ABOUT THE POSITION
ALL APPLICANTS MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF THEIR OFFICIAL AND/OR UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS OF THEIR COMPLETED DEGREE AT AN ACCREDITED COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY.
The County of Riverside’s Flood Control and Water Conservation District has an exciting opportunity for a Junior/Assistant Environmental Specialist for the Flood Control District’s Watershed Protection Division in Riverside, CA.
The Associate Environmental Specialist will be responsible in the development and implementation of Regulatory compliance strategies for the County of Riverside’s Watershed Protection Division. They will be required to manage National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permits governing construction, operation, and management of stormwater infrastructure. This role requires incumbents to manage all aspects of compliance standards, such as coordination, management practices, reporting, evaluation, analysis, and implementation of stormwater compliance programs.
The most ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, prior stormwater and public works consultation experience within a public agency, experience in preparing high-quality scientific and technical reports regarding municipal NPDES Stormwater Permits and California’s regulatory programs for water quality protection, and experience in the development of programs and projects protecting Riverside County’s creeks, streams, rivers, and lakes.
Candidates certified as a Certified Professional in Stormwater Quality (CPSWQ), Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC), or Qualified Stormwater Pollution Prevention Practitioner (QSP/SQP) are highly desired and strongly encouraged to apply.
Track I – Watershed Protection:
Positions assigned to the Watershed Protection Division ensure the District’s compliance with environmental laws and regulations governing the construction, operation, and maintenance of stormwater management infrastructure. Incumbents apply technical expertise related to the Clean Water Act Section 402, the Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act, and related state and federal water quality regulations. Incumbents in this track support three Areawide Phase I Municipal National Pollution Discharge Elimination Systems (NPDES) Stormwater Programs, develop and implement regional compliance strategies, conduct water quality monitoring and research, and support stakeholder engagement efforts.
Meet the Team!
The Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District provides for the control and conservation of flood and storm waters and for the protection of watercourses, watersheds, public highways, life and property from damage within its boundaries.
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EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
TRACK I: WATERSHED PROTECTION:
• Utilize technical knowledge of state and federal environmental laws, regulations, and stormwater management principles to support the construction, operations, and maintenance of municipal storm drain infrastructure.
• Evaluate regulatory requirements and initiatives to develop compliance strategies that safeguard Riverside County’s streams, creeks, lakes, and rivers.
• Draft and review policy documents, program guidance, and technical studies in support of NPDES.
• Engage in technical advisory committees, stakeholder meetings, water quality task forces, and public meetings as necessary.
• Contribute to rulemaking processes and negotiations related to NPDES permit adoption and Basin Plan updates.
• Develop requests for proposals (RFPs) and review and compare consultant scopes of work, budgets, and schedules; assist in consultant selection.
• Support staff training and development to meet the District’s stormwater management objectives.
• Conduct field investigations and collect environmental samples (biotic, inorganic, and organic) from flood control channels, waterways, and storm drains; perform routine analyses of water, soils, sediments, and groundwater.
• Research and perform statistical analyses of environmental data; assess findings against environmental quality objectives and recommend management actions.
• Oversee and maintain environmental data systems, including hydrologic, water quality, meteorological, and geospatial data; assist with Geographic Information System (GIS) analyses as needed.
• Evaluate stormwater quality management programs and projects for feasibility, funding opportunities, system impacts, and environmental documentation needs.
• Utilize Microsoft Office and ESRI GIS software applications in daily work activities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Junior Environmental Specialist
$74,935.00– $104,394.00Annually
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree, preferably with a major in environmental sciences, environmental engineering, urban or environmental planning, biological or ecological sciences, geography, archeology, hydrology, geology, chemistry, civil engineering, or a closely related field.
Assistant Environmental Specialist$79,055.97– $110,136.08Annually
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree, preferably with a major in environmental sciences, environmental engineering, urban or environmental planning, biological or ecological sciences, geography, archeology, hydrology, geology, chemistry, civil engineering, or a closely related field. (A master’s degree in one of these or a closely related field may substitute for one year of the required experience.)
Experience: Two years of professional-level experience in one or more of the following areas: Stormwater quality management, watershed protection, and/or environmental engineering.
Experience working for or consulting to a public works agency is highly desirable.
TRACK I: WATERSHED PROTECTION
Knowledge of: Local, state, and federal environmental laws, regulations, and standard practices, including Clean Water Act (402), Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act, Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations, California Water Code, and other applicable state and federal regulations and guidance pertaining to NPDES Permitting, Waters of the U.S. and Waters of the State and Waste Discharge Requirements; basic principles of stormwater management, and social, economic and environmental conditions which affect public works planning and practices.
Ability to: Conduct site assessments and/or water quality investigations; research, compile, analyze, and interpret environmental and water quality data; communicate effectively orally and in writing in a variety of situations; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work; analyze complex problems, technical studies and documents; develop and evaluate alternative solutions, and recommend effective courses of action pursuant to NPDES compliance.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
This recruitment is open to ALL applicants.
License: Possession of a valid California Driver’s License is necessary at the time of hire and must be maintained throughout employment. County vehicles may be available but are not guaranteed. Employees may be required to use their own vehicles for field travel and are required to provide vehicle insurance information for their personal vehicle. The incumbent is required to drive throughout the County of Riverside to supervise staff at a variety of Flood Control locations.
Questions?
For specific questions regarding this position, contact Christopher Recinos at crecinos@rivco.org.
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APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veteran’s Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse’s) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse’s letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans’ preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability
Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).
Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving “At Will,” are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
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