Environmental Operations Specialist-Public Health

Job Summary

Positions in this class are responsible for performing a variety of field and office assignments that require the application of standard principles in the development and operation of solid waste management systems. Duties include responsibility for capital projects, including overseeing design work, project estimating, and project management; activities to comply with federal, state and local environmental regulations to implement solid waste plans; leading inspections of public and private solid waste facilities; and for providing technical assistance and contract compliance.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: 

• Four (4) year degree with major coursework in public administration, finance, engineering, environmental science, or related field.
• Two (two) years of experience working with the public in areas related to solid waste management, recycling, moderate risk waste, or environmental education.
• Senior-level: Master’s Degree and minimum two (2) years’ experience in a position comparable to an Environmental Operations Specialist.
• On a year-for-year basis, any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for educational requirements.

Knowledge of: Federal, State, and local regulations pertaining to solid waste, water quality, and storm water; landfill management and disposal; operation and siting of transfer and hazardous waste facilities; recycling processing equipment, risk management, contracts and legal documents, project management related to capital improvements; principles, practices, and techniques of storm water management; planning and permitting processes; capital finance and rate setting; planning and budgeting; work standards and codes applicable to the job.

Ability to: Prepare detailed documentation and communications in the form of technical papers, written reports, and a variety of memos and letters; establish effective working relationships and communication with contractors, consultants, legal counsel, staff, media, public officials, regulatory agencies, property owners, business groups, and the public; effectively plan and organize work and complete tasks within prescribed timeframes; comprehend, interpret, and implement applicable regulations governing environmental impacts, solid waste management, and the protection of water quality; analyze and evaluate complex problems and devise solutions; independently exercise sound judgment when working with diverse stakeholders; adapt quickly to unanticipated changes in priorities and timelines; maintain professional composure when dealing with difficult individuals or contentious issues; read, understand, and interpret a variety of technical design plans, maps, and charts; research and prepare grant proposals, and administer grant funds; maintain a valid driver’s license.

Incumbents typically work in both office and field settings associated with community events, complaint investigations, and technical assistance visits/meetings. Work involves management  of multiple priorities and direct face-to-face interactions with the public.

For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line (applications on external sites are not monitored), please visit our website at:

https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county

Salary Grade: Local 17 Engineers.11 $35.29 - $47.64- per hour