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When Assigned to Water Use Efficiency:

Environmental Compliance Inspector I/II - Water Use Efficiency: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Water Use Efficiency Practitioner Level 1 Certification issued by the American Water Works Association (AWWA-CA/NV) within twelve (12) months.

When Assigned to Sewer:

Environmental Compliance Inspector II : Possession of, or successful acquisition within twelve (12) months of appointment, a valid California Water Environmental Association (CWEA) Wastewater Collection System Maintenance Grade I (C-1) certification, to be maintained throughout employment.

For more details, view the complete job description: Environmental Compliance Inspector I

Join the Public Works Department’s Utilities Division and help make a lasting impact on the community! We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented professional with strong customer service skills and a passion for water use efficiency and sustainability.

In this role, you will work directly with residents, businesses, landscape professionals, and other community partners to advance the City’s water use efficiency goals. You will help identify water-saving opportunities, conduct field investigations, educate customers on water use efficiency practices, connect them with helpful resources, and address potential water waste.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working with the public, solving problems, and turning sustainability goals into meaningful, hands-on results. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical, problem-solving, and computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and GIS.

If you are proactive, collaborative, and ready to make a difference, join our team and help build a more water-efficient and sustainable future for our community!

Experience the rewards of your hard work—comprehensive benefits, including upcoming COLAs, that support your well-being, growth, and success!

3% increase in base effective 6/20/2027

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

Positions at the Environmental Compliance Inspector I level may perform some of these duties and responsibilities in a learning capacity

Monitors, inspects, investigates, and ensures compliance with City and mandated environmental health and safety laws, rules, regulations, and policies for various programs, including pretreatment, Fats, Oils, and Grease, National Pollutant Discharge & Elimination System (NPDES), Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) storm water inspection, water conservation, and landfill programs.
Schedules and conducts field tests; collects samples and takes readings or measurements of wastewater, storm water, groundwater, reclaimed water, landfill gas, landfill condensate, and other materials; ensures proper sampling methods and chain-of-custody protocols have been followed; prepares inspection reports detailing physical sites, present hazards, and detected contaminant levels.
Inspects, monitors, and conducts sampling at various categorical and non-categorical commercial and industrial sites, including conducting comprehensive inspections of new and existing industry, restaurants, and contaminated projects for compliance with fats, oils, and grease programs and wastewater discharge regulations; evaluates environmental risks associated with industrial processes and activities; ensures hazardous chemicals are stored in accordance with regulations.
Conducts inspections and investigates reports of commercial, industrial, and residential properties for violations and prohibitions of reported water waste, unauthorized water use, and the discharge of stormwater to the City's storm drain system; enforces wastewater and stormwater regulations and City ordinances.
Meets and corresponds with industrial, commercial, and residential users to interpret and implement federal, state, and local regulations, ordinances, and policies of environmental compliance programs; issues notices of violation, administrative citations, and other enforcement actions in accordance with established procedures.
Enters, updates, and maintains database for compliance tracking and reporting for the non-domestic wastewater discharge permit program, regional wastewater treatment plant, water reclamation plant operations, landfill groundwater, water waste, condensate and gas control systems, and sewer utility and storm water utility enterprise; monitors customer water usage reports and analyzes data to detect potential leaks, excessive consumption, or non-compliance with conservation standards; inputs rule violations, investigations, and findings; generates reports from the database.
Prepares written inspection reports and related documentation for assigned program(s); maintains inspection documentation and records as required in accordance with established City records management procedures.
Assists with the preparation of wastewater, storm water, reclaimed water, groundwater, water conservation, landfill gas, and other regulatory compliance reports for submittal to local, regional, state, and federal agencies.
Calibrates, maintains, and properly operates wastewater and landfill gas monitoring and metering equipment such as samplers, flow meters, pH meters, TDS-EC meters, gas detectors, and OVA-FID landfill gas detectors.
Conducts inspections of post-closure landfill site operations with inspectors from local and state regulatory agencies.
Organizes, maintains, and documents all required information for enforcement of City code as directed by federal, state, and local requirements; prepares technical reports, evidence, and documentation; conducts follow up sampling and inspections.
Reads, interprets, applies, and explains regulations and standards to customers; provides public education and outreach related to assigned program(s); responds to public inquiries regarding area of assignment.
Observes and complies with City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols; assists in developing, implementing, and revising procedures, policies, and programs to improve environmental and water conservation compliance.
Evening and/or weekend work may be required for some assignments.

QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES

Knowledge of:

Principles, practices, methods, techniques, and regulatory requirements of assigned program(s), including monitoring, inspection, and compliance requirements.
Applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
Methods of collecting, preserving, and documenting applicable samples.
Principles and practices of stormwater discharge management.
Practices and techniques related to wastewater and/or hazardous materials sampling and sample handling.
Practices and techniques of performing industrial facility and process inspections.
Principles of chemical, biological, and related sciences.
Occupational hazards, standard safety procedures, and related safety equipment.
Principles and practices of data collection and technical report preparation.
Methods of conducting field investigations
Enforcement procedures mandated by the Environmental Protection Agency.
Operational characteristics of various job-related tools and equipment including samplers, flow meters, pH meters, TDS-EC meters, gas detectors, and OVA-FID landfill gas detectors.
Basic chemistry, biology, and mathematical calculations related to environmental testing and analysis.
Principles and procedures of record keeping and report writing.
City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
Public communication techniques for providing a high level of customer service, educating customers about assigned area of responsibility, and effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.

Ability to:

Inspect, investigate, identify issues, monitor, and ensure compliance with City and mandated rules and regulations surrounding assigned program(s).
Conduct field tests, take readings and measurements, monitor water usage, and collect samples of wastewater, storm water, groundwater, landfill gas, landfill condensate, and other samples matrices.
Calibrate, maintain, and properly and safely operate wastewater and landfill gas monitoring and metering equipment such as samplers, flow meters, pH meters, TDS-EC meters, gas detectors, and OVA-FID landfill gas detectors.
Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed.
Assemble data and prepare reports and maintain records of testing and findings.
Read and interpret a variety of meters, gauges, and recording charts to identify problems and recommend corrective actions.
Learn and understand the organization and operation of the City and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities.
Organize, maintain, and update office database and records systems.
Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
Make accurate arithmetic and statistical computations.
Establish and maintain a variety of filing, recordkeeping, and tracking systems.
Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments within established guidelines.
Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax with the public, business owners, and regulatory agencies.
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

When assigned to an office environment, must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone; ability to stand and walk between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.

When assigned to field inspection, must possess mobility to work in changing site conditions; possess the strength, stamina, and mobility to perform light to medium physical work; to sit, stand, and walk on level, uneven, or slippery surfaces; to reach, twist, turn, kneel, and bend, to climb and descend ladders; and to operate a motor vehicle and visit various City sites; vision to inspect site conditions and work in progress. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards, with exposure to hazardous materials in some site locations. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects averaginga weight of 50 pounds, or heavier weights, in all cases with the use of proper equipment and/or assistance from other staff.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Examination Process: A competitive review of applicants' experience and qualifications will be conducted. Based on that evaluation, a limited number of applicants whose qualifications best meet the current needs of the City of Upland will be invited to participate in the next step of the examination process. The examination will include a qualifications appraisal interview. Qualified candidates will be provided with more details prior to the start of the examination process.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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