The Position

Class Code 28957: Environmental Specialist III

Transfer job postings are for County of Sacramento employees only.
In order to be qualified for a transfer:
1. You must meet the Minimum Qualifications of the new job.
2. The difference between the top salary steps (the highest pay rate within the range of pay) of your current job class and the job class that you intend to transfer into, must be less than 5%.

There are three different transfer types that you may qualify for: interdepartmental transfer, interclass transfer, and voluntary demotion. These different transfer types are defined as:

Interdepartmental transfer - a transfer in the same class from one County department to another.
Interclass transfer - a transfer from one job class to a different job class. In addition, the difference between the top salary steps (the highest pay rate within the range of pay) of your current job class and the job class that you intend to transfer into, must be less than 5%.
Voluntary demotion - a transfer into a job class that pays less than 95% of your current class salary.

If you are requesting an interclass transfer or voluntary demotion, either action is a change in class. Whether the change is a transfer or a demotion depends upon the difference between the maximum salary rates of the requested and incumbent classes. Personnel Ordinance, Section 2.78.294, or the applicable labor agreement sets the criteria for determining the maximum difference allowed. Personnel Ordinance, Section 2.78.228 defines demotion.

The Environmental Specialist III is the advanced journey and/or lead, applying scientific theory and methods to identify, research, and resolve environmental issues in the areas of regulatory compliance, public health, environmental health and pollution prevention.

Examples of Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge Of

Principles of environmental compliance assurance and environmental sciences
Mathematical compilation & analysis
Principles of chemistry & chemical reactions
Effects of waste material on water quality & land quality and the interactions of waste with the environment
Environmental practices with special reference to their general effect on public health & the quality of the environment
Laws, codes, regulations, and policies affecting the department's operations & programs
Applicable tools, equipment & materials
Principles, procedures and practices of fact-finding, interviewing, and customer service
Statistical methods and analysis
Team dynamics and team building
Leadership, mentoring and conflict resolution

Ability To

Read English at a level necessary to examine, interpret, and apply scientific, legal, technical, and complex guidelines, documents, records and reports
Speak English at a level necessary to communicate clearly and effectively
Write English at a level necessary to produce concise, accurate and impartial reports, narratives, summaries and recommendations
Communicate, verbally and in writing, scientific and technical terminology into terms understandable to the general public
Locate, research, interpret, and apply environmental laws and regulations
Work independently within established guidelines, prioritize and coordinate activities, and meet critical deadlines
Perform work assignments related to environmental inspections, compliance, monitoring, regulation, and research
Work cooperatively with others
Build and maintain constructive relationships with those encountered during course of work
Respond effectively and tactfully to hostility, confusion or concerns expressed by others
Collect, process, evaluate, and summarize scientific and technical data and ideas to make effective decisions and develop appropriate solutions
Develop, prepare, and present studies and reports to governmental boards, civic organizations and other groups
Effectively represent the department in contacts and relationships with the public, local business community and other government agencies
Use sound judgment and personal initiative to accomplish assignments
Use appropriate interpersonal style and approach to ensure team cohesiveness and cooperation
Perform complex work regarding environmental inspections, compliance, monitoring, regulation, and research
Lead complex or sensitive work projects
Provide work direction and instruction to scientific, technical and professional staff
Review work for pertinence, accuracy and completeness
Analyze complex environmental compliance problems, make statistical inferences from complex data, and develop recommendations or solutions
Represent the department in contacts and relationships with the public, local business community, other government agencies, and the media

Employment Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Either: 1. Graduation from an accredited college or university with major in health science, public health, natural science, physical science, environmental science, or a related field.

AND

Two years of professional experience in environmental regulation, analysis, or environmental research performing journey level duties and responsibilities equivalent to the Environmental Specialist (Level II) class in Sacramento County service.

Or: 2. Possession of a Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in health science, public health, natural science, physical science, environmental science, or a related field.

AND

One year of professional experience in environmental inspections, enforcement, regulation, analysis, and/or research performing journey level duties and responsibilities equivalent to the Environmental Specialist (Level II) class in Sacramento County service.

Note: Up to one year of the required education may be substituted with full time or equivalent part time experience similar to that described, on the basis of 173.6 hours = 21.7 days = 1 work month = 3 semester or 4.5 quarter units.

Note: The word "experience" referenced in the minimum qualifications means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements.

Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the final filing or cut-off date listed in this notice.

Special Requirements

License Requirement: A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher is required prior to appointment to this class. Failure to maintain a valid License may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rules. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis

Special Skills: Some positions may require the ability to speak, read, and/or write a language, in addition to English, or knowledge of a specific culture, such as Black Culture, Mexican/Spanish Culture, or Asian Culture.

Physical Requirements: Ability to stoop and kneel to conduct inspections, take water and other environmental samples, and inspect equipment; climb fences, stairs, and ladders; walk rough terrain and muddy fields; work in an underground environment; climb in and out of swimming pools under construction; wear protective clothing; normal hearing; normal verbal communication ability; visually distinguish between colors; calibrate and use technical and monitoring instruments; read gauges and meters; and see in dimly lit areas.

Work Schedule and Conditions: Incumbents are subject to work in adverse weather conditions, emergency situations, and perform duties outside of normal working hours, as necessary.

Professional Certification / Registration Requirements: Some positions require possession of a valid certification as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) issued by the State of California.

Some positions require possession of a valid certification as a Registered Dairy Inspector, issued by the State of California.

Some positions may require possession of valid certifications, as deemed necessary by legislative mandate or appropriate regulatory authority in the State of California.

NOTE: Failure to maintain required certification/registration constitutes cause for suspension or termination from the class in accordance with Civil Service Rules.

Application and Testing Information

How to Apply

The County of Sacramento application form and responses to the Supplemental Questions are to be completed and submitted online.

Please remember:

If you have previously applied online for a County job, you must use the same GovernmentJobs.com Username account.
Do not share your Username account with anyone else.
If any additional documentation (such as copies of transcripts, etc.) is required you will be contacted.
Resumes may be attached to your submitted application, however, a notation of "See Resume" will not be accepted for the information requested on the application or the Supplemental Questions.
Your application will be considered incomplete if the required information is not filled out in its entirety.
Any notifications from the Employment Office about your Transfer application will be sent to you by email. Notices can also be accessed in your governmentjobs.com inbox.

County of Sacramento Employment Services Division
700 H Street, Room 4667
Sacramento, CA 95814
Phone 916-874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service
Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net
Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667

Supplemental Questionnaire Instructions

You must complete the Supplemental Questionnaire for Transfers under the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". When completing the Supplemental Questions, provide accurate information. Your responses in the Education and Work Experience sections on your application and the Supplemental Questions will be checked to verify that you qualify for a transfer.

Note: Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as responses to the required information on the application and the Supplemental Questions.

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