Environmental Specialist - Environmental Quality

Pima County • Tucson, AZ

1d • $54,891 - $76,856 • Onsite

About The Position

The Pima County Department of Environmental Quality (PDEQ) is seeking an inspector to join our team of environmental professionals. The successful candidate will primarily inspect large and small quantity generator facilities for Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) compliance, respond to complaints, and conduct inspections for other PDEQ waste and water programs (including aquatic facility construction, public water systems sanitary surveys, onsite waste, and sewage overflows). This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in environmental science, environmental health, sanitation, public health, engineering hydrology or a closely related field as defined by the department director at the time of recruitment AND one year of experience in the environmental or health fields.
• Two years of experience with Pima County as a Laboratory Chemist, Environmental Analyst or Environmental Health Specialist I, or a combination of experience in two or more of the cited classes or other similar level position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.
• Valid driver license is required at time of application.
• Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment.
• The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures.
• Some positions may require possession of a current Certificate of Registration to practice as a Registered Sanitarian in the State of Arizona at the time of appointment or prior to completion of initial/promotional probation.
• The County requires pre-employment background checks.
• Frequently required to lift, push or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Experience coordinating and participating in regulatory field inspections and compliance evaluations of Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA).
• Experience with/knowledge of environmental inspections and complaint investigations.
• Experience coordinating and participating in regulatory field inspections and compliance evaluations of water/wastewater systems.
• Experience presenting and explaining information to the regulated community and the general public.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Provides information to department staff, the public and regulated industry, concerning environmental quality and health issues.
• Performs inspections, research, and analysis, and reviews to ensure compliance with established rules, regulations and statutes and completes reports.
• Prepares, reviews and approves plans and applications for applicable permits.
• Oversees, monitors and coordinates assigned environmental, safety or health programs, e.g., pollution prevention and sustainability, to ensure compliance with environmental quality, health and safety regulations and criteria.
• Plans, organizes and implements environmental and health programs, e.g., pollution prevention and sustainability, for department, area of assignment, regulated industries and the general public.
• Coordinates environmental quality and health and hazardous materials identification and remediation programs with other public, county, state and federal programs and agencies.
• Advises and consults with management, public officials, professional, civic, industry and other groups, organizations and individuals regarding environmental quality and health activities.
• Develops, analyzes, interprets and implements County ordinances and/or policies, state and federal laws regulating environmental quality and health.
• Establishes and maintains liaison relationships and coordinates specific activities with management, other departments, public and private agencies, organizations, groups, and public officials regarding environmental quality and health activities.
• Maintains, monitors, and coordinates creation and maintenance of appropriate records and data and ensures they are up to date and in compliance with regulations and policies.
• Responds to citizen complaints/inquiries or conducts enforcement activities regarding environmental quality and health.

Benefits

• competitive salaries
• generous health insurance coverage
• retirement plans
• flexible work schedules
• generous family leave policy
• wellness programs
• opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs
• County-wide employee recognition program

What This Job Offers

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