Local recruitment: Environmental Compliance Specialist

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.

The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.

As an Environmental Compliance Specialist specialized in Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC), you will be reporting to the Team Lead Stormwater Pollution Prevention Team and will be responsible for implementing the City of Calgary’s ESC program in Water Services. Primary duties include:

• Inspect, monitor and enforce construction sites to ensure ESC Plan approval and stormwater bylaw compliance to protect stormwater infrastructure assets and the environment.
• Educate customers and developers, identify barriers to compliance, and work with customers to develop relationships and gain compliance
• Investigate and generate reports for enforcement regarding complaints of spills, releases, bylaw infractions, ESC approval non-compliance, and lab results.
• Provide guidance and technical expertise to members of Community Compliance, Community Planning, and Bylaw Services to support overall compliance program.
• Issue drainage permits by determining the suitability for the stormwater system.
• Review of ESC Plan submissions in advance of development approval/permits for alignment with ESC Guidelines and Specifications and issue approval letters as required
• Contribute to the strategic review, projects, and transformation of the City’s ESC program.
• Perform related duties as assigned by the Team Lead.

Qualifications 

• A completed 2 year diploma in Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of experience in ESC or construction plan review and/or field construction site inspections.
• A valid Class 5 Driver’s License (or provincial equivalent), with no more than 6 demerits OR; a valid Graduated Driver’s License (GDL) with no more than 4 demerits and no current suspensions or charges pending.
• A Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control, Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC), Certified Inspector of Sediment and Erosion Control (CISEC), Certified Erosion, Sediment and Storm Water Inspector (CESSWI), Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead (CESCL) designation or other related professional designation will be considered assets.
• A Professional Agrologist (P.Ag), Professional Biologist (P. Biol), Registered Technologist in Agrology (RT(Ag)), Professional Geologist (P. Geo) and Professional Engineer (P.Eng) with experience as an environmental professional in the construction industry will be considered assets.
• Demonstrated expertise in conducting ESC inspections, accurately documenting site conditions, preparing detailed reports, advising clients on required corrective actions, and ensuring timely resolution of identified issues will be considered assets.
• Experience in ESC, environmental legislation, municipal and/or civil engineering, hydrology, stormwater management, customer service will be considered assets.
• Success in this position requires effective communication, conflict management skills, strong relationship building with internal and external clients, and the ability to work with others and independently to meet deadlines.

Pre-employment Requirements 

• Must obtain a City of Calgary operator’s permit
• Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Pre-employment Drug Test: An offer of employment for this position will be conditional on an applicant passing a pre-employment drug test. This test assesses for use of drugs including cannabis. Failure to pass a pre-employment drug test may prevent an applicant from being hired into any safety sensitive position for a period of up to twelve months.