Responsible for supervising and coordinating the activities of assigned environmental programs. Participates in inspecting, monitoring, permitting, and sampling of regulated entities to determine compliance with environmental rules and regulations. Performs complex administrative and technical tasks in the administration of assigned environmental programs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
DUTIES
Prioritizes and assigns work, assists in ensuring staff is trained and that employees follow standard operating procedures and city policies. Updates, revises, and creates standard operating procedures based on operational need.
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Provide supervision of staff as assigned which includes making recommendations for hiring, evaluation of individual performance, and disciplinary actions or recommendations.
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Review, understand, and implement federal, state, and local regulations. Assist in maintaining compliance of City operations with applicable regulations.
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Receive, review, and evaluate technical and analytical data for compliance and legal defensibility. Provide expertise, guidance, and support to staff as assigned.
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Collect samples as needed to evaluate environmental quality. Perform complex calculations to complete reports and enter data values into software. Evaluate gathered data to determine compliance with applicable regulations and implement appropriate action.
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Initiate enforcement actions; provide defensible data, documents, and participate in legal proceedings. Provide expert technical testimony for enforcement actions.
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Review and evaluate permits and other authorization applications for administrative and technical completeness. Prepare, process, issue and review control documents.
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Perform, document, and evaluate the results of surveys, inspections, investigations, and submitted reports for compliance with applicable regulations.
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Correspond with various external stakeholders, including industrial facility representatives, citizens, and with governmental representatives to raise awareness with environmental federal, state, and local laws.
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Generate and maintain electronic and paper records repositories according to the approved retention schedule and City policy.
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Participate in the development of assigned program budget. Monitors and approves expenditures and forecasts funds needed for staffing and equipment. Recommend adjustments as necessary.
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Develop recommendations and participate in the formulation of modifications including revisions to ordinances, agreements, and contracts.
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Assist in the creation of reports to TCEQ. Corresponds with regulatory stakeholders.
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Participate in inspections and audits of the City’s environmental programs.
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Receive, determine applicability of, and respond to public requests for information.
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Schedule and coordinate sampling events and other activities required by the City's TPDES permits.
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Assist in the development review process by completing Certificate of Occupancy reviews.
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Maintain the City’s Compliance Tracking Software and the Industrial Waste Survey and One-Time Dental Compliance Report database.
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Maintain the City’s Commercial Pretreatment Compliance Tracking Software.
SUPERVISORY/BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES
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Select, train, supervise, and evaluate staff; recommend assignment/assignment change, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
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Develop, manage, and monitor budget; maintain accurate budget reporting; ensure that operations are cost-effective, and funds are managed wisely.
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
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Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Biology, Chemistry, or Environmental Science, or related field; and,
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Three (3) years’ experience in environmental programs or related field; and,
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One (1) year experience in management or supervisory capacity; and,
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Must possess or obtain and maintain a valid Designated Representative license from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality within one (1) year of employment.
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES
An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The list below represents the knowledge, skill, and/or ability to perform this job successfully:
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Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local Government laws, ordinances, and regulations.
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Skill in analyzing, researching, interpreting, and understanding policies, laws, and regulations, and providing workable recommendations and solutions that maintain compliance.
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Skill at the intermediate level, working with applicable Microsoft Office 365 products, and other software systems to complete work.
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Skill in providing exceptional service to internal and external customers.
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Skill in interpersonal relationships, including using tact, patience, and courtesy.
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Ability to communicate effectively, both in oral and written forms, for the needs of the audience.
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Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
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Ability to work independently and/or in a team environment while handling multiple tasks and changing priorities with attention to detail.
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Ability to understand techniques, practices, and procedures related to environmental monitoring
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Ability to motivate, mentor, and train through direct and indirect influence to promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
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Ability to develop, understand, interpret, train on, and apply rules, policies, and operational procedures.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
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Must have and maintain a valid Class “C” Driver’s License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class “C” driver’s license and state required minimum automobile liability insurance within 90 days of hire per state law)
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Must pass a drug test, driver’s license check, criminal history background check, employment history verification, and social security number verification.
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Must pass a physical examination.
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Must possess or obtain and maintain a valid Designated Representative license from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality within one (1) year of employment.
SAFETY
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Ensure equipment is in safe operating condition; perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment, as appropriate and/or notify leadership immediately of needed repairs.
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Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing; operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
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Promptly report unsafe conditions in the work area and/or any conditions that are not immediately correctable to leadership.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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Safety Sensitive (Subject to random drug testing): Yes
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Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals; work with laboratory ecological and environmental testing and monitoring equipment and operates motor vehicle; manhole lid retractors and pick axes; use of hand and power tools, standard electrical equipment, and use of motor vehicle; wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
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Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
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Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
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Lifting: Lifting no more than 50 pounds and carrying up to 25 pounds.
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Environment: Works in an office setting and laboratory setting with and outside with exposure to sun, heat, cold, humidity, and inclement weather, noise, dust, no/low light, insects, poison oak/ivy, debris, confined spaces, mold, chemicals, untreated wastes/wastewater, odors, heights, potentially hazardous conditions, steep slopes, uneven ground, and rough terrain; occasionally requires irregular and/or prolonged hours.
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Travel: Travel to City of Denton facilities and testing sites within the city as required.
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Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.
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Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.
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Vision: Must be able to distinguish colors
CORE VALUES
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Inclusive
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Collaborative
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Service-Oriented
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Strategically Focused
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Fiscally Responsible
TOP TIER BENEFITS
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Medical, dental, and vision coverage in addition to life and disability insurance plans
- Employee Health Clinic
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Paid Vacation Days and Paid Holidays
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Retirement Plan
EEO STATEMENT
The City of Denton is an equal opportunity employer. It is the City of Denton’s policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any protected class, status, characteristic, or activity. All employment decisions, including decisions regarding recruitment, selection, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, advancement, discipline, discharge, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment are made without regard to any lawfully protected class, status, characteristic, or activity.
ADA/EOE/ADEA
This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
