Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY
The Environmental Compliance Coordinator works within the Environmental Sustainability Department to develop and implement environmental programs in connection with Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4), water quality, and solid waste/recycling. Primary duties include overseeing water quality monitoring programs and special studies and performing data analysis to support City compliance with a regional watershed-based MS4 permit and other water quality regulations. This position will provide an experienced professional the opportunity to apply their skills in a small, dynamic coastal City where environmental quality is highly valued by City leaders.

IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will be an environmental professional who has the ability to work with regulatory agencies and multiple stakeholders in implementing water quality monitoring and environmental compliance programs. The Environmental Compliance Coordinator will be at ease working both in the office and in the field. The ideal candidate will be skilled in analyzing environmental data and have a thorough understanding of Clean Water Programs. The ideal candidate is a team player, with excellent oral and written communication skills, who can represent the City successfully in interactions with a variety of partners and stakeholders.

Examples of Duties

Develops, implements, coordinates, and administers environmental programs and projects and ensures ongoing regulatory compliance, including water quality monitoring and enforcement, stormwater management, pollutant discharge inspection, and solid and hazardous waste support; monitors conditions and activity for meeting compliance standards and submits regulatory documents.

Participates in the development of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for assigned services and programs; recommends and implements policies, procedures, and standard operating protocols to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Oversees stormwater management and other clean water programs which encourage the flow of clean water into streams and the ocean; ensures standards comply with state and local regulations; compiles, prepares, and submits water quality reports to governmental agencies.

Assists in planning, developing, and implementing National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) policies and procedures; tracks all activities, trainings, illicit discharge, or connection responses; attends meetings, and public outreach or education campaigns for NPDES compliance; prepares the Annual NPDES Report.

Performs inspections of businesses, construction sites, and industry establishments for compliance with NPDES, Integrated Waste Management Act and other regulatory and local environmental requirements; ensures and conducts follow-up inspections following violations of requirements; provides training for the affected business community; develops necessary documents, forms, and checklists for inspection purposes.

Represents the department and its environmental programs to other City departments, outside agencies, and the community; coordinates department activities with those of other departments and outside agencies and organizations.

Participates in and makes presentations to the City Council and a variety of boards and commissions; attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of environmental programming.

Prepares, reviews, and completes various reports, including regulatory compliance reports, special reports requested by the Environmental Sustainability Director and related documentation.

Receives, investigates, and responds to citizen complaints, inquiries, and requests for services.

Supervises the work of consultants; participates in developing requests for proposals as well as bids for projects and/or services; supports the monitoring and administration of contracts.

Participates in solid waste management, hazardous waste collection and waste prevention programs; assists in planning, developing, and implementing policies and procedures, and prepares periodic reports; coordinates permitting of solid waste haulers.

Supervises and coordinates solid waste management special programs, including bulky item collection, Christmas tree drop-off events, green waste, brush clearance and others.

Develops and administers the environmental compliance program budget.

Assists in preparing and monitoring program grants and related proposals.

Plans, develops, and coordinates public outreach and educational programs dealing with environmental issues of the community and interest groups; designs and creates educational materials, such as brochures.

Monitors changes in laws, regulations and technology that may affect the City’s environmental programs; implements policy and procedural changes as required.

Provides technical staff support in review of environmental documents and legislation; assists in preparation of ordinances and other supporting program documents; assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures to comply with applicable laws and regulations.

Observes and complies with all City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education:

Equivalent to bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in environmental science, public health, biological science, chemistry, or a related field.

Experience:

Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience administering environmental programs, including performing compliance reporting.

License:

Must possess and maintain a valid California class C driver license and have a satisfactory driving record.

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