Environmental Resources Compliance Coordinator

City-of-Delray-Beach,-Fl; Delray Beach (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Delray Beach is seeking an Environmental Compliance Specialist to coordinate the environmental compliance of utilities permits, IPP, and Cross Connection Control programs. You will advise the public on regulations and assist with data collection, file management, and quality control of data and reports.

Responsibilities include enforcing program requirements, inspecting industrial sites, maintaining tracking systems, and communicating complex rules to diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Hydrology, Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of two years of experience with utility-related water and wastewater regulatory cross-connection programs.
• Industrial Pretreatment 'C' level certification or the ability to obtain within one year.
• Ability to perform research and prepare white papers, reports and other communication.
• Organizational and planning skills.
• Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Review new legislation for impact on existing ordinances and policies with Environmental Resources Compliance Manager.
• Prepare and distribute notifications of non-compliance.
• Initiate enforcement of Cross-Connection Control Program and IPP violations.
• Coordinate site inspections of City storage facilities and industrial users.
• Explain applicable ordinances, rules and practices to the public via various media.
• Maintain Cross Connection Control Program Backflow Tracking System.
• Maintain records and inspections for IPP, Tanks Program, Well-field Protection, Storm Water, Backflow Program for yearly audit.
• Attend inspections by Palm Beach County’s DERM regarding IPP and Backflow for City sites.
• Ensure programs comply with environmental regulations and best practices.
• Collect samples from industrial users.
• Inspect facilities for compliance with containment requirements.
• Foster positive employee relations across the City.
• Work with Communications staff on public notifications protocols.
• Possibility of after-hours field visits, presentations, and events.
• Perform duties according to Palm Beach County Code of Ethics and Florida Statutes 112.313.

Skills

Research & report writing

Communication

Organizational skills

Public interaction

Driving license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hydrology/Geology/Environmental Science/Engineering or related field

Job description

Veterans' Preference Applies

EEO Statement

The City of Delray Beach does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability, marital status, family status or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services

Non-Smoking

The City of Delray Beach is aNon-Tobacco Workplace. The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco or nicotine products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment. The definition of "tobacco or nicotine products" includes but is not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes, snuff, e-cigarettes and nicotine patches or gum.

This is administrative work coordinating the environmental compliance of all utilities permits, the Citywide industrial pretreatment program (IPP), and the Citywide Cross Connection Control Program. This position assists with advising the public on environmental regulations and initiating enforcement activities. The work involves assisting with data collection, file management, database maintenance, basic data analysis and quality control of same. This work entails assisting with public contact explaining code/rule compliance and making recommendations to water utility department customers or their representatives.

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Works with Environmental Resources Compliance Manager to review new legislation for impact on existing ordinances and policies.
• Prepares and distributes notifications of non-compliance.
• Initiates enforcement of Cross-Connection Control Program and IPP violations.
• Coordinate site inspections of City storage facilities and industrial users.
• Explains applicable ordinances, rules and standard practices to public through a variety of media.
• Maintains Cross Connection Control Program Backflow Tracking System.
• Maintains records and inspections for IPP, Tanks Program, Well-field Protection, Storm Water, Backflow Program for Yearly Audit on program.
• Attends inspections by Palm Beach County’s Department of Environmental Resource Management (DERM) regarding all IPP and Backflow prevention regulated City sites
• Ensures programs and procedures comply with environmental and regulatory requirements, in accordance with industry standards and accepted best practices.
• Collects samples from industrial users.
• Inspects general industrial facilities for compliance with secondary containment requirements for storage of hazardous and restricted materials.
• Fosters positive employee relations and employee morale on a City-wide basis.
• Works with City communications staff on developing and implementing protocols for public notifications.
• Employee may be subject to work outside normal business hours for field visits, presentations, and other events.
• Perform all functions and responsibilities according to the Palm Beach County Code of Ethics and Florida State Statutes 112.313.

• Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university in Hydrology, Geology, Environmental

Science, Engineering or related field.

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience with utility-related water and wastewater regulatory cross connection programs.
• Industrial Pretreatment “C” level Certification or the ability to obtain within one year in the position.
• Ability to perform research and prepare white papers, reports and other communication.
• Organizational and planning skills.
• Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License with a good driving record.

Ability to perform research and prepare white papers, reports and other communication. Knowledge of federal, state, and local government environmental laws, ordinances, and regulations relating to water and wastewater. Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions involved in cross-connections and storage tank inspections. Ability to read, review, and interpret as-built drawings related to cross-connections. Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Ability to keep accurate records. Ability to operate a personal computer including data entry and word processing. Ability to assess facilities for potential cross-connections.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with representatives of governmental agencies, the plumbing and fire technician community, other employees and utility customers. Ability to perform a variety of tasks independently under general supervision.

The abilities expected of all employees include being able to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies, be appropriately groomed and attired so as to present a professional image in accordance with the organization’s mission, goals, and policies; report for work promptly and properly prepared at the time and place required by the assignment or orders; notify the appropriate supervisor of intended absences in accordance with stated rules; conform with standards and rules regarding use of accrued time; demonstrate a polite, helpful and courteous manner when engaged in any activity with the public; operate and care for equipment to manufacturer’s specifications and/or within the specified parameters; demonstrate an understanding, consideration, and respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with the public and colleagues.

A comparable combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position, may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear, use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk, stand, drive. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to occasionally wear personal protective equipment when necessary, such as: hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing and respiratory protection, fall harness, and gloves. Works inside and outside, so may be periodically exposed to extreme temperatures, animals/insects, confined spaces, electrical and mechanical hazards, heights, noises, dust, fumes, vapors, and other respiratory irritants.

SELECTION GUIDELINES:

Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check, job related tests might be required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement with the employer, and requirements of the job change.