Utilities Coordinator

City of Raleigh North Carolina•Raleigh, NC

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team at Raleigh Water as a Utilities Coordinator! This role is responsible for coordinating the activities of the Resource Recovery Division’s International Standard Organization (ISO 14001) Standard for Environmental Management System (EMS) through developing, implementing, and maturing the Division’s EMS; to include, effective communication and training of the standard, monitoring and coordinating the internal audit and corrective action programs, and reporting on the effectiveness of the System. As well as managing the registration process, third party annual audits and compliance with ISO 14001. Additionally, this role develops and implements educational programs for Staff to assist in their understanding of the environment as it relates to the operation, and may perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Associate's Degree or 2 Years of College in Public Administration, Business Administration or related field; 3 to 5 years’ experience in utility system asset management, inventory control, or related work OR Any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted
Valid North Carolina Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire
Strong reading, writing, research, communication, and interpersonal skills
Strong administrative and organizational skills
Ability to interpret and communicate the ISO 14001 standards, or other required standards verbally and in writing
Ability to analyze complex environmental issues and develop practical, data-driven solutions and recommendations
Ability to interpret and apply environmental regulations, policies, standards, and ISO 14001 requirements
Ability to coordinate environmental initiatives, audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement activities
Ability to work semi independently while exercising sound judgment and initiative
Ability to prioritize competing assignments, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to adapt to changing priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy, professionalism, and customer service
Ability to promote a culture of environmental stewardship, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement throughout the organization
Knowledge of Principles and practices of environmental program management, performance metrics, and environmental education
Knowledge of ISO 14001 Environmental Management System (EMS) standards, registration requirements, and compliance auditing processes
Knowledge of Research methods, data collection techniques, and program evaluation
Knowledge of Modern office technology and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
Skill in Planning, implementing, and evaluating environmental management programs
Skill in Conducting research; collecting, organizing, analyzing, and interpreting complex information
Skill in Preparing clear, concise reports, correspondence, presentations, and recommendations
Skill in Delivering effective public presentations and facilitating training for diverse audiences
Skill in Managing multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail
Skill in Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing
Skill in Building and maintaining positive working relationships with employees, leadership, consultants, regulatory agencies, boards, community partners, and the public
Skill in Using computers, office software, and standard office equipment to support program administration and reporting

Nice To Haves

ISO 14001 Internal Auditor Certification

Responsibilities

Collaborate with administrative staff and the EMS Team to develop and implement the environmental objectives and targets to align with the results of the environmental impacts
Facilitate the document control process for the EMS
Facilitate the development of applicable standard operating procedures related to the EMS
Develop and conduct an audit program for the EMS, including the development and implementation of corrective action tracking
Work with third party EMS/ISO 14001 Registration Company to ensure certification is maintained
Regular review of the EMS manual and other controlling documents so that the program is up to date and reflects current work activities
Provide evaluation reports concerning the effectiveness of the EMS
Coordinate EMS communications, training activities, records management, document control, and support for the EMS Team and Management Review Meetings to include the drafting of agenda preparation, meeting minutes and action item follow-up
Manage Registration process for ISO 14001 Certification and compliance of all aspects of the Public Utilities Department through a contracted third party
Manage and develop environmental education for staff
Prepare presentations and reports concerning ISO 14001/EMS procedures and activities
Support special projects and collaborative initiatives that enhance Environmental Management System implementation, administrative effectiveness, and continuous improvement; perform other related duties as assigned