Wastewater Compliance & Regulatory Specialist

City of Greeley; Greeley (CO); On-site; USD 67,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

City of Greeley seeks an Environmental Regulatory Specialist to support Water & Sewer operations, focusing on wastewater treatment, water quality, and regulatory compliance. The role collaborates with multiple City teams to implement programs and translate complex regulations into practical actions.

The position requires a degree in a related field and several years of regulatory experience, with travel within the county as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Water Resources, Natural Resources, Public Administration, or a closely related field.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in environmental regulatory compliance, water quality, wastewater, environmental permitting, or a related field.
• Experience interpreting and applying environmental regulations, permits, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience working with regulatory agencies and preparing regulatory documentation, reports, or permit applications.
• Experience coordinating projects, programs, or regulatory compliance initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and administer environmental regulatory and compliance programs supporting City plans, regulatory requirements, and organizational goals.
• Lead and coordinate compliance efforts for the Wastewater Treatment and Reclamation Facility, including requirements associated with the Clean Water Act, NPDES permitting, air quality permitting, biosolids management, and other applicable environmental regulations.
• Lead or co-lead NPDES permit renewals and modifications; track permit conditions and compliance obligations; and translate regulatory and permit requirements into clear, implementable actions for wastewater treatment and collection operations.
• Monitor proposed and emerging local, state, and federal regulations; evaluate potential operational, financial, and capital impacts; and communicate regulatory changes and recommendations to leadership and affected City departments.
• Represent the City and participate in relevant regulatory, industry, and stakeholder organizations and workgroups.

Job description

City of Greeley seeks an Environmental Regulatory Specialist to support Water & Sewer operations, focusing on wastewater treatment, water quality, and regulatory compliance. The role collaborates with multiple City teams to implement programs and translate complex regulations into practical actions.

The position requires a degree in a related field and several years of regulatory experience, with travel within the county as needed.