About the Role

The City of Bend is accepting applications for one (1) regular, full-time Environmental Compliance Analyst in the Environmental Services Division of the Water Services Department. This is a COBEA represented, non-exempt (overtime-eligible) position. This position will be open until filled and may be used to create an eligibility list for future vacancies. Please review the entire job posting, including the application requirements at the end.

This role is all about helping the City understand what’s happening across its water systems, whether that’s drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, or local rivers and groundwater. On any given day, you might be out in the field collecting water samples, checking monitoring equipment, or downloading flow data from sites across the City. Other days may involve reviewing and validating that data, troubleshooting equipment issues, or helping respond to unusual conditions such as storm events. In simple terms, this position helps answer critical questions: Is our water safe? Are our systems functioning properly? Are we meeting environmental regulations?

This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of environmental science, public health, and infrastructure. Current and upcoming projects include expanding the City’s flow monitoring network and supporting the installation of new real-time level sensors that help detect and prevent system overflows. The role also contributes to groundwater and surface water monitoring, evolving regulatory compliance efforts, and improved data-driven decision-making.

This position plays a key support role across several City programs, including Industrial Pretreatment, Stormwater, Wastewater, Drinking Water, and Engineering. The data collected and analyzed directly informs engineering models, regulatory compliance, infrastructure investment decisions, and environmental protection efforts—making this an essential role in advancing the City’s mission to protect public health and the environment.

Classification Framework: Environmental Compliance Analyst

What You'll Do

The following duties are a sample of major duties performed in this role and not intended to be an exhaustive list:

Conduct flow monitoring activities including field equipment maintenance, sensor replacement, and data validation
Collect water samples across drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, groundwater, and surface water systems
Calibrate and maintain analytical instruments and monitoring equipment to ensure accurate data collection
Perform stormwater and environmental sampling during qualifying weather or system events
Monitor and sample permitted industrial dischargers to ensure regulatory compliance
Analyze, interpret, and summarize environmental and operational data for reports and decision-making
Prepare technical reports, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and monitoring plans
Support biosolids, groundwater, and wastewater treatment facility monitoring programs
Troubleshoot mechanical and technical issues in field instrumentation and monitoring systems
Maintain compliance with safety protocols, including confined space entry, hazardous materials handling, and traffic control

Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for someone who is a self-starter, detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate enjoys hands-on, field-based work and can adapt to changing conditions while maintaining a high level of accuracy and safety. They bring a proactive approach to problem-solving and take initiative in maintaining and improving systems and processes.

Highly qualified candidates will have working knowledge of environmental monitoring practices, water and wastewater systems, and regulatory compliance requirements. They bring strong skills in data analysis, technical troubleshooting, and clear communication—both written and verbal. The ability to interpret data, identify anomalies, and connect findings to system performance is critical to success in this role.

Candidates who meet the listed minimum qualifications, including an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered for an interview. Please ensure your application includes information about your education, relevant paid and unpaid work experience, and applicable licenses and certifications. Avoid referencing your resume in the job duties section of the application.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, engineering, chemistry, biology, or a related field; AND
Experience: Relevant experience in environmental monitoring, water quality, wastewater/stormwater systems, or related technical field; OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job

Required Licenses & Certifications

Valid Oregon Driver’s License (or ability to obtain by date of hire)

Desired (but not required) Attributes

Experience with environmental sampling and laboratory procedures
Familiarity with EPA, DEQ, or other regulatory frameworks
Experience working with field instrumentation or monitoring equipment
Knowledge of data management, analysis tools, or reporting systems
Experience in municipal or public sector utilities

What to Know Before Applying

Application Deadline

Applications received by July 17, 12:00 PM (noon) Pacific Time will be included in an initial review and consideration for interview; however, the position will remain open until filled.

Application Requirements

To be considered for an interview, applicants must complete an online application including the following attachments:

Cover Letter
Resume

Veterans’ Preference

Applicants seeking Veterans’ Preference as a qualified veteran or disabled veteran must attach appropriate documentation to their application. For more information click here.

Equity Statement

The City of Bend remains committed to building a workforce that advances diversity and inclusion within our community and all we do. We recognize that not everyone starts from the same place, and that gender, race, ability, sexual orientation, and other identities face different barriers. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to creating an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace where employees can thrive without these barriers. A more extended version of the City of Bend’s Organizational Equity Statement is available upon request.

Benefits

The City of Bend offers an excellent competitive benefits package for Employees and Dependents for health and dental coverage, retirement benefits, and a robust paid leave program. Details are available on the benefits tab of the job posting.

Starting Compensation

Starting compensation is determined based on a pay equity analysis considering the candidate’s education, applicable work experience, and internal equity. Please include all relevant information on your application.

Diversity & Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The City of Bend is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. At the City of Bend, we don't just accept differences; we value them. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and support the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act (ADAAA) and the Oregon Equal Pay Act.

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