Environmental Services Assistant

City of Ventura • Ventura, CA

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About The Position

The City of Ventura is seeking an Environmental Services Assistant to join our Public Works team. This is an entry-level paraprofessional position that provides a great opportunity to support the City’s environmental services programs while developing valuable skills and experience. The role combines administrative and clerical responsibilities with a variety of routine technical and program support activities. This position works closely with the Environmental Services team and provides an excellent foundation for those interested in building a career in environmental services, public works, or a related field.

Requirements

• A combination of education, training and experience equivalent to two years of college coursework in business administration, environmental sciences, or a related field, and 6 months of experience in data collection or clerical record keeping are required.
• Depending on assignment, possession of a valid California Class C driver's license may be required.
• When assigned to K-12 classroom presentations, incumbent is required to undergo live scan fingerprinting and provide proof of a negative tuberculosis test result within the last two years.

Responsibilities

• Develops and delivers educational presentations on environmental programs for community groups, schools, and other audiences; prepares brochures, informational materials, and other outreach resources and helps distribute them through mailings, information sites, and community events.
• Responds to questions, suggestions, and concerns from residents and the public regarding environmental programs; provides information, prepares responses, and coordinates with City staff as needed to address issues and resolve concerns.
• Represents the City at regional meetings and supports assigned environmental programs by responding to questions, coordinating materials and services, maintaining program records, tracking grant-related expenses, and preparing routine grant reports.
• Supports environmental events and activities by coordinating permits, assisting with professional services agreements, and recruiting and scheduling volunteers.
• Provides support to environmental program staff through a variety of activities, including photographing projects and activities, staffing community outreach booths, and assisting with print, radio, television, and other public outreach efforts.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree