Hazardous Materials Specialist Trainee (Fire District)

THIS IS A FIRE DISTRICT POSITION ONLY

The San Bernardino County Fire Protection District, Office of the Fire Marshal (OFM), is recruiting for Hazardous Materials Specialist (HMS) Trainees for the Certified Unified Program Agency (CUPA). The trainees are responsible for interpreting and implementing hazardous materials laws and regulations, and performing inspection and investigation assignments under close supervision. The Hazardous Materials Division of the San Bernardino County Fire Protection District is designated by the State Secretary for Environmental Protection as the CUPA for the County of San Bernardino. It focuses the management of specific environmental programs at the local government level, conducting compliance inspections for over 7,000 regulated facilities that handle hazardous materials, generate or treat hazardous waste, or operate underground storage tanks. The CUPA provides a comprehensive environmental management approach that uses education and enforcement to minimize risk to human health and the environment. Applications are also being accepted for Hazardous Materials Specialist I and Hazardous Materials Specialist II; applicants are encouraged to apply as appropriate. Conditions of Employment Certificate: Must possess and maintain registration as an Environmental Health Specialist issued by the California Department of Public Health throughout employment. Pre-Employment Process: A successful background check is required prior to assignment. Travel: A valid California Class C driver license and automobile liability insurance are required. Mileage reimbursement is available. Promotion: Trainees are eligible for promotion to Hazardous Materials Specialist I upon obtaining registration as an Environmental Health Specialist, completing the training program, and receiving a recent satisfactory work progress report. Trainees must qualify within 36 months or employment will be terminated. Specialists I are eligible for promotion to Specialist II upon meeting minimum requirements and receiving a satisfactory work progress report within 12 months. Sponsorship: The County will not consider candidates who require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Letter of Eligibility: Possession of a valid Letter of Eligibility from the California Department of Public Health affirming certification as an Environmental Health Specialist Trainee is required and must be submitted with the application. The ideal candidate is prepared and scheduled to take the registration exam for hazardous materials, is proficient in Microsoft Office, and is familiar with the California Environmental Reporting System. Evaluation will be based on qualifications and supplemental questionnaire responses. Please submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by the deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application. All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants should check their email frequently and ensure contact information is current. Equal Employment Opportunity and Accommodations San Bernardino County is an equal employment opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of the recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows who are not current County employees may be awarded additional preference points. Requests should be submitted within one week of the recruitment filing deadline. #J-18808-Ljbffr San Bernardino County