Environmental Regulatory Specialist — Utilities

National Association of Clean Water Agencies; San Francisco, Northern (CA, KY); On-site; USD 131,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) is seeking a Regulatory Specialist to help ensure compliance with federal, state and local environmental regulations across waste, water, and project activities. The role emphasizes reviewing plans, coordinating with agencies, and providing regulatory guidance to management.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a natural science or related field, at least four years of environmental permitting or regulatory experience, and a California

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in natural sciences, engineering, environmental or resource planning or related field.
• Four years of verifiable work experience in environmental permitting and regulations; environmental investigations; environmental or other regulatory compliance; or environmental project management; or utility regulatory analysis.
• Possession of a valid California driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Research and track all federal, state and local regulations that may affect the department.
• Advise management of pertinent and timely regulations and make recommendations on the appropriate departmental actions.
• Reviews plans including planning and development plans, capital improvement project plans, property management & maintenance plans, and other related plans.
• Performs or oversees consultants' performance of an environmental sample collection and analysis program.
• Assists in making technical presentations to regulatory agencies and related public agencies.
• Implements and assists in developing permit processing and inspection practices and procedures related to compliance with regulations affecting operations and facilities maintenance projects, property development and management and land-use programs to manage environmental liabilities.
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with a diverse staff.
• Establishes and maintains permit files.
• Drivers city vehicles to various wastewater facilities and sites in the City and adjacent locations.
• Performs all related duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in natural sciences, engineering, environmental or resource planning or related field

Job description

San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) is seeking a Regulatory Specialist to help ensure compliance with federal, state and local environmental regulations across waste, water, and project activities. The role emphasizes reviewing plans, coordinating with agencies, and providing regulatory guidance to management.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a natural science or related field, at least four years of environmental permitting or regulatory experience, and a California