Environmental Programs Administrator

Le Sueur County Career • Le Center, MN

2d • $41 - $58

About The Position

Environmental Programs Administrator Environmental Services Department Division: Environmental, Planning & Zoning - Supervisor FLSA Status: Non-Exempt General Definition of Work Performs difficult administrative and advanced technical work administering, interpreting and enforcing local, state and federal regulations, County zoning and solid waste ordinances, approving the design and inspection of septic systems, coordinating communication between the County and homeowners, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the general direction of the Environmental Services Director. Departmental oversight is exercised over all personnel within the department and continuous supervision is exercised over all staff within the Environmental Programs division. Qualification Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The statements listed below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Requirements

• Ability to listen, comprehend, and effectively communicate information both written and orally to all individuals.
• Ability to conduct advanced research for reports and develop recommendations.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Advanced knowledge of comprehensive Land Use laws and rules.
• Ability to make adjustments to work in order to coordinate efforts with others, ensuring consistency.
• Intermediate knowledge of maintaining a Land Use Geographic Information System (GIS).
• Advanced ability to interpret regulations, requirements, and activities and effectively provide explanation to individuals, officials, and the general public.
• Ability to maintain patience, confidence, and composure under pressure or adverse circumstances.
• Ability to impartially evaluate different sides of controversial issues.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles of environmental and land use programs.
• Knowledge of computer software sufficient for database and spreadsheet operations.
• Master’s Degree in Planning, Urban Studies, Land Use, or a related natural resources science field, and 5 year of related experience in Planning, Code Enforcement, and/or Erosion Control; OR Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Urban Studies, Land Use, or a related natural resources science field, and 7 year of related experience in Planning, Code Enforcement, and/or Erosion Control; OR High School diploma and 9 years of related experience in Planning, Code Enforcement, and/or Erosion Control; OR Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• MN Pollution Control Agency SSTS Administrator Training within 6 months of date of hire
• Erosion and Stormwater Management certification within one (1) year of date of hire
• MN Pollution Control Agency Subsurface Sewage Treatment (SSTS) Inspector Certification within two (2) years of date of hire
• Ability to maintain certification through continuing education.
• Continuing Education related to Management and Leadership.
• Annual membership and involvement in the MACPZA organization.
• Valid driver's license in the State of Minnesota.
• Participates in Professional Staff Development.
• Participates in training and education opportunities to maintain and improve proficiency.
• Interacts with agents and departments from other counties and states to learn about and maintain professionalism.
• Experience with State and local environmental enforcement or compliance programs.
• Experience working with technical drawings, site plans, or engineering documents.
• Strong background in at least one of the three major components of the position (Feedlot, Ditches, or Septic).
• Valid Driver’s License in the State of Minnesota.

Responsibilities

• Represents the Department in the absence of the Environmental Services Director and the Zoning Administrator.
• In the absences of the Zoning Administrator, supervises, manages and directs the activities of the department staff engaged in Planning & Zoning activities.
• Provides supervision and administration of all Code Enforcement, Drainage, Feedlot, and Septic staff.
• Assists in the preparation and maintaining of the Septic, Feedlot, Solid Waste, and SCORE budgets.
• Assists in the development and the implementation of policies and goals for the Department.
• Attends local, regional and state meetings and training events pertaining to Solid Waste.
• Works with the Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment.
• Prepares staff reports for the Board of Adjustment and occasionally prepares staff reports for the Planning Commission.
• Assists the Board of Adjustment in its onsite meetings.
• Uses GIS and other software to compose or create maps for public agencies, staff or citizens.
• Assists with development and amendments to the closed landfill, solid waste, and zoning ordinances.
• Ensures ordinances stay in compliance with local, state and federal standards, codes and laws.
• Assists Tri-County Solid Waste staff with the organization of the County’s collections of solid waste and household hazardous waste.
• Reviews revisions to the Solid Waste Ordinance and Solid Waste Management Plan.
• Oversees and assists within the septic program to interpret and enforce state and local regulations; in the absence of all other septic staff, responds to inquiries from landowners related to the County’s septic program, reviews and approves design and installation, and conducts soil verifications.
• Assists with septic duties as needed.
• Oversees and assists with the County ditch system to interpret and enforce state and local regulations; in the absence of all other drainage staff, respond to inquiries from landowners related to the County ditch system.
• Reviews Land Use Requests.
• Receives, processes, and approves applications and permits for demolition, land use requests, and septic systems; collects and records applicable fees.
• Verify completion and compliance in conformance with the zoning and solid waste ordinances.
• Assists with the review of Environmental Assessment Worksheets and Environmental Impact Statements.
• Assists in the creation of a uniform process for the inspection of all potential zoning and solid waste violations.
• Communicates with the sheriff’s department and County Attorney’s office when violations are referred for prosecution.
• Reviews complaints pertaining to zoning and solid waste.
• Determines compliance with County Zoning Ordinance, Solid Waste Management Ordinance, and state and federal regulations.
• Refers complaints to appropriate County staff or State agencies.
• Provide written warnings, compliance orders, and administrative citations when violations are confirmed.
• Creates and assigns the schedule for inspections.
• Ensure corrective actions have been taken and violations are resolved.
• Monitor inspections pertaining to code enforcement, feedlot, and septic compliance; coordinates planning efforts to bring homeowners into compliance if necessary.
• Works in cooperation with state agencies, law enforcement, attorneys, and courts to enforce zoning violations; attends public meetings concerning violations.

Benefits

• health insurance
• life insurance
• retirement plan
• vacation/sick/holiday pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level