Environmental Services Specialist

City-of-Ventur; Ventura (CA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CalPERS Retirement

Tuition Reimbursement

Bilingual Pay

Deferred Compensation

Job summary

The City of Ventura is seeking an Environmental Services Specialist to support solid waste, recycling, and environmental compliance programs within the Public Works Department, including CalRecycle reporting. The role develops and administers environmental initiatives such as waste reduction, energy efficiency, and water conservation.

Responsibilities include coordinating programs, managing permits and grants, analyzing data, and delivering public outreach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental studies, water resources management, public or business administration, or related field.
• At least one year of professional experience researching, planning, or implementing environmental management programs.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and evaluates environmental programs related to sustainability, solid waste, recycling, waste reduction, energy efficiency, and water conservation.
• Coordinates solid waste, recycling, and waste diversion programs including hauler agreements and contract administration.
• Assists with CalRecycle reporting and ensures regulatory compliance.
• Collects and analyzes data; prepares reports, policies, and technical documents.
• Delivers public outreach and education programs on environmental initiatives.

Skills

Data analysis

Research

Public administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental studies, water resources management, public or business administration, or a closely related field

Job description

Applications are accepted exclusively through the City of Ventura Career Site:www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs . Submissions through other websites or methods will not be accepted.Pay & BenefitsWhether you're starting your career journey or seeking new opportunities, we welcome all and offer:Competitive pay and benefitsStrong support for professional developmentVacation & Holiday CompensationDeferred CompensationCalPERS RetirementTuition Reimbursement & Bilingual PayPay (Salary DOQ):Environmental Services Specialist - $86,585.20 - $116,025.73About the OpportunityThe City of Ventura is seeking a customer service-oriented and detail-focused Environmental Services Specialist to join the Public Works Department. This position plays a key role in supporting the City's solid waste, recycling, and environmental compliance programs, including CalRecycle reporting and ensuring compliance with applicable state waste and recycling regulations.Under direction, the Environmental Services Specialist assists with planning, implementing, and administering the City's environmental programs and performs a variety of research, analysis, and professional and technical administrative duties in support of environmental initiatives.Key responsibilities include:Develops, implements, and evaluates environmental programs related to sustainability, solid waste, recycling and waste reduction, energy efficiency, renewable energy, stormwater quality, water conservation, and resource management.Coordinates the City's solid waste, recycling, and waste diversion programs, including management of solid waste hauler and waste diversion facility agreements, contract administration, service issues, and program performance.Assists with CalRecycle reporting and ensures compliance with applicable state solid waste, recycling, and environmental regulations.Collects, analyzes, and interprets data; conducts research and program evaluations; prepares reports, recommendations, policies, manuals, and other technical documents.Coordinates environmental permits, grant administration, special projects, and other administrative activities in support of departmental programs.Develops and delivers public outreach and education programs, including presentations, special events, educational materials, and community partnerships that promote environmental sustainability.Responds to inquiries and complaints from the public and provides technical information regarding environmental programs and services.Performs other related duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications – RequiredA combination of education, training and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in environmental studies, water resources management, public or business administration, or a closely related field; and one year of professional experience in researching, planning, or implementation of environmental management programs are required.When assigned to K-12 classroom presentations, incumbent is required to undergo live scan fingerprinting and provide proof of a negative tuberculosis test result issued within the last two years.Licenses: Depending on assignment, possession of a valid California Class C driver license may be required.About the DepartmentThe City of Ventura’s Public Works Department plays a central role in building, maintaining, and protecting the community’s infrastructure and natural resources. Accredited by the American Public Works Association (APWA) since 2014, the department applies industry best practices and forward-thinking strategies to deliver high-quality projects that support safety, sustainability, and long-term community resilience.The department is organized into five divisions that manage the city’s infrastructure, operations, and public services. Together, these divisions provide engineering, construction, transportation, environmental sustainability, fleet and facilities, and property management services that support the community’s growth, connectivity, and quality of life.How to Apply & Selection ProcessSubmit your online City job application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline. Resumes may be attached but will not replace a completed application or supplemental questionnaire. All communication regarding your application will be via email, so please check your inbox regularly and ensure your contact information is current.Application Deadline: Sunday, August 23, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.Selection Process Timeline:August 27, 2026 – Oral Panel InterviewsSeptember 7–8, 2026 – Departmental InterviewsAs a condition of employment, selected candidates may be required to complete a background screening process.Anticipated start date: October 12, 2026While the eligibility list for this classification may be used to fill other regular vacancies at the discretion of the City, this recruitment is specifically intended to fill the Environmental Services Specialist position within the Public Works Department. Candidates selected from the eligibility list will be considered for assignment to this department based on departmental needs and the candidate’s qualifications and experience.Learn more about the Environmental Services Specialist by reviewing the job description here .Additional InformationTo learn more about the City’s hiring process, visit the City of Ventura Hiring Process page .Questions? Contact the Recruitment Team:[e-mail][phone]In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need an accommodation in a selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date of the position you are interested in. The Human Resources address is: 501 Poli Street, Room 210, Ventura, CA 93001, [phone], e-mail: [e-mail] City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!