Environmental Planning and Compliance Coordinator

City of Durham•Durham, NC

About The Position

The Environmental Planning and Compliance Coordinator works for the City of Durham’s Department of Water Management, which provides water and sewer services to Durham residents. The role supports wastewater permit and regulatory compliance through sampling, testing, monitoring, analysis, and reporting. It also involves water-quality inspections, evaluation and enforcement activities, fieldwork, training coordination, public education, project-management support, policy and procedure development, customer service, and responding to public concerns. Depending on assignment, the position may focus on sewer-use and industrial-user compliance, grease-related programs, outreach, or sewer-overflow response and mitigation.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in environmental science, chemistry, biology, or a directly related field.
Three years of related experience.
A valid North Carolina Class C driver’s license, or willingness and ability to obtain a valid, unrestricted North Carolina driver’s license within 60 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Coursework related to environmental science and environmental technology may be preferred.
North Carolina pretreatment, wastewater collection system, or wastewater laboratory certification is preferred for industrial assignments.

Responsibilities

Prioritize and monitor work assignments, conduct staff training, and ensure operations comply with applicable codes, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Assist senior staff with project management and policy and procedure development, including project plans and schedules, standard operating documents, and monitoring staff adherence to established procedures.
Inspect facilities, utility systems, equipment, and assigned areas for compliance.
Conduct investigations and research studies, identify pollution sources and responsible parties, collect evidence, and support enforcement actions, including issuing official notices and documentation.
Collect and deliver industrial-waste and other samples according to applicable guidelines, and assist with analysis and communication of study findings.
Prepare and maintain operational, project, and departmental reports, records, files, notices, permits, and other documents; maintain databases; compile data; prepare agency submissions; and review work for accuracy and completeness.
Provide customer service; respond to public concerns, complaints, and questions; coordinate notifications to facilitate issue resolution; provide public education; and testify in court when assigned.
Maintain supply inventory; operate and maintain equipment; ensure equipment is calibrated and in proper working condition; and make purchase recommendations when assigned.
When assigned, serve as a lead worker by assigning work and monitoring its completion.
Inspect facilities and conduct sampling to enforce the Sewer Use Ordinance, Collection System permit, industrial-user permits, Fats, Oils and Grease requirements, and related ordinances, including at grease traps/interceptors and oil-water separators.
Educate food-service providers and coordinate logistics for public education and outreach programs; manage and attend outreach events and participate in community presentations.
Respond to sewer overflows and recommend or perform mitigation.