Hazardous Materials Specialist II (Fire District)

The Job

THIS IS A FIRE DISTRICT POSITION ONLY

San Bernardino County Fire Protection District, Office of the Fire Marshal (OFM), is recruiting for Hazardous Materials Specialists (HMS) II for the Certified Unified Program Agency (CUPA). 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 in order to focus the management of specific environmental programs at the local government level. The CUPA is charged with the responsibility of conducting compliance inspections for over 7000 regulated facilities in San Bernardino County. These facilities handle hazardous material, generate or treat a hazardous waste, and/or operate underground storage tanks. The CUPA provides a comprehensive environmental management approach to resolve environmental issues. This balanced approach utilizes education and effective enforcement procedures to minimize the potential risk to human health and the environment and establish an atmosphere to promote fair business practices. The CUPA is designed to consolidate, coordinate, and uniformly and consistently administer permits, inspection activities, and enforcement activities throughout San Bernardino County. Applications are also being accepted for Hazardous Materials Specialist Trainee, and Hazardous Materials Specialist I; applicants are encouraged to apply as appropriate. For more detailed information, refer to the Hazardous Materials Specialist II (Fire Department) job description. EXCELLENT BENEFITS. To review job‑specific benefits, refer to Summary of Benefits Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Conditions of Employment Certificate: Must possess and maintain registration as an Environmental Health Specialist issued by the State of 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 is required to carry out the essential job‑related functions of this position. Proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained. Mileage reimbursement is available. Special Certifications: Some positions may require specific certifications; employees will typically have six (6) months to acquire required certifications. Safety Positions: Some positions in this class may have the opportunity to become members of the Hazardous Materials Response Team (HMRT), which requires rotation for after‑hours emergency response, performs other emergency response functions as needed, and must possess and retain certification as a Hazardous Materials Specialist with the State of California. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements Must possess BOTH Registration and Experience as follows: Registration: Must possess and maintain registration as an Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) with the State of California Department of Public Health (CDPH). Proof of REHS possession MUST be submitted with the application. Experience: Option A: One (1) year of experience as a REHS in California. Option B: Six (6) months experience as a REHS in California AND six (6) additional months of experience as a Hazardous Materials Specialist (or equivalent to OFM's HMS in a Certified Unified Program Agency (CUPA) or Participating Agency (PA)). NOTE: Ensure your work history clearly details qualifying experience, including your regulatory, technical, and programmatic experience. Desired Qualifications The ideal candidate will have in-depth experience enforcing a variety of Hazardous Materials laws and regulations, along with proficient use of Microsoft Office computer programs. Knowledge of the California Environmental Reporting System (CERS) and EnvisionConnect or Accela software is highly desirable. Selection Process Examination: There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Candidates who demonstrate exceptional qualifications will be referred to the appointing authority for a selection interview. Application Procedure: To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by the deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete your application and consider having your profile created and or updated before applying for the position. Applicants will be automatically logged‑out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and or print these for your records. If you require technical assistance, please follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll‑Free Applicant Support line at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e‑mails frequently to obtain any correspondence associated with this recruitment. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/ Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (PDF) (Download PDF reader) within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Information (PDF) (Download PDF reader) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline. For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process. #J-18808-Ljbffr San Bernardino County Fire Department