Environmental Specialist

*This recruitment will be limited to the first 50 qualified appllicants.* 

The City of Oxnard’s Public Works Department is seeking an Environmental Specialist with strong technical and analytical skills to be a part of our team. These individuals will be performing specialized technical activities that aid and assist in the management and conduct of utility water, wastewater, and stormwater operations, and regulatory compliance. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO (depending on Division placement):

• Investigate, inspect and sample a variety of commercial and industrial facilities.

• Review facility monthly reports and enforce federal, state and local regulations.

• Document and maintain records of investigation, inspection and sampling activities.

• Provide outreach to schools and the public at large.

• Participates in the implementation and enforce MS4 StormWater regulations.

• Participates in the implementation of the NPDES permit required Pretreatment Program.

• Provides assistance and technical support in response to spill events and/or complaint investigations.

• Participates in subcommittee meetings

• Reviews compliance related to building permits

• Perform other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned

This classification is distinguished from the Utilities Technical Services Specialist, Senior in that it performs inspections, investigations and sampling; evaluates results; and enforces and ensures compliance with applicable laws, codes and regulations.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

Receives general supervision on routine items which are performed according to established standards and procedures and receives specific work instruction regarding non-routine matters and deadlines.

(This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.)

Performs inspections, investigations and material sampling of industrial and commercial facilities, water and/or other utilities assignment area; evaluates results and ensures compliance with applicable laws, ordinances, codes and regulations related to water, wastewater and storm water quality management. 

Identifies compliance and quality issues; provides verbal and written violation notices; conducts follow-up investigations to ensure compliance; responds to questions and concerns from the public and other stakeholders.

Attends internal meetings for training purposes and to plan, collaborate and address complaints and issues; determines need for escalation of enforcement actions.

Reviews, prepares and/or processes reports, correspondence and other assignment-related documentation; organizes and maintains comprehensive records and documentation of investigation, inspection and sampling activities.

Provides assistance and technical support in response to spill events and/or complaint investigations; participates in subcommittee meetings; reviews compliance related to building permits.

Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

POSITION SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES MIGHT INCLUDE:

Positions assigned to environmental inspection may be responsible for:

Investigating, inspecting and sampling commercial and industrial facilities for compliance with laws and regulations covering wastewater and storm water discharges;

Providing technical assistance during spills and compliant investigations.

Positions assigned to source control may be responsible for:

Providing monitoring of food establishment discharges through random inspections and regular sampling;

Inspecting new facilities to determine if discharge permits are required;

Inspecting maintenance of grease interceptors;

Evaluating permit applications;• Responding to emergency calls;

Calibrating and maintaining sampling and testing equipment.

The following are the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the classification:

EDUCATION:

• Associate’s degree in environmental science, chemistry, biology or related field

EXPERIENCE:

• Three (3) years of related experience related to public outreach and environmental inspection

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid California Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record
• California Water Environment Association Grade I Industrial Waste Inspector certification in a time-frame determined by the City

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application.

• Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required.

• Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript), or other requested documents.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.

The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments for this same classification. 

Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough background investigation.

UNION MEMBERSHIP: Positions in this classification are represented by the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE).

NOTE: For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.

Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.

Employees are required to participate in the City's direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.

This position requires a 12 month probationary period.

Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or sexual orientation.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodation for individuals/people with disabilities.  If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date.  Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.

LEGAL REQUIREMENT: On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. 888-897-7781 dhs.gov/e-verify

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Brenna Perteet at brenna.perteet@oxnard.org

Salary : $66,520 - $93,937