Temporary Environmental Compliance Specialist

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DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW:
Please learn more about our department and how we serve our community: What does the Watershed Protection Department do?

Job Description:

Purpose:

Under limited supervision and using comprehensive knowledge, review, inspect, analyze, and/or investigate development, construction, businesses, remediation plans, and pollution events to ensure compliance with environmental regulations. Responsible for projects and programs that are diverse in scope and complexity.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Fire Adapted Community’s (FAC) objectives of the Wildland Fire Management Coordinates, directs, and/or conducts investigations and surveys related to environmental issues and programs.
  
• Develops sampling protocol and standard operating procedures.
  
• Responds to and directs spills and complaint actions.
  
• Provides technical information and assistance to internal and external customers.
  
• Develops and implements rules, code changes, and training programs.
  
• Implements permitting and registration programs.
  
• Reviews and interprets policies, codes, regulations, ordinances, plans, and proposals for compliance.
  
• Researches, develops, presents, and/or submits incident, inspection, and technical reports/cases to appropriate agency/personnel.
  
• Participates in and/or leads City wide initiatives, task forces, and committees.
  
• Resolves appeals of permit denials.
  

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

• None.
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods.
  
• Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
  
• Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.
  
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
  
• Skill in using computers and related software applications.
  
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
  
• Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public.
  
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation with a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Environmental Science, Life Science, Natural Science, or related field, plus four (4) years of relevant experience.
  
• Graduation with a master's degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience.
  
• One (1) additional year of experience may substitute for one (1) year of the required education with a maximum substitution of four (4) years.
  

Licenses and Certifications Required:

May require a valid State of Texas Class C Driver License and the ability to meet driver eligibility standards detailed in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program.

Notes to Candidate:

POSITION OVERVIEW :
This position reports to the Pond Inspection and Dam Safety section supervisor, which is responsible for inspecting and monitoring Stormwater Control Measures (SCMs) for regulatory compliance. Working under minimal supervision, the role focuses on post-construction field inspections of both privately and publicly maintained critical infrastructure. The position may initiate enforcement actions for non-compliance and serve as an expert witness in legal proceedings when necessary. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with applicable regulations, coordinate inspection activities, and provide subject matter expertise on SCM functionality and environmental criteria.

EDUCATION :
Verification of education will be conducted on the top candidate.

ASSESSMENTS :
The candidate selected to interview is subject to pre-employment screening assessments to evaluate skill levels and competencies required for this position.

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS :
This position requires a valid State of Texas Class C Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

ABOUT YOUR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION (Please read carefully):

When completing the City of Austin Employment Application:
Include details on the application of prior or current work history with the City of Austin. A resume may be submitted with the employment application but does not substitute for a complete employment application. A detailed and complete employment application will help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine your salary if you are selected for this position. Include any previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications and relevant experience. Your work history must include the employer’s name and address, job title, supervisor’s name, and employer contact number, the month and year of employment, and whether it was full or part-time work. Each work history should include a detailed description of the work you performed. We do not accept “See Resume” and your application will be considered incomplete. Any relevant work history on the resume must be reflected in the employment application in order to be considered.

CLOSING DATE:

Please be aware that the posting will close at 11:59 PM the day before the date listed. All application steps, including attachments and submission, must be fully completed before that time.

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EEO Statement for City of Austin:

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

Closing Date/Time: 2025-10-29

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