Environmental Compliance Administrator

Salary : $73,555.66 Annually
Location : City of Saginaw Wastewater Treatment, MI
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2026-0039
Department: Department of Water and Wastewater Treatment
Division: Wastewater Treatment
Opening Date: 06/15/2026
Closing Date: 7/14/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


Description
Applications are being accepted from both AFSCME Union members and the public. AFSCME Members must apply within the first 14 days of this posting to be considered as an in-house candidate. Any applications received after the first 14 days will be considered with applications from the public.

Applications from the public will be considered only after all in-house union obligations have been met.

All applications will be screened to ensure they meet all the minimum requirements. Qualified candidates will be invited to participate in a oral interview. To be placed on the eligible list, candidates must achieve a score of 70% or better on the oral interview.

This posting is subject to close after 14 days.

Ensures facility meets all environmental and regulatory obligations, including oversight of the Industrial Pretreatment Program, preparation and submission of required regulatory reports, and enforcement of the city's sewer ordinance. Coordinates with industrial users, manages compliance monitoring and investigations, supports National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit adherence, and works with plant staff and leadership to maintain consistent, accurate, and proactive environmental compliance.

Major Duties

1. Supervises the collection of meter readings by Environmental compliance Analysts, calculates monthly surcharges for high strength wastewater Industrial users, processes invoices for industrial users for surcharges, permit and sampling fees, penalties, and inspections.
2. Reviews inspections and enforces provisions of the City's sewer use ordinance, including pursuing civil and criminal penalties.
3. Responsible for applying the pre-treatment programs enforcement response plan, responds to spills to facilitate cleanup and source investigation.
4. Sets up and maintains the Industrial Pretreatment Program (IPP) computer system, keeps records for all permitted non-domestic users and ensures all industrial user data is current and correct.
5. Follows and implements required changes from EPA and EGLE regulations to maintain full compliance with all federal, state, and local wastewater, NPDES, and Industrial Pretreatment Program requirements.
6. Coordinates comprehensive surveys of National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) regulated substances to track and control regulated compounds in the service area.
7. Handles complaints and reports of discharges to combined sewer systems and ensures proper investigation and response.
8. Monitors and controls expenditures to prevent unnecessary or inefficient spending, while planning, assigning, and supervising work to maximize efficiency and minimize waste of time, materials, and resources, and ensuring compliance with policies related to ethical conduct, use of public resources, and workplace accountability.
9. Adhere to all utility security policies and procedures, including those outlined in the Emergency Response Plan (ERP) and Risk and Resilience Assessment (RRA) documentation, to ensure the ongoing security and resilience of the water system's infrastructure, operations, and water quality.
10. Immediately report any actual or potential physical or cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, or incidents to the designated utility security point of contact or supervisor.
11. Assists in the development, updating and implementation of the Emergency Response Plan (ERP) and Risk and Resilience Assessment (RRA) documentation.
12. Performs other duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.

Job Requirements


Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, chemistry, biology, environmental engineering, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible wastewater or environmental compliance experience may be considered in place of degree requirement.
• Six years of progressively responsible experience in municipal or industrial wastewater treatment or pretreatment, including regulatory compliance duties, related to Industrial Pretreatment Programs.

Licenses and Certifications

• Must possess and maintain Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification Class D.
• Valid State of Michigan driver's license, maintained in good standing.

Knowledge of:

• Sewer Use Ordinances and Industrial Pretreatment Programs, including enforcement practices, industrial inspections, permitting processes, compliance monitoring, recordkeeping, and enforcement actions.
• Federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and ordinances governing industrial pretreatment programs, including 40 CFR Part 403.

Skill in:

• Conducting industrial inspections, investigations, compliance evaluations, and enforcement activities.
• Supervising, directing, and evaluating the work of subordinate staff.
• Preparing clear, accurate, and concise reports, correspondence, and regulatory documentation.
• Utilizing Microsoft Office applications, SCADA systems, GIS mapping software and other related department specific software to maintain records, analyze data, and support program operations.

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with industrial technicians and representatives, technical personnel, regulatory agencies, City staff, and the general public.
• Exercise sound judgment in interpreting regulations and resolving compliance issues.

Working Conditions


Work Environment
Work is primarily performed in a municipal wastewater treatment plant environment with exposure to industrial chemicals and biological contaminants during sampling, confined spaces, slippery or uneven surfaces, airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, blood borne pathogens, and moving industrial equipment. Some work performed in varying field conditions with exposure to variable weather conditions, work in and loud noises.
Physical Demands

• Frequent exertion of up to 25 pounds of force occasionally exerts up to 50 pounds of force.
• Frequent standing, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, balancing, stooping.
• Occasional kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, reaching with hands and arms, gross manipulation, fine manipulation using hands and fingers to type and operate a computer mouse.
• Standard vision and hearing. Employees must be able to communicate clearly, accurately.
• Utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow established safety protocols while conducting field investigations and inspections.
• Required to wear a respirator while gathering samples, cleaning spills, and in emergency situations. Must successfully complete a medical questionnaire and examination evaluation upon hire and on an annual basis.

The City of Saginaw is committed to hiring individuals who are authorized to work in the United States. All applicants must provide proof of their eligibility to work in the U.S. as required by federal law. The City of Saginaw will not sponsor visas for employment.

The City of Saginaw is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
The City of Saginaw offers a competitive benefits package to full time employees.

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Care with low bi-weekly employee premium contributions (low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums).
• Dental Insurance and Vision Plan; 100% employer-paid premium
• MERS Hybrid Retirement Plan: 2 plans in one - Defined benefit plan with the investment choice of a defined contribution plan.
• Healthcare Savings Plan: Savings Plan to help you prepare for the costs of health care after you leave employment.
• City-paid life and accidental death & dismemberment.
• 13 Paid Holidays
• PTO (Paid Time Off) days based on length of service; accrual can be up to 22 days during the first year of employment.
• City-paid short and Long-Term Disability Benefits
• Deferred Compensation Program: Voluntary 457 and Roth IRA
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

(Benefits are subject to change in accordance with collective bargaining agreements.)
01


Do you currently hold a valid State of Michigan Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

02


Do you have a bachelor's degree in environmental science, chemistry, biology, environmental engineering, or a related field?

• Yes
• No

03


Do you have six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in municipal or industrial wastewater treatment or pretreatment, including regulatory compliance duties, related to Industrial Pretreatment Programs?

• Yes
• No

04


Do you possess and maintain Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification Class D?

• Yes
• No

Required Question