ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGER - SES - 64045576

State of Florida • West Palm Beach, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an Environmental Manager- SES position with duties managing the stationary source compliance and enforcement program of the Air & Solid Waste Program. Duties involve a wide range of administrative and supervisory related to the stationary source compliance monitoring and enforcement program. Work is performed under the supervision of the Engineering Specialist Supervisor III – SES. This position requires independent judgment, initiative, applying general knowledge of business practices and skill in applying instructions to accomplish various job functions. This position spends the majority of the time engaged in supervisory responsibilities. This includes communicating, motivating, training, and evaluating employees in addition to planning and directing employees’ work. The incumbent has the authority to hire, transfer, suspend, lay off, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward, or discipline subordinate employees or effectively recommend such action. The incumbent will also be required to develop performance expectations, meet with staff regularly to discuss performance, complete performance reviews, maintain vacation and work schedules, ensuring proper coverage, and complete timesheets. This position is responsible and accountable for the performance of the field staff under their supervision. This position is designated as a sensitive position and is required to maintain confidential information in accordance with the Florida Department of Health (FDOH) Palm Beach County Health Department (CHD) Information Security Policy, Protocols and Procedures. This position will review all inspection records and supporting documents generated by the staff under vision. Has access to Health Management System (HMS) for Daily Activity Report (DAR) entry and approval only. This position may enter and updates information in Environmental Health database including inspections, permits, customer and billing information. Utilizes graphical information system (GIS) in enhancing program operations and may view, update and release information as needed. Manages the stationary source compliance and enforcement program of the air program. Directs and coordinates activities related to stationary source compliance monitoring, including inspections, emission monitoring audits and compliance tests. Implements and ensures completion of all relevant conditions and reporting requirements of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 105 Grant work plan and the Specific Operating Agreement (SOA) and contracts with the Florida Dept. of Environmental Protection. Reviews inspection and test reports to determine compliance with federal, state and county rules and the specific conditions of air permits. Ensures the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Database (ARMS) and program databases are maintained in accordance with applicable requirements.Oversees enforcement actions against violators of air pollution and solid waste rules. Coordinates enforcement cases with the Environmental Control Officer and DEP Office. Negotiates settlements by establishing acceptable conditions for consent orders and recommends penalties consistent with EPA and DEP enforcement guidelines. Provides assistance in the enforcement of hazardous waste cases. Manages and directs the programs for asbestos control enforcing National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP), open burning, and the handling of air pollution complaints from the public. Manages the compliance monitoring covered under multi-media licenses for air pollution and hazardous waste. Serves as the data quality assurance manager for air and solid waste compliance & enforcement programs. Conducts audits of the staff inspection and prepare a report for Administrator. Ensures all reporting databases are maintained in a timely and proper manner. Tracks performance results and analyzes the data for trends, deficiencies, and identify opportunities for improvement. Oversees data integrity, and make sure paper and electronic records are maintained in accordance with state requirements and local policies and procedures. Manages and directs the investigations of air pollution complaints associated with stationary sources. Ensures complaints are handled timely and appropriately following adopted policies and procedures. Manages the indoor air quality program designed to provide information and guidance on indoor air quality problems primarily associated with residential settings. Coordinates radon awareness and outreach programs as per the FDOH grant and protocols. Manages and supervises the compliance monitoring of registered solid waste facilities in accordance with the DEP Solid Waste (SOA). Supervises the inspections and approval of the Disaster Debris Management Sites (DDMS) and coordinates with DEP in implementing the Emergency Final Order issued during the storms. Represents the Health Department at public hearings and meetings with other agencies, industrial representatives and citizens groups; makes presentations at those meetings when necessary to support the Health Department’s air pollution control policies. Serves as technical advisor in the interpretation and development of federal, state and county plans, rules and regulations. Responsible and accountable for the performance of subordinate field staff. Responsible to review all inspection records and supporting documents generated by subordinate staff. Participate at the standard activities; Outreach, Suggestions, and/or Teamwork and attends after hours meetings as needed. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures related to compliance enforcement of an environmental program.
• Ability to supervise people.
• Ability to communicate effectively in public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to work independently, solve problems, and make decisions.
• Ability to use computer systems and office computer programs
• A Bachelor’s degree from a college or university with major in one of the physical or natural sciences or engineering. Knowledge of terminology, principles and analytical techniques of the physical or natural sciences per Chapter 403 F.S.
• Incumbent may be required to work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency.
• A Valid Driver’s License.
• Hard hat and steel toe safety boots are required for this position.

Responsibilities

• managing the stationary source compliance and enforcement program of the Air & Solid Waste Program
• managing the stationary source compliance and enforcement program of the air program
• managing and directing the programs for asbestos control enforcing National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP), open burning, and the handling of air pollution complaints from the public
• managing and directing the investigations of air pollution complaints associated with stationary sources
• managing the indoor air quality program designed to provide information and guidance on indoor air quality problems primarily associated with residential settings
• managing and supervising the compliance monitoring of registered solid waste facilities in accordance with the DEP Solid Waste (SOA)
• representing the Health Department at public hearings and meetings with other agencies, industrial representatives and citizens groups
• reviewing all inspection records and supporting documents generated by subordinate staff

Benefits

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees