JOB DESCRIPTION

DEFINITION

Under general direction of the Community Development Director, plans and administers City environmental programs and ensures compliance with state, federal, and local regulatory requirements; oversees compliance programs including water quality monitoring and enforcement, stormwater management, and pollutant discharge inspections; performs a variety of administrative, programmatic, and budgetary duties in support of environmental compliance programs; monitors regulatory standards and recommends and implements process and/or operational changes; represents the City with state and regional regulatory bodies; provides complex professional staff assistance to management staff in areas of expertise. This position will be overseeing the water quality monitoring programs and special studies, and performing data analysis to support City compliance with a regional watershed-based Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit and other water quality regulations and performs related work as required.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will be a knowledgeable and forward-thinking environmental professional with strong technical expertise and a proven record of ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations. Must possess a solid understanding of stormwater management, water quality monitoring, and pollutant discharge control, along with experience implementing and overseeing regulatory compliance programs.

Additionally, the successful candidate will be a strategic problem solver who can interpret complex regulations, recommend practical solutions, and implement effective program improvements. They will demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to represent the City effectively in interactions with regulatory agencies, community stakeholders, and internal teams.

Finally, the ideal candidate will be highly organized, adept at managing multiple projects and budgets, and skilled at providing sound professional guidance to management. A collaborative and proactive leader, committed to advancing the City's environmental goals while ensuring compliance, efficiency, and operational excellence.

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.

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.