Compliance Coordinator

Environmental Compliance Coordinator

Coordinates all phases of environmental compliance for the Solid Waste Management Division (SWMD). Provides technical, administrative, operational, and regulatory support for permitting and compliance activities, landfill gas operations, environmental monitoring, special waste management, stormwater compliance, and related environmental programs.

**Salary will be determined depending on qualifications of candidates who exceed the minimum requirements as outlined within the job description.

**Additional compensation based on licensure.

Coordinates and tracks all areas of environmental compliance within the SWMD to ensure permits, certifications and reports are current and accurate. Develops and maintains calendar, checklists, logs, databases and files related to environmental compliance.

Coordinates with consultants, contractors, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) and other regulatory agencies and personnel on issues relating to environmental compliance. Serves as the Division's primary point of contact for environmental compliance activities, regulatory inspections, permit compliance and interactions with regulatory agencies.

Ensures permits, plans and technical documents are compliant and meet submission timelines. Examines compliance and operational issues and develops resolution strategies.

Manages, plans and monitors the activities of the landfill gas collection system and Landfill Gas to Energy (LFGTE) project.

Supervises the Landfill Gas Mechanic and coordinates all gas wellfield activities, including gas well maintenance, piping repairs, gas well raising, monthly gas data readings, and other related maintenance activities.

Coordinates, evaluates and ensures regulatory compliance of operations performed within the SWMD. Examines compliance or process issues and provides resolution strategies.

Prepares, analyzes and interprets technical documents related to monitoring and sampling of groundwater, surface water, leachate and landfill gas. Submits documents to state and federal regulatory agencies, meeting submission timelines.

Administers the Special Waste Acceptance Program. This includes reviewing and evaluating disposal requests to ensure environmental compliance.

Conducts regular internal compliance audits of SWMD facilities, including the Central Transfer Station and Seminole County Landfill.

Ensures fuel tank and stormwater regulatory compliance within the Division.

Manages stormwater sampling for water quality. Reviews and submits laboratory data, technical regulatory reports, NOIs and fees as required by the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Stormwater Program for the SWMD.

Manages technical/scientific contracts and oversees sampling events conducted by contractors and consultants.

Maintains permits, placards, operation plans, logs, online calendars, databases and files in accordance with state and federal regulatory requirements.

Researches, initiates purchase and maintains equipment and supplies associated with the SWMD's environmental compliance and gas wellfield system. Trains staff in the operation of monitoring equipment for in-house data collection and analyses.

Performs administrative duties, such as updating status reports, leading compliance meetings, maintaining service contracts and processing invoices. Assists in the development of the Division's budget and ensures proper expenditure of funds.

Actively supports the Environmental Compliance Assistance and Pollution Prevention Program (ECAP3) by participating in the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) facility's operations, participating in the on-call rotation for spill response, conducting environmental programs training, and assisting disaster debris management operations as necessary.

Oversees the operation of the Osceola Road Landfill Public Used Oil Collection Center, freon/refrigerant extraction, and tank collection (propane, fire extinguishers, gas cylinders, etc.).

Assist with other duties as assigned by the Environmental Program Manager.

In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.

Bachelor's degree in environmental science, Biology, Chemistry or related field and three (3) years of experience in environmental regulation and/or solid waste operations or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.

Must possess OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 24 Hour HAZWOPER certification, including Annual 8 Hour Refresher training, or become certified within 6 months of employment.

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License.

Ability to effectively interface with customers, including citizens, all levels of staff and representatives of other local, state and federal agencies.

Ability to understand and effectively apply federal, state and local rules and regulations as they pertain to solid waste, hazardous waste and air quality.

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; compile and write effective technical reports, letters and other documents; and use computers and software in day to day job functions.

The following are preferred, but not required:

1) Knowledge of landfill and transfer station operations and compliance requirements.

2) Familiarity with laboratory analyses for environmental samples

3) Experience with field monitoring equipment calibration and operation

4) Ability to understand design and construction plans. 5) Ability to effectively use radio communications during day-to-day operations.

County-paid benefits for employees

Competitive Wages: Our compensation system includes competitive hiring salaries.

Paid Time Off: New full-time employees accrue 20 days per year of Paid Time Off (16 days for 24-hour shift personnel). New part-time employees accrue 83 hours per year of Paid Time Off. Accrual rates increase with service time.

Paid Holidays: We observe 12 paid holidays which includes an employee birthday holiday and a floating Work/Life Day.

Bereavement Leave: Employees may receive up to one week paid leave per fiscal year for absence due to the death of an immediate family member.

Florida Retirement System: All employees in regularly established positions are automatically covered from the first day of employment. Seminole County makes contribution on behalf of the employee and the employee is also required to make a 3% contribution.

Employees Assistance Program: Our EAP provider can help employees and their families with issues such as personal/family matters, financial debt counseling, substance abuse, etc.

Training and Development Program: The Employee Learning Center provides training opportunities for employees which promote performance, enhance employees' work life experiences, and support the organization.

Employee Awards and Recognition: A program to reward outstanding performance and enhance service to the citizens of Seminole County.

Wellness Center: Includes exercise equipment, resource library, and educational programs.

Health Insurance: Health Insurance is effective the first of the month after completing 30 calendar days of employment. Seminole County offers a Point of Service (POS) plan. Dependent coverage is also available, the cost is split between the employee and employer. This benefit is not extended to part-time employees.

Life Insurance: Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employees, equal to one times annual salary. Not extended to part-time employees.

Long-Term Disability: Provides 60% of salary after 6 months of disability. Not extended to part-time employees.

Optional benefits (employee-paid) for full-time employees:

Deferred Compensation Plan (457): Employees may choose to have pre-tax payroll deductions made for deposit into this savings plan up to an IRS-established maximum.

Dental Insurance: A choice of 3 plans is available for employees and dependents at employee expense.

Additional Life Insurance: At employee expense, additional life insurance up to five times annual salary; dependent coverage also available.

Short-Term Disability Insurance: 60% of salary for the first six months of disability at employee expense.

Cancer and Specified Disease: Pays a benefit directly to the employee if being treated for this disease.

Flexible Spending Account: A pre-tax account for childcare and un-reimbursed medical expenses.

Pre-Tax Payroll Deductions: Under Section 125 of the IRS Code, certain payroll deductions for insurance coverage may be taken out prior to income being taxed.