Description

Application deadline extended: Friday, September 6, 2024

Preferred expertise in managing the following programs and Statewide permits: Phase II MS4, Industrial General Permit, and Construction General Permit. It is highly desirable for candidates to have a working relationship with regulatory agencies. Experience with inter- and intra-agency collaboration and coordination on City-wide and Regional stormwater initiatives is highly desired.

DEFINITION
To plan, direct, and coordinate a variety of projects and programs in the Public Works and Utilities Department to achieve and maintain compliance with environmental laws, regulations, and permits. Provides technical support for the Water, Wastewater, and Solid Waste Divisions and provides highly complex staff assistance to the Director of Public Works and Utilities. Work involves analyzing and interpreting local, State and Federal environmental and public health regulations; planning and designing compliance programs; and implementation of environmental monitoring and control systems. Work involves construction project management including selection of consultants and contractors; oversight of project design; and, management of construction contracts. Represents the City at local and regional advisory boards and committees relating to water quality, water supply, stormwater management and other environmental compliance programs.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This job class reports to the Director of Public Works and Utilities and the Assistant Director of Public Works and Utilities and is responsible for training, directing, coordinating, and monitoring others in a lead capacity. This classification performs highly specialized scientific and technical functions on a City-wide basis.
This job class requires extensive and in-depth knowledge of environmental protection issues and regulations that govern them. This job class also requires a strong technical and scientific background to analyze and interpret data and documentation as well as the ability to communicate with specialized consultants and government/enforcement agencies.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

receives limited supervision from the Director of Public Works and Utilities and the Assistant Director of Public Works and Utilities.
exercises supervision over assigned staff.

Examples of Duties

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

manage, direct, coordinate, and organize environmental compliance programs relating to landfill construction and landfill post-closure management; water conservation, wastewater reclamation and waste minimization issues; departmental capital improvement projects; and project management related to the operations and maintenance of water, sewer, stormwater and solid waste systems
verify and ensure ongoing compliance with all regulations and permits relating to landfills, drinking water, wastewater, streets, stormwater and hazardous materials
design and direct environmental compliance projects and coordinate such projects with other City departments and public agencies
represent the City and its departments in contacts with regulatory agencies, governmental jurisdictions, contractors and the general public
develop and submit reports to regulatory agencies
provide technical and specialized support to various City departments regarding environmental compliance issues; make professional recommendations and confer with department heads and private contractors; prepare technical reports and recommendations
write staff reports
manage consultants and contractors, including all aspects of contract administration and budget tracking
assist in budget preparation; participate in the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies
participate in recommending the appointment and termination of personnel; provide or coordinate staff training, work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedures
respond to complaints from the public and regulatory agencies; develop and implement solutions to complex and sensitive technical and public relations situations
participate in the departmental planning and monitoring of utility rates and fees problems
instruct staff in proper work methods and standards to ensure proper maintenance of monitoring equipment
communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
use a keyboard
drive an automobile
work outside, walking on uneven ground
work with chemicals, wastewater, leachate, and landfill gas

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Knowledge of:

all pertinent federal, state, and local environmental regulations, procedures, and guidelines associated with permitting, enforcement, and appeals processes
standard and accepted pollution treatment and control processes for air, water, solid waste, wastewater, stormwater and hazardous materials
utilities operations (wastewater, solid waste, stormwater and water)
principles and practices of policy development and implementation
environmental or civil engineering practices
groundwater monitoring, protection, and remediation
applicable computer software and hardware and its uses
budgeting procedures and techniques
principles of organization, administration, and personnel management

Ability to:

organize, direct, and implement a comprehensive monitoring and reporting program related to a variety of environmental issues
analyze budget and technical reports; interpret and evaluate staff reports, laws, regulations and guidelines; problem solve technical, operational, and administrative issues; and explain and interpret policy
design and implement practical solutions for a wide range of environmental problems
observe performance and evaluate staff and outside contractors/consultants

Typical Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Any combination of training and experience that provides the knowledge and abilities shown above is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in science or engineering. A Master’s degree in relevant field is highly desirable. Employment in youth education and/or activities including tutoring, sports, crafts or similar activities.
Six or more years of increasingly responsible environmental management experience, including three years of project management.

Supplemental Information

The candidate will be appointed for a 12-month probationary period. Names of successful candidates who do not receive a job offer will be placed on an employment list which normally remains effective for one year. The Human Resources Department may abolish an Employment list at any time the needs of the City so require. This position is represented by Management Bargaining unit. .

The City of Watsonville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages workplace diversity. The City of Watsonville is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act by including people with disabilities in all of its programs and activities.

NOTE: THIS ANNOUNCEMENT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND ANY PROVISIONS CONTAINED IN THIS BULLETIN MAY BE MODIFIED OR REVISED WITHOUT NOTICE.

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