Senior Stormwater & Environmental Compliance Specialist

Garland; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 59,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Garland is seeking a Sr. Environmental Compliance Specialist to perform routine investigations and inspections to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental laws. The role emphasizes stormwater inspections, enforcement actions, and reporting.

You will interpret regulations for contractors and the public, respond to emergencies, participate in outreach, and hold HAZWOPER certification and other credentials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field required; 3+ years related experience preferred.
• Experience with federal, state and local environmental regulations and stormwater compliance.
• EPA and environmental quality best practices knowledge is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform stormwater inspections of facilities to verify compliance with laws and ordinances.
• Conduct enforcement actions, prepare affidavits, and represent the city in hearings when needed.
• Respond to on-call emergencies related to illicit discharges and hazardous materials spills.
• Inspect and eliminate illicit connections to the MS4 system and watercourses.
• Interpret environmental laws for contractors, officials, and the public; participate in outreach.

Skills

Stormwater inspections

Enforcement actions

Regulatory interpretation

Verbal/written communication

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field

≥30 semester hours in environmental sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

City of Garland is seeking a Sr. Environmental Compliance Specialist to perform routine investigations and inspections to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental laws. The role emphasizes stormwater inspections, enforcement actions, and reporting.

You will interpret regulations for contractors and the public, respond to emergencies, participate in outreach, and hold HAZWOPER certification and other credentials.