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- Position Description
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This position is in the Regional Wastewater Reclamation Department.
Salary Grade: 61Pima County Regional Wastewater Reclamation Department is seeking to fill a position in the Data Management Unit (DMU) of the Compliance and Regulatory Affairs Office (CRAO). CRAO is responsible for managing the environmental permits for Water Reclamation Facilities (WRFs), the industrial pretreatment program (IPP), and a state-of-the-art environmental analytical laboratory. DMU works in a support role to assist the department in accomplishing these critical functions. Some responsibilities for the successful candidate will include managing the Laboratory Information Management System, timely reporting of data to Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ), coordinating inspections of the Water Reclamation Facilities, and supervising a successful team, among others.
Our Vision:
To be an industry leader in the management and sustainability of the water reclamation cycle and other renewable resources.
Our Mission:
To protect the public health, safety, and the environment by providing quality service, environmental stewardship, and renewable resources.
For more information about Pima County’s Regional Wastewater Reclamation Department, visit https://webcms.pima.gov/government/wastewaterreclamation/.A physical will be required.
- Duties/Responsibilities
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(Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.)
Prepares permit application documents, negotiates and obtains permits for new construction or modifications to facilities;Meets with Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) personnel and other regulatory representatives from various agencies and departments to negotiate permit conditions;Monitors permits and reporting requirements to ensure compliance with permit conditions;
Monitors wastewater facilities for compliance with environmental permits, regulations and procedures and submits compliance reports to regulatory agencies;Collects, reviews and monitors permit required data and compiles reports for compliance and works to resolve permit noncompliance;Drafts response letters and negotiates compliance conditions with ADEQ for permit violations;Ensures appropriate monitoring frequencies are met and parameters are in accordance with permit conditions;Reviews and comments on regulatory issues, proposals and policy implementation;Reviews current and proposed new or changed rules, regulations or related materials for impact on facilities, division operations and management and makes recommendations to management;Interprets environmental laws and statutes and coordinates with other Pima County staff in developing strategies to ensure compliance;Reviews proposed legislation and rules and provides comments to represent the department’s interest in the legislative process;Attends and participates in appeals processes and hearings;Represents the Department and County in various committees relative to permitting and compliance issues;Oversees the development, submission, maintenance and archiving of County/state/federal-mandated operating permits, reports, forms and records;Coordinates the collection, reporting and documentation of compliance data;Consults with and trains managers and supervisors in data collection and compliance reporting;Develops and implements short/long-range plans in concert with departmental management;Conducts research, data-gathering and reporting for special projects;Plans, reviews and prepares reports and proposals for new projects;Develops division budget and monitors expenditures;Responds to public requests for information and resolves complaints;Supervises, trains and evaluates professional and technical employees.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
Knowledge of:- materials, equipment and operations of wastewater treatment plants, facilities and related systems;
- local, state and federal environmental requirements for wastewater and achieving regulatory compliance;
- local, state and federal laws, rules, regulations and mandates for the treatment and disposal of wastewater and its byproducts, certification/licensing of facilities and operations staff and reporting requirements for local, state and federal agencies;
- local, state and federal laws, codes and regulations related to wastewater laboratory analysis;
- occupational hazards associated with the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment plants, facilities and related systems;
- water and wastewater facility design and operation;
- principles, practices and techniques of wastewater chemical analysis, water pollution control and groundwater contamination;
- lab analysis methods and new developments involving monitoring;
- principles and practices of office and personnel administration, to include employee supervision, evaluation and training.
Skill in:- compiling and submitting local, state and federal mandated reports and related information;
- coordinating the collection, documentation, filing and archiving of Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) operations, maintenance, activity reports and data;
- negotiation techniques;
- interpretation of regulations, permit conditions and sampling techniques;
- preparation of technical reports and evaluations;
- developing and implementing program improvements;
- assessing the impact of new/changed rules, regulations and mandates on unit operations and recommending/implementing needed changes to assure departmental compliance;
- coordinating work-unit activities with other departments, County, state and federal agencies;
- supervision, evaluation and training of support staff;
- conducting and reporting research of assigned special projects to management;
- communicating effectively.
- Minimum Qualifications
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(1) A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in natural resource management, civil or sanitary engineering, management, biological science, chemistry, environmental technology, environmental science or environmental engineering, or a closely related field as defined by the appointing authority at the time of recruitment and four years of experience in environmental permit administration plus one year of supervisory experience (which may be concurrent with general experience).OR:
(2) Two years of experience with Pima County as a Permit and Regulatory Compliance Coordinator, Environmental Planning Manager, or Civil Engineer, plus one year of supervisory experience (which may be concurrent with general experience).OR:
(3) Three years of experience with Pima County as an Environmental Analyst, plus one year of supervisory experience (which may be concurrent with general experience).
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write “see resume” on your application.Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):
- Experience with data entry, analysis trending, and accurate reporting of information.
- Minimum two (2) years supervisory experience.
- Recent experience (within the last five (5) years) working in compliance-focused settings, such as interpreting permits, reporting data, and communicating with local, state, and federal regulators.
- Recent experience/knowledge (within the last five (5) years) with managing databases and laboratory information management systems (LIMS).
- Experience with Crystal Reports.
- Experience with APP and AZPDES permits.
Selection Procedure: Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum/desired qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum/desired qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.
- Supplemental Information
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Licenses and Certificates: 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. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.
Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.Physical/Sensory Requirements: A physical will be required which includes a 50 lbs lift and 50 lbs push/pull. Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.
EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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