is designated as bilingual, and the candidate must be fluent in Spanish or another foreign language to be eligible for selection. A language proficiency test will be administered to verify fluency.

Status: Full‑time, Regular

Schedule: 9/80 work schedule with alternating Friday off

Minimum Qualifications:

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Training:

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by college-level coursework in chemistry, biology, environmental science or a related field.

Experience:

• Two years of increasingly responsible environmental inspection, sampling, and enforcement experience.

Licenses or Certificates:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver’s license.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Grade I Environmental Compliance Inspector certificate within one year of hire.
• Possession of a CWEA Grade II Environmental Compliance Inspector certificate is desirable.

The Ideal Candidate Will Possess:

• College-level coursework in environmental science, biology, chemistry, water resource management, or a closely related field
• A broad understanding of environmental regulations, including water conservation and efficiency, stormwater, wastewater pretreatment, solid waste and recycling, and hazardous materials/waste
• The ability to interpret, explain, and apply federal, state, and local environmental and water policies, standards, rules, and regulations
• Clear and concise communication skills, both oral and written
• Experience responding to complaints related to water waste, illicit discharges, odors, and hazardous materials in both public and private sectors
• The ability to handle difficult or unusual situations involving businesses, residents, and City personnel with professionalism and tact
• Defining characteristics such as dependability, a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and the ability to follow directions with transparency