Nature of Work

Performs professional work involved with planning, executing and coordinating activities relative
to environmental programs and compliance and evaluating environmental issues as they relate to City
facilities, structures and real estate to ensure compliance with Federal, State and Local regulations.

Illustrative Examples of Essential Duties

Monitors proposed Environmental Legislation to ensure timely compliance with new regulations
Coordinates established environmental city programs and standards including but not limited to water quality, beaches and dunes, contaminated sites, storage tanks, pollution prevention and construction oversight
Conducts field inspections, emergency and monthly water quality testing, problem analysis, and proposes solutions regarding environmental impact of existing and proposed operations and facilities
Compiles and analyzes data on site conditions, water quality, beaches and dunes, contaminated sites, storage tanks, soil and vegetation, drainage, pollution problems, methods of control and testing
Reviews compliance schedules and inspection reports to ensure compliance with environmental agency regulations
Interfaces with government, community, industrial, engineering, architectural, scientific enforcement, civil defense, private and other organizations and individuals to analyze, develop, implement, enforce, interpret, and inform others regarding environmental laws, programs and procedures
Inspects construction work in progress to control negative environmental impact
Responds to environmental complaints
Coordinates environmental projects and prepare progress and feasibility reports documents to ensure coordination of efforts and timely submission of information
Performs related work as required

Minimum Requirements

REQUIRED:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in the Environmental Sciences or related field
Experience in coordinating of Environmental projects and activities and knowledge of environmental regulations, testing and problem resolution with projects and during site inspections
Experience can substitute for education on a year-for-year basis
Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the State of Florida, by the time of employment, for the type of vehicle or equipment operated with an acceptable driving record.
Flexible hours including occasional weekends and holidays
DESIRED:
Additional training, seminars and/or short courses in the environmental field and licenses or certificates

Physical Requirements

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact
Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to, word processor, calculator, copier, and fax machine
The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, or walking. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects and distinguishes between shades of color
The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors. The employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, and cold or inclement weather
Drive an automobile
Perform on-site inspections at locations, which may not be accessible to the physically handicapped
Ability to do significant walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, and stooping common during inspections and observations

For all positions:

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, coworkers, the press the general public and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds regardless of race, religion, age, sex, disability, political affiliation, gender identity or sexual orientation.
Ability to serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of all city ethics and conflicts of interest policies. Strong understanding of ethical behavior is required.
Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Performs related work as required
Reports to work as directed during an emergency as an essential employee of the City of Miami Beach

For all technical, professional, supervisory and managerial positions:

Ability to develop innovative and creative solutions to issues consistent with the City's strategic plan.

Applicants must detail any related work experience on the application or risk disqualification. It is the applicant's responsibility to update their NEOGOV profile with work experience, education, certifications and personal contact information when submitting each application, failure to do so will result in ineligibility. City of Miami Beach employees must reflect their current position and detail their work experience on the application to avoid being disqualified.

Veterans Preference: Veterans Preference is awarded in accordance with Florida State Statute 295.07. If veteran's preference is being claimed, it must be indicated on the application form and proper documentation, including all forms DD-214 (either Member 2 or Member 4), as well as the final Department of Defense Disability Letter (dated within one year) must be submitted with the application

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