Environmental Specialist III

Environmental Specialist III

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Working at Mecklenburg County for LUESA, (Land Use and Environmental Service Agency) you will help to provide key services that will contribute to an exceptional quality of life for Mecklenburg County residents. LUESA's responsibilities range from enforcing building and zoning codes to managing water and air resources for future generations.

More About the Role: This Environmental Specialist III will be working with the Solid Waste Division and primarily be responsible for compiling, tracking, and reporting environmental data associated with waste and recycling/commodity data for the Solid Waste Program. The incumbent in this role will assist in reviewing and preparing informal requests for quotes for work in our field operations, and inspection of such field related work. The incumbent may review invoices and applications for payments for accuracy and processes for payment; as well as assisting with contract management/oversight. This role will also be responsible for assistance with preparing submittals for various grant applications and annual reporting for NCDEQ; compiling data for invoicing customers and other County partners, as well as assisting with developing information necessary for purchase orders and activity-based costing analysis. This position will work as a team with other Environmental Specialists in the Solid Waste program and will also support overall waste reduction and recycling efforts of the program. Strong analytical skills are necessary for communication and data tracking and analysis through MS Excel and Word, as well as a strong customer focused approach to work. Field work will be necessary at various solid waste centers, incumbent will be required to drive County vehicles on a routine basis to conduct reviews and work at these locations. Incumbent shall be able to assist with various public outreach events where waste reduction and recycling methods are highlighted.

Position Summary Serves as the team lead of an environmental program area and/or field staff of environmental specialists or other employees engaged in the management/awareness/outreach related to environmental activities. Works to ensure compliance with all laws, regulations, and standards regarding any of the following program areas: air quality, solid waste facilities and programs, and storm water services.

Essential Functions Monitor and conduct investigations for possible violations and resolves issues and/or questions Report violations to the appropriate authority documents findings, and testifies in court if necessary; and suspends or revokes permits if necessary Provide community outreach and education; interact with residents, business groups, and community groups and responds to them regarding issues or questions, problems or improvements Communicate with various agencies regarding compliance matters and reporting requirements Oversee campaigns to promote environmental programs with communities or private companies Prepare grant applications to fund environmental programs or program enhancements Identify or investigate new opportunities for materials to be collected and recycled Provide training internally and externally on topics such as safety, environmental practices, or operations Review customer requests for service to determine service needs and deploy appropriate resources to provide service Coordinate information and education resources for environmental programs with other departments, municipalities, outside agencies, groups, and businesses Compile reports on environmental programs and provide feedback and suggestions on how existing programs can be improved Design and implements process improvement projects and programs Keep up to date on current environmental best practices and legislation Serve as team lead that monitors the daily activity of environmental staff and programs Prepare grant applications to fund environmental programs as directed Use technical expertise to troubleshoot and monitor instruments, technology, or network configuration Assist with and develop technical specifications necessary for contracts and provide monitoring of contracts with environmental components

Minimum Qualifications Experience: Minimum of five years of environmental experience. Education: Bachelor's degree in an environmental or scientific field. Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: Yes Licenses and Certifications Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License Requires County Driving Privileges Annual Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check required

Preferred Qualifications Certificates in related environmental specialty criteria, such as: erosion and sediment control, waste reduction, pollution abatement, etc.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of State, federal laws and regulations, county ordinances, administrative rulings and judicial decisions that pertain to the area of environmental management, including, but not limited to water quality, air quality, solid waste management, and other educational programs Basic scientific principles and environmental issues Current terminology used in respective environmental program area Building construction and design, and the impact of facility layout to work patterns and how they impact sanitation, public health, and the environment Ordinances and regulations pertaining to specific environmental issues related to area of work Grant acquisition, approval and implementation Contract development and administration, including procurement procedures Theories, principles and practices of environmental sciences Sustainability practices and processes Communication practices and processes

Skills Applying statistical analysis to environmental issues depending on area of expertise Field evaluation techniques and applying mandated rules, policies, and procedures Effective written and verbal communication, customer service and public speaking Time management; ability to work independently from supervision while managing an extensive workload Reading maps and interpreting construction plans Proper sampling techniques and in operating necessary equipment Skill in interpretation of best methodologies of delivery of environmental messaging to technical and non-technical persons

Abilities Applied Learning: Assimilating and applying new job-related information in a timely manner Building Partnerships: Identifying opportunities and taking action to build strategic relationships between one's area and other areas, teams, departments, units or organizations to help achieve business goals Business Acumen: Using economic, financial, market and industry data to understand and improve business results; using one's understanding of major business functions, industry trends and own organization's position to contribute to effective business strategies and tactics Collaboration: Working effectively and cooperatively with others; establishing and maintaining good working relationships Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided

Computer Skills Proficient in applicable computer programs Work Environment Works in outdoor exposed to weather conditions

Selection This classification has been identified as having a role in the development of ADA compliant technologies and for which the incumbent agrees to follow County policies to the best of their abilities in order to meet these obligations. Yes

Reasonable Accommodations Statement To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer Statement This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor's request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.