Environmental Compliance & Planning Coordinator (Flexible Hours)

City of Durham; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Durham’s Water Management Department seeks candidates to support sampling, monitoring and reporting activities ensuring compliance with environmental permits. You will assist in inspections, policy development, and public education while coordinating with senior staff on project plans and schedules.

The role requires an Associate’s degree in a related field, 3 years of experience, and a NC driver’s license (or ability to obtain within 60 days). Training provided as needed.

Qualifications

• Three years of related experience in environmental science or water management.
• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver’s license or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.
• Coursework related to environmental science or environmental technology may be preferred.
• North Carolina pretreatment, wastewater collection system or wastewater laboratory certification preferred for industrial assignments.

Responsibilities

• Perform sampling, testing, monitoring, analysis and reporting of wastewater to ensure compliance with environmental permits.
• Coordinate schedules, training, and public education; assist with project management and policy development.
• Respond to customer concerns; provide customer service and education; testifying in court as assigned.
• Maintain equipment, inventories, databases and prepare notices, permits and documentation.
• Assist in on-site inspections of facilities and utility systems to ensure compliance with codes and regulations.

Skills

Three years of related experience

Valid NC Driver’s license

Education

Associate’s degree in environmental science, chemistry, biology, or directly related field

Job description

City of Durham’s Water Management Department seeks candidates to support sampling, monitoring and reporting activities ensuring compliance with environmental permits. You will assist in inspections, policy development, and public education while coordinating with senior staff on project plans and schedules.

The role requires an Associate’s degree in a related field, 3 years of experience, and a NC driver’s license (or ability to obtain within 60 days). Training provided as needed.