Environmental Services Manager

ABOUT ARCADIA Arcadia is a charming, family-oriented community with a population of just over 57,000. Located 13 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, regional transportation networks like the Metro A Line connect Arcadia as a premier residential, shopping, and entertainment destination in the San Gabriel Valley. Arcadia is known for its top-rated schools, iconic landmarks, and serene neighborhoods. Arcadia is an award-winning community having been twice named as the best City in California in which to raise kids and has been recognized as a premiere business friendly City in Los Angeles County. ABOUT THE POSITION The City of Arcadia is in search of an innovative and experienced Environmental Services Manager with technical expertise and strong leadership skills to join the Public Works Services Department team. The Public Works Services Department is responsible for the maintenance and repair of the City's publicly owned infrastructure and facilities. The goal of the Public Works Services Department is to protect the health and safety of the community by overseeing the reliable operation of publicly owned infrastructure. The Environmental Services Manager will work alongside the Public Works Services Director and Deputy Director and will be charged with leading the development of environmental programs, projects, and activities, including oversight of compliance with emerging laws. The ideal candidate is passionate about Environmental Science and has an excellent grasp of current trends in organics recycling and stormwater compliance. We are seeking candidates who are creative in developing innovative environmental services programs and who demonstrate strong teamwork and collaboration skills. WHAT WE OFFER CalPERS retirement plan Three tier monthly benefit allowance of up to: $866 Employee only coverage $1,550 Employee +1 coverage $2,150 Family Coverage City paid Vision Plan for employee and family City paid Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability Bilingual pay Longevity pay Tuition reimbursement/advancement upon the completion of probationary period Note Regarding Salary: Newly hired candidates typically start at the first step of the salary range (Step A); however, a higher step within the salary range may be negotiated based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and skillset. RECRUITMENT PROCESS AND IMPORTANT DATES Application Submission Deadline:Application filing period will close at 11:59 PM on Sunday, September 13, 2026. Qualifications Appraisal Interviews (100%):September 30, 2026 (Tentative) DEFINITION Under the direction, to perform complex professional water, wastewater, stormwater, refuse and environmental administration duties; to develop, coordinate, and supervise the City's water, wastewater, stormwater and environmental services programs; to advise and make recommendations regarding water, wastewater, refuse and other environmental issues; and to provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Director of Public Works Services including interpreting and implementing various environmental regulations. EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES Review practices and procedures for compliance with Federal, State, and local laws and regulations for the Water, Wastewater, Stormwater, Refuse, and Environmental Water Quality and Water and Energy Conservation Programs. Implement and enforce federally regulated Pretreatment Programs and Non-Point Source Regulations; interprets and implements new regulations relating to safe Drinking Water Regulations, Non-Point Source and Title 22 regulations; administer the Hazardous Substances Management and Household Hazardous Waste Programs. Maintain records for Industrial User Discharge Permits, inspections, sampling, and enforcement actions; prepare reports for local, state, and federal regulatory agencies such as the South Coast Air Quality Management District Subvention Fund Report, Federal Pretreatment and Storm Water Report. Gather data and prepare reports to Federal, State, and local agencies in compliance with regulations of water, SB1383, AB1826, AB341, -recycling programs and other environmental programs. Prepare, recommend, and implement revisions and amendments to ordinances and resolutions relating to water quality, wastewater, stormwater, water conservation, cross-connection control, water, and sewer rates, refuse and recycling programs and other water-related issues. Prepare information for dissemination to the public regarding water conservation refuse recycling and other water programs. Compile data from laboratory and complete reports to State Health Department and Federal Environmental Protection Agency for bacteriological, nitrate, and volatile organics contamination compliance, lead and copper compliance, and other constituents. Coordinate and schedule routine and special water quality samples with laboratory staff. Evaluate the feasibility and implementation of environmental management programs relative to stormwater quality, environmental assessments, water quality, industrial waste programs, conservation, and contract management. Serve as liaison with outside agencies, organizations, and government official at local, regional, and state levels. Attend and participate in professional group meetings to stay informed of new trends and innovations in water, wastewater, stormwater, refuse recycling and other environmental fields to improve City projects, programs, and facilities. Confer with and make presentations to members of the public to explain policies and programs. Prepare correspondence, reports, manuals, grant applications, and other written material. Compile and analyze data and programs and make recommendations on the formulation of policies and procedures; investigate and respond to complaints, respond to request for information regarding environmental management programs, and coordinate field situations with other agencies to bring private concerns into compliance with existing rules, policies, and regulations. Investigate, interpret, analyze, and make recommendations on proposals for new programs, services, and equipment; conduct surveys and perform research and statistical analyses on administrative, fiscal, and operational problems. Analyze short-term and long-term programs that are needed to meet the City’s compliance needs with outside regulatory agencies and to positively interact with engineering staff, external consultants and outside agencies and vendors. Participate with Development Services in the review CEQA documents, performance of EIR/CEQA review for approved projects including preparation and monitoring of mitigation plans; supervise consultants. Gather data and complete required reports including but not limited to NPDES reports, AB 939 reports, SB 1383 reporting, compliance reports including annual NPDES and reports on storm water and industrial waste statistics as they relate to the City. Obtain required permits to construct and operate City-owned water and wastewater facilities, including SCAQMD, LARWQCB and DOHS permits. Consult with and advise City staff regarding environmental issues, rates, budget, and capital improvement programs as they relate to this section. Coordinate emergency preparedness activities for environmental-related services. Prepare data for annual reports, rate studies, and water consumption statistics and all other environmental water related disciplines. Monitor the preparation of water production and well level reports for submittal to State and local agencies. Assist in the coordination of water purchases by the City. Monitor proposed water, stormwater, and wastewater legislation. Prepare and present written and oral reports regarding Department issues. Develop and establish work methods and standards. Coordinate the implementation of the City’s NPDES Stormwater Program. Work directly with the Rio Hondo/San Gabriel Water Quality Group for stormwater compliance and implementation of group projects. OTHER JOB-RELATED DUTIES Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned. Knowledge of: Methods and techniques of research, evaluation and report writing. Principles, procedures, standards, practices, trends and information sources in the field of water, wastewater, stormwater and refuse and recycling. Application of ordinances, legislation, policies standards, procedures and historical practices associated with water resources management. Guidelines and requirements of CEQA, NPDES, AQMD, Clean Water Act, Safe Clean Water programs, Measure W, SB 1383, AB939 and stormwater pollution prevention plans as they apply to Cities. Federal State and local regulations. Industry categories/processes and associated wastewater services. Water resources databases, microcomputer applications and graphics pertaining to this work. Principles and procedures of record keeping. Principles and practices of data collection and report preparation. Principles of budget preparation and control. Safe driving principles and practices. Skill to: Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment. Operate a motor vehicle safely. Ability to: Work alone or as a project team member to conduct research and to perform analysis of collected data. Perform highly complex assignments, including special capital projects, budget development and review and supervision of consultant work. Identify opportunities for the development of new and improved water, wastewater, stormwater, refuse and recycling, and energy resource programs; suggest improvements for delivery of service. Recognize, design, develop, and implement water and environmental related programs suited to the needs of the organization. Interpret and explain environmental related policies and procedures. Analyze and compile technical and statistical data and prepare comprehensive reports. Prepare reports, brochures, and information for City use and public distribution. Properly interpret and make decisions in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies. Conduct work in a safe manner in accordance with established policy. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Review Country, State and/or Federal Grant funding opportunities for water and environmental grants and prepare proposals to outside agencies to assist with compliance with various environmental programs. Experience: Four years of increasingly responsible environmental related administrative experience. Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from and accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, business administration, environmental science, engineering, or a related field. License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license. Special Requirements Special Requirements: Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment: Ability to work in a standard office environment; ability to travel to different sites and locations. The Selection Process Those candidates who are determined to be best qualified based upon the information presented on the application materials will be invited to continue in the selection process which may include a qualifying written or performance evaluation and will include an interview weighted 100%. The City reserves the right to limit the number of interviews conducted. Candidates will be notified via e-mail or telephone if they qualify to move to the next step in the selection process. The interview score will determine ranking on the eligibility list and will remain in effect for one year. Pre-employment background and medical examinations are additional requirements for hire. Failure on any part of the selection process will result in removal from the recruitment process. Please Note: If you have a disability that may require an accommodation in the selection process, please notify Human Resources in writing when you submit your application. Please Note: If you have a health or medical condition or a sincerely held religious belief that may require that the City provide you with an accommodation in either the selection process or the performance of your duties, please notify Human Resources in writing when you submit your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr