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Position Scope RECRUITMENT IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED Under general supervision, develop, update, and implement one or more of the City's environmental programs, including Stormwater Quality, Air Quality, Household and Hazardous Wastes, Environmental Quality Education and Enforcement, and Municipal Solid Waste Compliance. Ensure the assigned programs maintain compliance with local, state and federal regulations. Assist the Environmental Manager in the development and implementation of other duties as required. Primary Duties and Responsibilities The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties. Reviews City-wide environmental compliance activities performed within each department, performs gap analysis, makes suggestions for change, and assists in completion. Coordinates throughout city divisions and departments to ensure environmental compliance occurs and is recorded. Custodian of records for select environmental quality activities, responsible to know and follow applicable retention requirements. Provide content management and maintenance of the division's website, web tools, billing inserts, and other outreach materials, and work with the Public Information Officer for web design and social media. Collects and compiles administrative data and creates reports. Conducts special research projects as assigned. Coordinates with Risk Manager, setting training standards to ensure environmental permit(s) compliance occurs and is recorded. Plans and executes environmental programs. Coordinates the activities of Cart Dispatch Crew for residential service and city special events; provides Quality Control of cart dispatch program for customer service. Monitors assigned program budgets, and purchases supplies, records, and reports efficiency of program(s). Researches trends, analyzes and continuously revises programs for stewardship. Serves as an in-house expert and Code Enforcement Officer for city environmental quality ordinances, ensuring a solid coordination between code requirements, education, and enforcement action. Analyzes data, writes procedures and reports; prepares brochures and curriculum, teaches classes, and makes program recommendations. Promotes the City's Environmental Division programs through education, presentations, field trips and special events. Represents the City and department with outside organizations and communicates with outside vendors; acts as liaison to related municipal and professional organizations; acts as program spokesperson. Conducts sanitary solid waste field inspections of residential, commercial, and city properties. Ensures environmental plans and permits (i.e. dust control, stormwater management, industrial pretreatment, air quality impact, etc.) are completed pursuant to the Code. Responds to and resolve in person, telephonically and in writing, inquiries and complaints concerning violations of codes and ordinances; document all complaints, inspections, and relevant issues. Works with Maricopa County, Arizona Department of Environmental Quality, Environmental Protection Administration and other environmental agencies on the enforcement of standards and methods for reduction of pollution in the City. Coordinates with the Environmental Manager to develop and make relevant revisions to the City Code and Standard Operating Procedures to improve and enhance the Environmental programs. Conducts research and provide input for improvement of the environmental program assigned and enforcement of local, State, and Federal rules governing the environmental program assigned. Recommends relevant revisions to the Standard Operating Procedures to improve and enhance the environmental quality program. Meets with businesses, Homeowners Associations, property owners and residents to ensure safe and proper environmental compliance; regulate commercial and residential pollution controls. Prepares special reports and conducts surveys on the programs assigned. Analyzes and studies environmental operations and prepares reports. Prepares administrative reports regarding impact and cost analysis of various projects. Creates and maintains various computer databases and programs. Performs plan review, final walk-through/turn-over inspections for stormwater infrastructure, and coordinate mitigation needs with contractors and city staff. Responds to and resolves customer reports by field investigation, data collection, and research. Produces reports from data and updated the website, and follow-up with customers. Documents all activities. Acts as emergency response to Environmental Quality incidents. Considers service and safety in the application of all activities. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications & Position Requirements Education and Experience: Registered Sanitarian, Certified Stormwater Manager, or any higher education program with major course work in chemistry, biological sciences, and three years of municipal compliance experience; OR, completion of a formal apprenticeship, and three years of municipal environmental compliance experience; OR equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of: City policies and procedures. Modern principles and practices of Sanitation Programs, Environmental Quality, and Regulatory Compliance Programs. Skill in: Writing and submitting environmental permit applications and reports. Verbal and written communication in conflict resolution and public education. Enforcement, emergency response and emergency operations plans related to wastewater, air, solid waste/recycling and stormwater. Ability to: Develop and implement environmental compliance and pollution prevention programs including. Coordinate wastewater, air, solid waste/recycling and stormwater, noise, landfill operation record and other monitoring activities to assess environmental impacts and regulatory compliance status. Compile routine reports and conduct quality assurance / quality control reviews of reports; develop and update regulatory reporting forms; draft annual reports as necessary. Maintain databases and document all activities. Coordinate with police, fire, and environmental agencies on hazardous materials response. Respond to customer reports of environmental nuisances. Comprehend and make inferences from written material. Use personal computer and applicable software packages and learn new computer applications. Perform physical and chemical tests for applicable parameters. Use field kits to sample or perform tests for physical and chemical parameters. Understand and use personal protective equipment. Create and maintain accurate documentation. Be a self-starter, with significant independence, and able to work with or lead a team. Be punctual. Exercise independent judgement and initiative. Communicate and direct groups of people to project completion. Establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of work. Additional Information Special Requirements: Possession of a valid Arizona Driver's License. OSHA 40-hour hazardous waste certification within six (6) months of employment, International Code Council (ICC), American Association of Code Enforcement (AACE) or other nationally recognized code enforcement certification required within eighteen (18) months of employment. Physical Demands / Work Environment: Heavy physical exertion is frequently required. Work is performed under adverse climatic conditions, in enclosed spaces, and may involve exposure to hazardous gases and chemicals including natural gas, sewer gases, chlorine, hazardous waste, and other toxic chemicals or infections materials. Reports To: Public Works Environmental Manager Supervision Exercised: May supervise Compliance Officers and Technicians FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Employee Benefits & Wellness The City offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time classified and management employees. Part-time classified employees may be eligible for select benefits where defined. For complete Benefit Plan & Wellness Information, please visit the City website at: Benefits & Wellness City benefit plans are subject to change at any time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $72,140 to $105,506 NOTES : In some positions, higher salaries are paid for night work.Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. An Environmental Compliance Inspector monitors and investigates environmental compliance which may include illicit discharges and illicit connections, and performs field tests of harmful liquids, gases and solids found in the public right-of-way, storm drain system, waterways, and receiving waters; performs health hazard determinations of materials and substances found on public property or in the public right-of-way; inspects construction site operations and industrial and commercial facilities for conformance with solid resources, stormwater and pretreatment regulations and contract terms; prepares investigation reports for criminal cases and provides court testimony; oversees the remediation of chemical spills and abandoned chemicals; enforces applicable Los Angeles Municipal Code (LAMC), State, and Federal regulations governing proper management and disposal of solid resources, solid and liquid industrial wastes and other discharges to wastewater systems and the environment; conducts inspections of biosolids beneficial use sites to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and contractual obligations; inspects solid waste facilities, solid waste collection operations, and solid waste hauling companies to ensure compliance with contract requirements, applicable regulations and LAMC provisions; handles the inspection, investigation, compliance and safety of the City’s controlled oil drilling sites; may be required to carry out various duties as a public officer, such as serve warrants, issue citations, and make arrests; and does related work. REQUIREMENT(S)/MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S) Two years of full-time paid experience in a position at the level of Laboratory Technician in physical or chemical testing, in wastewater, solids, recyclables and/or stormwater treatment, or in explaining or enforcing environmental health laws, ordinances, or regulations pertaining to wastewater, solids, recyclables and/or stormwater treatment; or Completion of 24 semester or 36 quarter units from an accredited college or university in biology, chemistry, environmental science, biochemistry, solid waste management technology, water supply technology, stormwater or wastewater treatment technology, or engineering. PROCESS NOTES Applicants who lack six months or less of the required experience may file for this examination. However, they cannot be appointed until the full experience requirement is met.A valid California driver’s license is required prior to appointment. Applicants with an out of state driver’s license must submit prior to appointment the equivalent of a California driving history from the state where the applicant’s driver’s license was obtained. Applicants will be disqualified and not eligible for hire if their record within the last 36 months reflects three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents, or a conviction of a major moving violation (such as DUI).Applicants qualifying under Requirement #2 that have completed courses in biology, chemistry, environmental science, biochemistry, solid waste management technology, water supply technology, stormwater or wastewater treatment technology, or engineering, must list the course titles with the number of semester or quarter units, school attended and completion dates in the Supplemental Questions Section of the application. Applicants who fail to provide this information on their application will not be considered further in this examination and their applications will not be processed.Please note that qualifying education must be from a college or university accredited by a City of Los Angeles recognized agency. A list of approved accrediting agencies can be found at http://per.lacity.org/Accredited%20Institutions%2008-21-08.pdf .Candidates completing the examination process will be contacted by the Personnel Department to provide required proof of qualifying coursework. Applicants who wish to expedite this process may attach a copy of their transcripts (annotated with courses in biology, chemistry, environmental science, biochemistry, solid waste management technology, water supply technology, stormwater or wastewater treatment technology, or engineering, credit earned, and grade received) to their on-line application at the time of filing in the Attachments section.Upon appointment, an Environmental Compliance Inspector may be required to furnish an automobile, properly insured, for use in City service. Mileage will be paid on the basis of established rates.An employee in this position may be subject to weekend, evening and holiday work assignments.Incumbents in some positions may be required to attend the Los Angeles Police Academy for additional training.See the corresponding “Job Preview” for additional information regarding the duties of an Environmental Compliance Inspector. The Job Preview is available on-line at http://per.lacity.org/exams/ECI-JobPreview.pdf . SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION In accordance with Charter Section 1010(b) and Civil Service Rule 5.31, selective certification will be used for some positions that require special skills and/or training in one or more of the following areas. Only persons possessing the following at the time of filing may be considered for appointment to fill such positions: Possession of a California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Penal Code Section 832 Certificate (Arrest and Firearms Course).Current registration as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist with the California Department of Public Health.Possession of a current Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPERS) certification (40-hour training), or a Hazardous Materials Specialist (HAZMAT) certification, both as certified by the California Specialized Training Institute, Office of Emergency Services. NOTE : Applicants must attach a copy of their certificate(s) to their on-line application at the time of filing. The certificate(s) must be attached to the on-line application BEFORE the application is submitted. If the certificate(s) is attached AFTER the on-line application has been submitted, it will not be available to the City and applicants WILL NOT be credited with having submitted the certificate(s). Applicants who fail to submit the certificate(s) at the time of filing by not attaching it to the on-line application will not be considered for this part of selective certification. WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE Applications will only be accepted on-line. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the “Apply” icon. On-line job bulletins are also available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacity . NOTE : Applicants are urged to apply early to ensure you have time to resolve any technical issues you may encounter. APPLICATION DEADLINE Applications will only be accepted on-line on the dates listed below: From Thursday, March 16, 2023 to Thursday March 30, 2023. Future date(s) to be determined. The examination may close without prior notice at any time after a sufficient number of applications have been received. Filing periods may change without prior notice or additional dates may be added, as needed, at a later date. For administrative purposes, filing will close periodically and reopen on the dates noted in the “Application Deadline” section of this bulletin. In accordance with Civil Service Rule 4.2, all applicants who apply may not be tested in this examination. To meet anticipated hiring needs, only a limited number of qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the interview in the following order: 1) Los Angeles City Promotional applicants who meet the minimum requirements. You must have received a regular appointment to a City position or be on a reserve list to apply for this examination as a promotional candidate; 2) Applicants currently employed by the City of Los Angeles on a part-time or exempt basis who meet the minimum requirements; 3) Remaining applicants who meet the minimum requirements in sufficient numbers to meet hiring needs based on a random sampling of those qualified candidates. Applicants not selected to be tested may re-apply in a subsequent filing period in order to be considered for that period's selection process. SELECTION PROCESS Examination Weight: Multiple-Choice Test - 100% The examination score will be based entirely on a multiple-choice test. In the multiple-choice test, emphasis may be placed on the candidate’s experience, training, and professional development as they have provided the knowledge of: the requirements of the City of Los Angeles governing the treatment, control, and discharge of industrial wastes or non-stormwater discharges into sewers, storm drains, channels, water courses, and ditches (e.g., applicable provisions of the Municipal Code, applicable administrative policies and regulations, Environmental Protection Agency requirements, State Regional Water Quality Control Board requirements, State and County Health Departments, and State Solid Waste Management Board); inspection methods, sampling, and testing procedures used in obtaining and testing sewage, industrial wastes, and non-stormwater discharges; basic principles of physics, biology, and chemistry applicable to industrial waste and emergency response activities; the basic principles of oil and gas wells operation; and the ability to inspect pretreatment facilities, measuring and recording devices, and similar equipment for conformance with specifications and provisions for permits; interpret laboratory reports and other technical information sufficient to determine compliance with applicable codes and ordinances; identify health hazard determinations; perform basic mathematical calculations, such as addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication sufficient to complete industrial waste and emergency response activities; accurately evaluate situations and apply information to reach sound decisions and conclusions; read and comprehend street maps; deal tactfully, effectively, and persuasively with other City employees, other agencies, employees of commercial or industrial firms, and the general public; and other necessary skills, knowledge, and abilities. The multiple-choice test will be proctored and administered on-line during a single session. Candidates invited to participate in the on-line multiple-choice test will be able to take the test from a remote location (i.e., their home) using a computer with a webcam and a reliable internet connection. Candidates will receive an e-mail from the City of Los Angeles outlining the dates and specific steps on how to take the multiple-choice test on-line. Candidates who do not complete and submit the multiple-choice test on-line using a computer by the specified date and time will not be considered further in this examination. For detailed Information regarding the process for completing the multiple-choice test on-line, visit https://per.lacity.org/jobs/online-testing/remote-proctored.html . Due to COVID-19 and social distancing requirements, only candidates who demonstrate a hardship may be offered the option to take the multiple-choice test onsite at a City facility. For candidates who apply between Thursday, March 16, 2023 and Thursday, March 30, 2023 , it is anticipated that the on-line multiple-choice test will be administered between Thursday, March 16, 2023 and Tuesday, May 30, 2023 . General information regarding on-line testing can be obtained by going to https://per.lacity.org/jobs/online-testing.html . FAQs for on-line testing are available at https://per.lacity.org/faqs/employment-testing-process.html . Multiple-Choice Test Score Banding The scores in the multiple-choice test will be reported in bands that reflect candidates’ performance in the multiple-choice test. Seniority credit for promotional candidates and veteran credit for open candidates who attain a final passing score will be added to the banded scores of each candidate. The specific range of each band will be determined by Personnel Department staff after the multiple-choice test is administered. Therefore, the Final General Average for the Environmental Compliance Inspector examination will consist of the banded score after adding seniority credits for promotional candidates or veteran credits for open candidates who attained a final passing score. NOTICE : Test dates may be postponed in order to help protect the safety of our candidates and prevent the spread of COVID-19. Candidates will receive an e-mail from the City of Los Angeles Personnel Department if the anticipated multiple-choice test dates are postponed. NOTES : This examination is based on a validation study.Applications are accepted subject to review to ensure that minimum qualifications are met. Candidates may be disqualified at any time if it is determined that they do not possess the minimum qualifications stated on this bulletin.You may take the Environmental Compliance Inspector examination only once every 24 months under this bulletin.As a covered entity under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To request a disability accommodation, please complete the Disability Accommodation Form within 14 calendar days of the submittal of the City application. The Disability Accommodation Form can be obtained at http://per.lacity.org/exams/verify_disability.pdf .A final average score of 70% is required to be placed on the eligible list.The promotional list will ordinarily be used ahead of the open competitive list. However, if open competitive candidates receive a higher score, without military credits, than the highest available promotional candidate, after adding 0.25 of a point for each year of continuous classified City service, the Civil Service Commission, upon request of the appointing authority, may approve certification of such open competitive candidates ahead of the promotional candidates.You must have received a regular appointment to a City position or be on a reserve list to file on a promotional basis.In conjunction with Civil Service Rules, applicants who are current eligible City employees or are on a reserve list will be considered Promotional candidates while all other applicants will be considered Open candidates.In accordance with Civil Service Rule, Sec. 4.24, review periods may be combined. Candidates in the examination process may file protests as provided in Sec. 4.20, 4.22 and 4.23 as applicable and within the required time frame; however, the Personnel Department may respond to and resolve protests prior to the establishment of the eligible list.Incumbents in some positions may be subject to additional background checks by the Los Angeles Police Department and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.The incumbents of some positions in this class may be required to pass an annual or periodic work fitness evaluation to determine their eligibility for continued employment in this class.For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found at: https://clkrep.lacity.org/onlinedocs/2021/21-0921_ord_187134_8-24-21.pdf . Notice : If you receive and accept an offer of employment to a regular position with the City of Los Angeles, your employee benefit coverage (including health and dental coverage as well as life insurance) will commence approximately six weeks after your original regular appointment. Not all positions in the City receive benefit coverage; you should inquire regarding the availability of employee benefits prior to accepting a position. All City employees are required to be Disaster Service Workers. THIS EXAMINATION IS TO BE GIVEN BOTH ON AN INTERDEPARTMENTAL PROMOTIONAL AND AN OPEN COMPETITIVE BASIS The City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition (cancer), or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER For additional information and FAQs regarding the City's hiring process, please go to: https://per.lacity.org/faqs/employment-testing-process.html There are many things to consider in a new employer. Visit the following webpage to view benefits the City of Los Angeles offers its employees: http://per.lacity.org/bens/index.html Closing Date/Time: 3/30/2023 11:59 PM Pacific

Senior Environmental Resources Specialist This recruitment is open to the public. The eligible lists established through this recruitment will be used to fill a current vacancy within John Wayne Airport and may be used to fill any future vacancies in other agencies throughout the County of Orange. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and or lower classifications. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as the recruitment will close on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at 11:59 pm PST Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and the successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization. JOHN WAYNE AIRPORT John Wayne Airport (JWA) has approximately 125 dedicated staff and is home to eight commercial airlines, two commuter operators, two all-cargo carriers, two full-service fixed base operators, and over 440 general aviation aircraft. JWA is owned and operated by the County of Orange and is a modern, 20-gate, medium-hub commercial and general aviation airport located approximately 35 miles south of Los Angeles. In 2022, JWA served over 11.36 million passengers, in a community of over three million, who live within the 34 cities and unincorporated areas of Orange County. Since 2017, JWA has been consistently ranked first or second in overall customer satisfaction for its size. JWA is one of the top-50 busiest commercial airports in the country in terms of both passenger enplanements and total operations and is also one of the nation's busiest General Aviation airports. JWA has an annual budget of approximately $200M and operates as an enterprise fund self-supported/funded agency and receives no monies from the County's General Fund. These revenues are to operate and optimize the Airport, repay bonds, fund capital improvements, maintain assets, and support aviation planning. Vision: To be a world-class aviation getaway for business and leisure travel. Mission: To plan, direct, and provide high-quality aviation services and facilities for Orange County in a safe, secure, and efficient manner. To learn more about John Wayne Airport, click here. To learn more about the County of Orange click here. ENVIRONMENTAL The position is within the Airport Environmental Section and reports to the Environmental Program Manager. The Environmental Section currently reports to the Assistant Airport Director and oversees Airport environmental affairs. The Airport is both an industrial and municipal facility and as such has many unique and complex regulatory requirements. The Environmental Section is responsible for assuring airport compliance with federal (including Federal Aviation Administration), state, and local environmental regulations and promoting stewardship of County environmental resources through policy development, training, inspection, outreach, communication, and engagement with Airport divisions, tenants and other Orange County departments working at the Airport. The environmental program encompasses emergency spill response, stormwater and groundwater quality management, numerous pollution prevention compliance programs, air quality, environmental health and safety, environmental sustainability and project planning. THE OPPORTUNITY The Sr. Environmental Resources Specialist will support the section in overall environmental compliance, spill response, and promoting environmental stewardship, resiliency, and sustainability. The position will support the Airport more specifically in the following areas: Regulatory and permit compliance related to the Airport's Central Utility Plant, underground and above ground fuel storage tanks and fueling facilities, air permitting, hazardous materials and hazardous and regulated waste management, hazardous building materials management assessment and remediation (asbestos, lead, mold), or other assigned specialties On-call spill response and spill response planning Review of Airport, contractor and tenant-related programs for compliance with regulations and Airport requirements Tracking emerging environmental regulations and airport best management practices, formulating plans and recommendations for improvements to meet environmental objectives Preparing and managing plans and budgets for environmental programs Administration of contracts related to consultant and contractor environmental program support Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES Four (4) years of experience as an Environmental Resources Technician or higher with the County of Orange. OR Six (6) years of technical experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge and abilities. AND Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university, in biology, chemistry, environmental engineering, watershed management, ecology, geology or a related science field. Possession of a Master's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university, in biology, chemistry, environmental health, environmental engineering, watershed management, ecology, geology, or related science field may be substituted for up to one (1) year of required work level experience. In addition, the ideal candidate will demonstrate many of the following core competencies: TECHNICAL EXPERTISE Experience working in environmental regulatory compliance assurance Knowledge of environmental regulatory compliance programs such as air permitting/regulations, underground storage tank management, spill prevention and spill response, and/or hazardous waste and hazardous material programs Experience reviewing regulatory requirements and developing compliance protocols Experience with developing and managing budgets and managing contracts Experience developing technical reports, memos, and presentations EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION Ability to promote candid information exchange across organizational boundaries to enforce environmental regulations and policies Ability to communicate ideas and complex material clearly, concisely, logically and persuasively both orally and in writing Experience communicating and working with contractors, consultants, vendors, and internal and external business partners and regulators Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with representatives of other divisions, contractors, airlines, and fixed base general aviation operators PLANNING & ORGANIZATION SKILLS Capability to work independently and manage time wisely Ability to effectively prioritize multiple, competing tasks to ensure departmental project goals and deadlines are met Ability to use sound reasoning skills, identify and analyze problems by gathering relevant information to troubleshoot problems or resolve issues Experience planning, organizing, and managing assignments for maximum productivity MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS To learn about the minimum qualifications of the Senior Environmental Resources Specialist classification, click here. LICENSE REQUIRED The successful candidate must possess, obtain and maintain the following licenses: Valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher, by date of appointment Valid Airport Access Badge with an Airport Driving Endorsement within ten (10) days of employment AIRPORT ACCESS REQUIREMENTS The successful candidate must clear a background check which includes a Criminal History Records Check (CHRC), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), and Security Threat Assessment (STA). PHYSICAL, MENTAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, and WORKING CONDITIONS Physical and Mental Requirements Positions in this class typically require: body mobility to stand, sit, walk, stoop, twist, bend, climb ladders, crawl, balance, kneel, crouch, reach overhead, lift and carry up to 50 pounds, and perform other strenuous work. Incumbents must possess vision sufficient to read standard size text, distinguish colors, and at distances over 20 feet. Requires the ability to speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably in person to individuals and groups; possess manual dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms and shoulders repetitively and without limitation to range and motion to operate a keyboard, tools, and specialized equipment. Incumbents may be required to drive work vehicles. Environmental and Working Conditions Positions are assigned to both office environment and outdoor settings. Work involves exposure to bio hazardous materials and chemicals, viruses, biohazards, molds and allergens, toxic chemicals, gases, and other contagious environments, animals and wildlife, contagious diseases, confined spaces, and potential physical harm. Incumbents may be subjected to moving objects or vehicles, fumes, and intense noise levels. May be required to work under various weather conditions, including rainstorms, and walk in uneven, slippery, and sometimes dangerous terrains. Requires the use and wear of safety equipment, including safety glasses and footwear, protective clothing and gloves, sun and hearing protection, and hard hats. RECRUITMENT PROCESS Human Resource Services screens all application materials for minimum and desirable qualifications. After screening, candidates who meet the minimum and desirable qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All candidates will be notified via email of their status in the process. Application Screening | (Refer/Non-Refer): Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those candidates that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step. Application Appraisal Panel (AAP) | (Refer/Non-Refer): An Appraisal Panel (AAP) of job knowledge experts will thoroughly screen and evaluate the application, and supplemental questionnaire for job knowledge, competencies, and related experience described above. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list. Structured Oral Interview (Oral Exam) | (Weighted 100%): Candidates will be interviewed and rated by job knowledge experts. Each candidate's rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the candidate's qualifications for the job. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list. Eligible List | Score Groups : Once all assessments have been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. Completion of a background investigation to the satisfaction of the County may be required for some assignments. Veterans Employment Preference: The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. Candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Please see below for important information regarding COVID-19 related recommendations. Effective April 3, 2023, it is strongly recommended that County employees working in health care settings and correctional facilities follow vaccination and booster guidelines provided by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Please click here to see the latest guidance for more details. The position for which you are applying may be required to adhere to any applicable State or County Public Health Orders. You will receive notification of any requirement as it applies to a position. EMAIL NOTIFICATION: Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Jennifer Ramirez (714) 347-8385 or at jramirez@css.ocgov.com. EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Closing Date/Time: 4/11/2023 11:59 PM Pacific

Environmental Manager (Regulatory Compliance Administrator) This recruitment is open to the public. The eligible lists established through this recruitment will be used to fill a current vacancy within John Wayne Airport and may be used to fill any future vacancies in other agencies throughout the County of Orange. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and or lower classifications. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as the recruitment will close on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at 11:59 pm PST Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and the successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization. JOHN WAYNE AIRPORT John Wayne Airport (JWA) has approximately 125 dedicated staff and is home to eight commercial airlines, two commuter operators, two all-cargo carriers, two full-service fixed base operators, and over 440 general aviation aircraft. JWA is owned and operated by the County of Orange and is a modern, 20-gate, medium-hub commercial and general aviation airport located approximately 35 miles south of Los Angeles. In 2022, JWA served over 11.36 million passengers, in a community of over three million, who live within the 34 cities and unincorporated areas of Orange County. Since 2017, JWA has been consistently ranked first or second in overall customer satisfaction for its size. JWA is one of the top-50 busiest commercial airports in the country in terms of both passenger enplanements and total operations and is also one of the nation's busiest General Aviation airports. JWA has an annual budget of approximately $200M and operates as an enterprise fund self-supported/funded agency and receives no monies from the County's General Fund. These revenues are to operate and optimize the Airport, repay bonds, fund capital improvements, maintain assets, and support aviation planning. Vision: To be a world-class aviation getaway for business and leisure travel. Mission: To plan, direct, and provide high-quality aviation services and facilities for Orange County in a safe, secure, and efficient manner. To learn more about John Wayne Airport, click here. To learn more about the County of Orange click here. ENVIRONMENTAL The position is within the Airport Environmental Section and reports to the Environmental Program Manager. The Environmental Section currently reports to the Assistant Airport Director and oversees Airport environmental affairs. The Airport is both an industrial and municipal facility and as such has many unique and complex regulatory requirements. The Environmental Section is responsible for assuring airport compliance with federal (including Federal Aviation Administration), state, and local environmental regulations and promoting stewardship of County environmental resources through policy development, training, inspection, outreach, communication, and engagement with Airport divisions, tenants and other Orange County departments working at the Airport. The environmental program encompasses emergency spill response, stormwater and groundwater quality management, numerous pollution prevention compliance programs, air quality, environmental health and safety, environmental sustainability and project planning. THE OPPORTUNITY The Environmental Manager (Regulatory Compliance Administrator) will support the department in overall environmental compliance and promoting environmental stewardship, resiliency, and sustainability. The position will support the Airport more specifically in the following areas: Airport environmental management and sustainability programs including greenhouse gas emissions reduction, water conservation, energy efficiency and renewable energy, waste reduction and diversion, clean transportation and EV charging infrastructure, green design and construction, green business program, or other assigned specialties On-call spill response and spill response planning Collaboration with Airport divisions and tenants on program initiatives and outreach and training for environmental compliance, management and stewardship Collecting sustainability data, tracking trends, and communicating data and information Tracking emerging environmental trends, regulations and airport best management practices, formulating plans and recommendations for improvements to meet environmental objectives. Preparing and managing plans and budgets for environmental programs Administration of contracts related to consultant and contractor environmental program support Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES Six (6) years of environmental, sustainability, or related technical experience. Although not required, the ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university, in biology, chemistry, engineering, ecology, environmental sciences, geology or a related science field which may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience. Possession of a Master's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university, in biology, chemistry, environmental health, environmental engineering, watershed management, ecology, geology, or related science field may be substitute for two (2) years of the required experience. In addition, the ideal candidate will demonstrate many of the following core competencies: TECHNICAL EXPERTISE Experience with environmental/sustainability programs such as waste reduction and diversion, green design, GHG reduction (climate action planning), energy conservation, water conservation, green business programs, or related Knowledge of environmental regulations Experience with outreach and training development and presentation Experience with developing and managing budgets and contracts Experience with research and analysis of technical and regulatory issues and developing technical reports Familiarity with Airport or industrial environmental management and stewardship programs such as storm water management, subsurface investigations, hazardous material/waste management, air quality, and/or waste management EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION Ability to promote candid information exchange across organizational boundaries to enforce environmental regulations and policies Ability to communicate ideas and complex material clearly, concisely, logically and persuasively both orally and in writing Experience communicating and working with contractors, consultants, vendors, and internal and external business partners and regulators Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with representatives of other divisions, contractors, airlines, and fixed base general aviation operators PLANNING & ORGANIZATION SKILLS Capability to work independently and manage time wisely Ability to effectively prioritize multiple, competing tasks to ensure departmental project goals and deadlines are met Ability to use sound reasoning skills, identify and analyze problems by gathering relevant information to troubleshoot problems or resolve issues Experience planning, organizing, and managing assignments for maximum productivity MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS To learn about the minimum qualifications of the Regulatory Compliance Administrator classification, click here. LICENSE REQUIRED The successful candidate must possess, obtain and maintain the following licenses: Valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher, by date of appointment Valid Airport Access Badge with an Airport Driving Endorsement within ten (10) days of employment AIRPORT ACCESS REQUIREMENTS The successful candidate must clear a background check which includes a Criminal History Records Check (CHRC), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), and Security Threat Assessment (STA). PHYSICAL, MENTAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, and WORKING CONDITIONS Physical and Mental Requirements Possess vision sufficient to read standard text and a computer monitor and to drive a vehicle; speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably in person to individuals and groups and over the telephone; possess body mobility to stand, sit, walk, stoop and bend routinely to perform daily tasks and to access a standard office environment; possess manual dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms and shoulders repetitively to operate a keyboard, utilize office equipment and to write and drive; use a County approved means of transportation. Environmental and Working Conditions Possess the ability to independently reason logically to analyze data, reach conclusions and make recommendations; possess the ability to remain calm and appropriately focused in rapidly changing and difficult situations involving conflict, complex issues, controversy and diverse stakeholder groups and interests; possess the ability to deal calmly and effectively with emotional interactions. Function effectively in a standard office environment. May be required to function in one or more of the following: uneven terrain, construction sites, inclement weather, heavily populated clinic or program settings with ill or highly emotional clientele. RECRUITMENT PROCESS Human Resource Services screens all application materials for minimum and desirable qualifications. After screening, candidates who meet the minimum and desirable qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All candidates will be notified via email of their status in the process. Application Screening | (Refer/Non-Refer): Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those candidates that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step. Application Appraisal Panel (AAP) | (Refer/Non-Refer): An Appraisal Panel (AAP) of job knowledge experts will thoroughly screen and evaluate the application, and supplemental questionnaire for job knowledge, competencies, and related experience described above. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list. Structured Oral Interview (Oral Exam) | (Weighted 100%): Candidates will be interviewed and rated by job knowledge experts. Each candidate's rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the candidate's qualifications for the job. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list. Eligible List | Score Groups : Once all assessments have been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. Completion of a background investigation to the satisfaction of the County may be required for some assignments. Veterans Employment Preference: The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. Candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Please see below for important information regarding COVID-19 related recommendations. Effective April 3, 2023, it is strongly recommended that County employees working in health care settings and correctional facilities follow vaccination and booster guidelines provided by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Please click here to see the latest guidance for more details. The position for which you are applying may be required to adhere to any applicable State or County Public Health Orders. You will receive notification of any requirement as it applies to a position. EMAIL NOTIFICATION: Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Jennifer Ramirez (714) 347-8385 or at jramirez@css.ocgov.com. EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Closing Date/Time: 4/11/2023 11:59 PM Pacific