Permit Regulatory Compliance Officer - Regional Wastewater Reclamation

Job Summary The Pima County Regional Wastewater Reclamation Department is hiring a Permit Regulatory Compliance Officer to lead and supervise the Industrial Wastewater Control team. This team of twelve (12) staff enforces the National Pretreatment Program through inspection and permitting of industrial activities to prevent pollution into the sewers. The team also manages an active FOG program to ensure proper handling of fats, oils, and greases by restaurants. Job Type: Classified Job; Classification: 5290 – Permit Regulatory Compliance Officer; Salary Grade: 15. Salary Range: $69,908 – $83,886 annually (Pay Range: $69,908 – $97,864 annually). Responsibilities Supervises, trains, and evaluates professional and technical staff to ensure effective performance and regulatory compliance. Oversees the development, submission, maintenance, and archiving of County, state, and federal operating permits, reports, forms, and records. Prepares, negotiates, and secures permits for new construction and facility modifications, including meeting with regulatory agencies to establish permit conditions. Monitors wastewater facilities and associated permits to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and permit conditions, submitting required compliance reports. Collects, reviews, coordinates, and validates permit-required data, ensuring monitoring frequencies and parameters meet regulatory standards and resolving noncompliance issues. Drafts response letters, negotiates corrective actions with regulatory agencies, and participates in appeals processes and hearings related to permit violations. Interprets environmental laws, reviews proposed legislation and regulatory changes, and provides recommendations and formal comments to represent departmental interests. Represents the Department and County on committees and in interactions with regulatory agencies regarding permitting and compliance matters. Develops and implements short- and long-range plans, prepares reports and proposals for new projects, and conducts research and special studies. Develops and monitors the division budget, consults with and trains management staff on compliance reporting, and responds to public information requests and complaints. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in natural resource management, civil or sanitary engineering, management, biological science, chemistry, environmental technology, environmental science or environmental engineering (or a related field as determined by the department) plus four (4) years of experience in environmental permit administration, including one year of supervisory experience (which may be concurrent with general experience). Alternately, two years of experience with Pima County as a Permit Regulatory Compliance Coordinator, Environmental Planning Manager, or three years of experience with Pima County as an Environmental Analyst. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the application. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering, chemistry, environmental science, or a related STEM field. Minimum two (2) years supervisory experience. Experience within the last five (5) years working with code enforcement and compliance, such as permitting, fee assessments, notices of violation, hearings, and negotiated settlements. Experience/knowledge within the last five (5) years of industrial discharge management, such as pretreatment programs, FOG management, discharge calculations, and pollution prevention outreach. Experience conducting site‑specific inspections, such as investigations of point source monitoring and surveillance. Licenses and Certificates Valid driver license required at time of application. Valid Arizona driver license required at time of appointment. Subject to a 39‑month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review per county procedures. Applicant must satisfy Fleet Services review and approval. Benefits Competitive salaries. Generous health insurance coverage. Retirement plans contributing to long‑term financial security. Flexible work schedules. Generous family leave policy. Wellness programs prioritizing employee well‑being. Physical and Sensory Requirements Constantly operates equipment to evaluate wiring and mechanical systems. Constantly positions self to use and inspect equipment and machinery. Constantly observes details at close range. Frequently required to exchange accurate information. Frequently moves about the facility to inspect. Frequently moves tools and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds around the facility. Frequently required to lift, push or pull objects weighing up to 75 pounds. Working Conditions Occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock while inspecting systems. Occasionally exposed to adverse weather conditions. Occasionally required to work in high, dangerous places. EEO Statement Pima County Government is an equal employment opportunity employer. The County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Pima County