Environmental Services Program Coordinator

City of Chandler, Arizona; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Volunteer time off

Medical plans

Dental & vision coverage

Arizona State retirement system with 1

Wellness program

Job summary

The City of Chandler is seeking an Environmental Services Program Coordinator to lead environmental compliance activities, with emphasis on stormwater management and MS4 permits. This full-time role supports City departments, ensuring regulatory adherence and program oversight.

Qualified candidates will have a related Bachelor's degree and 4+ years in regulatory compliance or environmental management, plus a valid driver's license and respirator fit testing within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• 4 years of experience with regulatory compliance or environmental management activities.
• Must pass a respirator fit testing within 6 months of hire or promotion.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide complex technical and regulatory compliance guidance to City departments, focusing on stormwater management and compliance.
• Implement, maintain, and monitor the City's environmental compliance programs, including MS4 program and related permit requirements.
• Ensure operations comply with Federal, State, County, and Local environmental regulations.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

MS4 permit knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry/Physics/Engineering/Environmental Science/Natural Resource Conservation and Management

Job description

Job Announcement
The City of Chandler Management Services Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Environmental Services Program Coordinator. The position is scheduled to work Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM.. There may be some flexibility with the hourly schedule, which will be discussed after employment begins.
Current City of Chandler employees may only hold one position and are not eligible for additional part-time or secondary positions within the City of Chandler.

Why work for Chandler?

• Open and collaborative environment
• Up to 8 hours paid time off annually to volunteer in the community
• Dress code is business casual, with jeans on Fridays. Jeans and other suitable field attire are permitted when appropriate for assigned duties.
• 3 medical plans to choose from along with dental and vision coverage
• Accrue 130 hours paid vacation in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
• Accrue 96 hours paid sick leave in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual
• 12 paid holidays annually, plus Winter Break leave the end of 2026
• Become part of the Arizona State Retirement System with a 100% city contribution match
• City contributions of 1% gross wages per pay period to deferred compensation
• Robust Employee Wellness program with $350 incentive
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually, $3,200 for part time employees
• Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership

Who We Are

The Environmental Management Division provides environmental (air, water, stormwater and waste) compliance guidance and oversight to City operations and facilities. This includes management of the City’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Permit, review environmental due diligence for property acquisitions, maintain central environmental compliance files, and manage clean-up activities when environmental spills occur on City property and report to the proper regulatory agency.

Who We Are Looking For

Our new team member will have a passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. We are seeking someone to provide complex technical and regulatory compliance guidance to City departments and divisions, with a primary focus on stormwater management and compliance. The position will be responsible for implementing, maintaining, and monitoring the City’s environmental compliance programs, with significant responsibility for the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) program and associated stormwater permit requirements. This includes ensuring City operations comply with Federal, State, County, and Local environmental regulations and applicable stormwater regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

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• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Conservation and Management or a related field; and
• 4 years of experience with regulatory compliance or environmental management activities; and
• Pass a respirator fit testing within 6 months of hire or promotion; and
• A valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Desired Qualifications

• Certified Stormwater Inspector
• Previous experience in a municipal government setting

This is a regular full-time position, subject to a 6-month probationary period. A register of qualified candidates will be active for 4 months should another position become available.
The City of Chandler will conduct a driving record check as a condition of employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results. All applicants hired will be required to be fingerprinted with successful results as a condition of continued employment.
Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Chandler’s policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the city’s Drug Free Workplace Policy. Certain positions within the city are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity. The examination process may vary if determined necessary.

The City of Chandler is committed to Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation.

The City of Chandler offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and some part-time positions. For more detailed information on the benefits offered, please Click Here.
01
Select from the options below your highest level of completed education.

• Not completed High School
• High School or GED
• Associates or Vocational Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or higher

02
Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Conservation and Management or a related field?

• Yes
• No

03
Do you have a valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record?

• Yes
• No

04
Do you have environmental regulatory compliance experience?

• Yes
• No

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Please select the total number of years of experience you have with regulatory compliance or environmental management activities.

• No experience
• Less than 3 years
• 4 - 5 years
• 6 - 7 years
• 8 or more years

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Describe your experience managing a Municipal Separate Storm Sewer(MS4) Permit Program. If you do not have experience, please enter N/A,
07
Do you currently possess a Certified Stormwater Inspector certification?

• Yes
• No

08
Do you have experience working in a municipal government setting?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question