Sr Specialist, Sciences

City of Fort Collins•Fort Collins, CO

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Fort Collins is seeking a Sr. Specialist, Sciences to join the One Water Utilities Water Reclamation and Biosolids division. This is a full-time salaried position with an anticipated hiring salary range of $88,000 - $95,000 a year. The Sr. Specialist plans, develops, implements, and continually improves programs to support City policies, plans, goals, and regulation-based requirements. This position is primarily focused on Industrial Pretreatment, implementing environmental programs, administering permits and issuing guidance to achieve environmental regulatory compliance and environmental stewardship for the City of Fort Collins. This is an excellent opportunity to safeguard the water quality within our community and contribute to our environmental health and protection. Work includes but is not limited to: writing and enforcing Industrial Discharge Permits, inspections and monitoring of industrial dischargers, managing and implementing sector control programs, data analysis, supporting adherence to NPDES/CDPS permits, and education and outreach for commercial and industrial customers.

Requirements

Ability to perform math and statistical analysis.
Proficient in technical writing.
Knowledge of laboratory and field safety procedures.
Ability to interpret data, laboratory reports, and make legally defensible decisions.
Proficient in standard office software, specifically Word and Excel.
Ability to interpret complex rules, regulations, laws and codes and communicate effectively to audience of diverse backgrounds and knowledge.
Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical users.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, customers and the public.
Ability to efficiently manage multiple tasks, responsibilities and unexpected events requiring timely response.
Knowledge of federal, state and local environmental regulations related to industrial pretreatment, NPDES and CDPS programs and permits.
Ability to work independently.
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in chemistry, biology, environmental science, natural resources, engineering or related field; or equivalent work experience.
Four (4) years related experience in the field, or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably in a municipality, utility or other related government agency.
Experience navigating databases for logging and reporting.
Familiarity with and automatic samplers, pH meters and other basic laboratory and safety equipment including ventilators, gas detectors, and tripod hoists.
Valid driver's license
Wastewater D certification or the ability to attain within 12 months.

Nice To Haves

Some positions may require functionally related certification or advanced degrees

Responsibilities

Monitors industrial wastewater data to determine regulatory compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Maintains the industrial user violation logs in instances of noncompliance.
Writes industrial discharge permits; performs industrial user inspections and surveys, writes inspection reports and identifies new industrial users.
Schedules and performs wastewater sampling events, including industrial wastewater, domestic wastewater and related samples.
Maintains data in the pretreatment database and develops reports and graphs of pretreatment data or other related wastewater data.
Documents and updates standard operating procedures related to industrial pretreatment program implementation.
Prepares annual reports for submittal to the state and Environmental Protection Agency.
Identifies and evaluates pollutants that could cause harm to the wastewater collection system and treatment facility.
Conducts investigations to pinpoint illicit discharges.
Develops, implements and manages industry sector control programs (e.g., FOG/POG, dental amalgam) including educational outreach, inspections and enforcement.
Reviews, implements and manages state and EPA administered permits, policies and programs.
Promotes pollution prevention, regulatory compliance and a culture of continual improvement.
Prepares hauled waste permits and assures regulatory compliance by liquid waste haulers using the Waste Transfer Station.
Evaluates and drafts appropriate enforcement responses; administers or assists in enforcement action.
Promotes a culture of safety first and adheres to safety policies and procedures.
Maintains a variety of field equipment used for sampling, safety and sample analysis.
Performs routine calibrations on analytical equipment.
Interprets analytical data and Certificates of Analysis reports from internal and contract laboratories.
Develops local pollutant limitations using complex mathematical formulas to ensure compliance with local, state and federal pretreatment standards.
Conducts research on current and emerging regulations that pertain to wastewater and water quality.
Develops and participates in public outreach and education efforts.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision (for self, spouse, domestic partner, children) – eligible on the 1st of the month following date of hire
Paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional one-time bank of 40 PTO hours for new, full-time, Classified and Unclassified Management hires
Retirement + company contributions – after 6 month probation period and immediate vesting
Flexible spending: Medical expenses FSA, dependent FSA or both
Employee Assistance Program: counseling, legal, financial assistance
Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
Wellness program, workout facilities
Employee/family onsite health clinic
Learning and development opportunities at all levels in the organization with opportunities for career mobility
Collaborative work environment