Nature of Work
At Coconino County, public service matters. Our dedication to public service promotes a culture that elicits employee growth, cultivates inspiration, and creates future leaders by empowering employees to solve internal and external customer needs and exceed customer service expectations. As an award-winning organization with high regard for cultural diversity and the positive contributions of the many thriving cultures within our county, our nation, and our society, Coconino County leads a variety of initiatives that celebrate diversity; from our Annual Diversity Day, and monthly Heritage Lunch & Learns, to book clubs, and professional development academies which target diverse workforce segments. Coconino County's respect for diversity is shared throughout the organization. Be part of this optimistic, innovative team where outstanding customer service creates dynamic solutions and engages leadership at every level.
Under general supervision performs work of moderate difficulty in the environment quality field; performs related work as assigned.
Please note: This position is limited appointment through June 30, 2025.
Typical Duties
(Illustrative Only)
• Conducts site inspections for individual wastewater systems including soils analysis, determines limiting conditions that will indicate the need for a designer
• Reviews plans for conventional septic system for compliance with Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) rule and local ordinance, and make the determination to approve or deny
• Identifies and implements appropriate measures to achieve compliance
• Conducts site inspection to confirm that wastewater system is installed properly and in compliance with the approved plans
• Investigates public nuisance complaints, assesses the possible impacts to the public health and recommends correction action and enforcement action to supervisor
• Inspects and permits water, trash and septic haulers
• Responds to customer calls and keeps them up to date on progress of their application
• Enters data into Cocopal permit tracking system
• Performs other duties as assigned
Essential functions of this position include but are not limited to: driving; standing, walking, crouching, stooping, kneeling, reaching and bending to perform inspections and investigations; working with and around other staff and customers; working alone; color vision for inspections, investigations and training; hearing and speech for ordinary conversation and communicating with customers, staff, etc.; finger dexterity for inspections, investigations and training.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in biology, microbiology, chemistry, environmental science, or closely related field; and one year experience in an environmental quality program; OR
Associate degree in biology, microbiology, chemistry, environmental science, or closely related field; and two years of experience in an environmental quality program; OR
Any combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be Registered Sanitarian by the State of Arizona and certified inspector by the National Association of Wastewater Transporters. Must obtain an Arizona driver's license by date of hire and maintain it throughout employment. Must obtain the National Association of Wastewater Transporters Certification within two years of hire.
Please Note: Can be hired as an Environmental Quality Specialist I Trainee and will be given two years to pass the Sanitarian exam.
This position is non-exempt from overtime.
This position is safety sensitive.
The ideal candidatewill be a Registered Sanitarian.
Preferred qualifications include experience as a Registered Sanitarian Certification issued by the State of Arizona. An RS Certification is a requirement of this position and the successful candidate must obtain their Registered Sanitarian Certification within two-years of hire. The successful candidate will be hired as an Environmental Quality Specialist I Trainee until an RS Certification is obtained. Also candidates with knowledge in environmental and soil sciences, relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations, principle practices of field inspections, compliance monitoring and enforcement, and interpreting applicable codes and ordinances, and the ability to read construction plans, prioritize work, interact with a diverse client groups are urged to apply.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Considerable knowledge of:
- Soil science
- Environmental related sciences such as biology, chemistry, environmental and physical sciences
• Working knowledge of:
- Relevant federal, state, and county codes, laws and regulations
- Principles and practices of field inspection, compliance monitoring, and enforcement
- Scientific basis for codes, laws and regulations
- Construction codes pertaining to area of specialization
• Skill in:
- Interpreting applicable codes and ordinances
- Interacting with diverse client groups
- Detecting violations
- Identifying appropriate measures to achieve compliance
• Ability to:
- Read construction plans
- Prioritize work
- Solve problems
- Prepare and maintain records and reports
- Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public
- Follow written and verbal instructions
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.