Environmental Compliance Specialist

City of Irving; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Irving is seeking an Environmental Compliance Specialist to enforce environmental regulations and support water quality programs. A Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, or a related field and two years of testing and sampling experience are required.

Responsibilities include inspections, permit reviews, monitoring plan development, technical reporting, and responding to inquiries while on call. A Texas driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in environmental science, biology or related field.
• Two years of experience in water or wastewater testing and sampling.
• Valid Texas driver's license.
• Must obtain required licenses within one year of hire (BPAT, CSI or other).
• Must lift up to 50 pounds and work in varying environmental conditions.
• Night and weekend hours may be required.

Responsibilities

• Enforce federal, state and local environmental regulations.
• Conduct water quality inspections, sampling and monitoring.
• Review industrial pretreatment permits and investigate complaints.
• Develop monitoring plans and prepare technical reports.
• Respond to public inquiries; issue citations and notices of violation.
• Maintain sampling equipment and participate in on-call rotations.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in environmental science, biology or related field

Tools

TCEQ Class C Water Distribution Operator

Wastewater Collection Class II Operator

BPAT

CSI

Job description

Duties include enforcing federal, state and local environmental regulations; conducting water quality inspections, sampling and monitoring; reviewing industrial pretreatment permits; investigating environmental complaints and ensuring corrective actions; developing monitoring plans; preparing technical reports; responding to public inquiries; issuing citations and notices of violation; maintaining sampling equipment; responding to environmental emergencies; participating in an on-call rotation; and performing related duties as assigned. A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in environmental science, biology or a related field and two years of experience in water or wastewater systems testing and sampling required. Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license. Must obtain TCEQ Class C Water Distribution Operator and Wastewater Collection Class II Operator licenses and Work Zone Traffic Safety certification within one year of hire. Depending on assigned specialty, TCEQ Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester (BPAT), Customer Service Inspector (CSI) or other licenses may be required within one year of hire. Must possess knowledge of environmental regulations, water quality testing and sampling procedures, and strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work in varying environmental conditions. Night and weekend hours are sometimes required. A résumé must be submitted with application.

PAY GRADE GG19 / FULL PAY RANGE $28.05 - $39.55 PER HOUR

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As a leader in water quality management, Irving Water Utilities strives to implement water quality protection standards and practices for its facilities and projects, and to maintain and implement state and federal water quality standards to a growing population of over 200,000. Water Utilities implements innovative and effective actions designed to provide excellent water quality and achieve high environmental leadership goals. Irving's role as a water quality leader is to ensure the highest level of environmental protection for the Irving community. Our staff participates in activities and events and serves on committees to facilitate the protection, improvement and good stewardship of watersheds in North Central Texas.

The City of Irving strives to be the most inclusive, welcoming, respectful and understanding municipal organization in North Texas. Irving is home to one of the most diverse ZIP codes in the nation, with many religions, races, nationalities and beliefs represented. The city acknowledges that its employees’ diversity make them uniquely qualified to serve. This is achieved by building and nurturing an employment base that better reflects the races, cultures, faiths, gender identities, generations and philosophies of the community. The goal is to create programming and engagement opportunities, implement best and emerging practices, and foster an environment of understanding and respect. This allows for equitable access to programs and services, removal of barriers for engagement, and a culture of safety, trust and belonging.