Environmental Compliance Specialist Senior
City of Austin
Position Information Position Information Posting Title Environmental Compliance Specialist Senior Job Requisition Number COA093285 Position Number 118347 Job Type Full-Time Division Name Environmental Mtrg&Compliance Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Environmental Science, Life Science, Natural Science, or related field, plus six (6) years of relevant experience. Graduation with a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience. One (1) additional year of experience may substitute for one (1) year of the required education with a maximum substitution of four (4) years.
Licenses or Certifications:May require a valid State of Texas Class C Driver License and the ability to meet driver eligibility standards detailed in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program. Notes to Applicants DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW:
Please learn more about our department and how we serve our community: What does the Watershed Protection Department do?
POSITION OVERVIEW:
We are seeking an experienced Environmental Compliance Specialist, Senior to oversee and manage environmental compliance for sites with complex water quality standards within the Barton Springs Zone (BSZ). This position reports to the Pond Inspection and Dam Safety (PIDS) section which inspects and monitors Stormwater Control Measures (SCMs) for compliance. This position conducts construction and post-construction field inspections of critical infrastructure in the BSZ and performs enforcement action for non-compliance. The ideal candidate will ensure projects meet regulatory requirements, coordinate inspections, and provide expertise on SCMs and BSZ criteria.
EDUCATION:
Verification of education will be conducted on the top candidate.
ASSESSMENTS:
The candidate selected to interview is subject to pre-employment screening assessments to evaluate skill levels and competencies required for this position.
DRIVING REQUIREMENTS:
This position requires a valid State of Texas Class C Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date and the ability to meet driver eligibility standards detailed in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.
BENEFITS:
Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click here for more information.
ABOUT YOUR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION (Please read carefully):
When completing the City of Austin Employment Application:
Include details on the application or prior or current work history with the City of Austin. A cover letter is required. It does not substitute for a complete employment application. A detailed and complete employment application will help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Include details on the application of any previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications and relevant experience. Provide each job title and employment dates for all jobs on the application. Your work history should include duties you performed. “See Resume” is not acceptable and your application will be considered incomplete. Work history must include the month and year of employment and whether it was full or part-time work. Any relevant work history on the resume must also be reflected in the employment application in order to be considered.
Pay Range $32.23 – $40.29
Hours Monday – Friday with the ability for a 50% telework schedule per week after initial training period. Exceptions may apply subject to the business needs of the department.
May require working outside of normal business hours, including emergency events, evenings, weekends, and holidays as dictated by business needs. Job Close Date 03/17/2025 Type of Posting External Department Watershed Protection Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 505 Barton Springs Road, Austin, Texas 78704 Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Extensive experience inspecting or maintaining multiple types of stormwater control measures. Extensive experience reading and interpreting civil engineering plans related to stormwater control measures. Experience enforcing environmental regulations related to stormwater. Experience communicating complex technical information to internal and external customers of various backgrounds. Records management experience for compliance related programs, such as database and records library maintenance, quality control review of technical data entry, and responding to public information requests. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Coordinates, directs, and/or conducts investigations and surveys related to environmental issues and programs. Issues directives and performs enforcement actions for non-compliance with code and/or regulations. Develops sampling protocol and standard operating procedures. Responds to and directs spills and complaint actions. Provides technical information and assistance to internal and external customers. Develops and implements rules, code changes, and training programs. Implements permitting and registration programs. Reviews and interprets policies, codes, regulations, ordinances, plans, and proposals for compliance. Researches, develops, presents, and/or submits incident, inspection, and technical reports/cases to appropriate agency/personnel. Participates in and/or leads City-wide initiatives, task forces, and committees. Resolves appeals of permit denials. Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:May provide leadership, guidance, and technical support to others. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods. Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures. Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles. Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations. Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing. Skill in using computers and related software applications. Skill in data analysis and problem solving. Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public. Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities. Ability to train others. Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions
Licenses or Certifications:May require a valid State of Texas Class C Driver License and the ability to meet driver eligibility standards detailed in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program. Notes to Applicants DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW:
Please learn more about our department and how we serve our community: What does the Watershed Protection Department do?
POSITION OVERVIEW:
We are seeking an experienced Environmental Compliance Specialist, Senior to oversee and manage environmental compliance for sites with complex water quality standards within the Barton Springs Zone (BSZ). This position reports to the Pond Inspection and Dam Safety (PIDS) section which inspects and monitors Stormwater Control Measures (SCMs) for compliance. This position conducts construction and post-construction field inspections of critical infrastructure in the BSZ and performs enforcement action for non-compliance. The ideal candidate will ensure projects meet regulatory requirements, coordinate inspections, and provide expertise on SCMs and BSZ criteria.
EDUCATION:
Verification of education will be conducted on the top candidate.
ASSESSMENTS:
The candidate selected to interview is subject to pre-employment screening assessments to evaluate skill levels and competencies required for this position.
DRIVING REQUIREMENTS:
This position requires a valid State of Texas Class C Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date and the ability to meet driver eligibility standards detailed in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.
BENEFITS:
Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click here for more information.
ABOUT YOUR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION (Please read carefully):
When completing the City of Austin Employment Application:
Include details on the application or prior or current work history with the City of Austin. A cover letter is required. It does not substitute for a complete employment application. A detailed and complete employment application will help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Include details on the application of any previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications and relevant experience. Provide each job title and employment dates for all jobs on the application. Your work history should include duties you performed. “See Resume” is not acceptable and your application will be considered incomplete. Work history must include the month and year of employment and whether it was full or part-time work. Any relevant work history on the resume must also be reflected in the employment application in order to be considered.
Pay Range $32.23 – $40.29
Hours Monday – Friday with the ability for a 50% telework schedule per week after initial training period. Exceptions may apply subject to the business needs of the department.
May require working outside of normal business hours, including emergency events, evenings, weekends, and holidays as dictated by business needs. Job Close Date 03/17/2025 Type of Posting External Department Watershed Protection Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 505 Barton Springs Road, Austin, Texas 78704 Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Extensive experience inspecting or maintaining multiple types of stormwater control measures. Extensive experience reading and interpreting civil engineering plans related to stormwater control measures. Experience enforcing environmental regulations related to stormwater. Experience communicating complex technical information to internal and external customers of various backgrounds. Records management experience for compliance related programs, such as database and records library maintenance, quality control review of technical data entry, and responding to public information requests. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Coordinates, directs, and/or conducts investigations and surveys related to environmental issues and programs. Issues directives and performs enforcement actions for non-compliance with code and/or regulations. Develops sampling protocol and standard operating procedures. Responds to and directs spills and complaint actions. Provides technical information and assistance to internal and external customers. Develops and implements rules, code changes, and training programs. Implements permitting and registration programs. Reviews and interprets policies, codes, regulations, ordinances, plans, and proposals for compliance. Researches, develops, presents, and/or submits incident, inspection, and technical reports/cases to appropriate agency/personnel. Participates in and/or leads City-wide initiatives, task forces, and committees. Resolves appeals of permit denials. Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:May provide leadership, guidance, and technical support to others. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods. Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures. Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles. Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations. Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing. Skill in using computers and related software applications. Skill in data analysis and problem solving. Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public. Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities. Ability to train others. Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions
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* The minimum qualifications for the Environmental Compliance Specialist Senior are graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Environmental Science, Life Science, Natural Science, or related field, plus six (6) years of relevant experience. Graduation with a Master's degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience. One (1) additional year of experience may substitute for one (1) year of the required education with a maximum substitution of four (4) years. Do you meet the minimum qualifications as described? Yes No * This position requires a Texas Class C Drivers License. Do you have a Texas Class C Drivers License or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a Texas Class C Drivers License by your hire date? Yes No * The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that external new hires meet the City's Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three (3) moving violations or a total of six (6) Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No * Please describe your experience inspecting or maintaining multiple types of Stormwater Control Measures (SCMs).(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience reading and interpreting civil engineering plans related to stormwater control measures.(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe in detail your experience working in regulatory enforcement and using regulatory code language related to stormwater.(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience communicating and providing technical assistance to internal and external customers.(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience generating and maintaining records for compliance related programs.(Open Ended Question)
* Were you referred to this job opportunity by a Watershed Protection Department employee? If yes, please provide the employee's first and last name.(Open Ended Question)
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