DescriptionSALARY $38.15 - $46.48 / Hour
$6,613.36 - $8,057.05 / Month
Under general supervision, performs journey level responsible technical level duties in enforcing compliance with codes, laws, ordinances, and regulations relating to fire prevention, hazardous materials, hazardous waste, and above/underground storage tanks; resolves a wide range of difficult and complex environmental regulation issues within established policies; acts with considerable independence in setting priorities and obtaining solutions; issues violation notices; performs other work as required.
Representative DutiesThe following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of the position's essential duties. They are descriptive, not limiting. Essential Duties: Reviews, evaluates, and verifies through inspection, hazardous waste, and other regulated facilities; reviews, evaluates, and verifies general requirements for generators of hazardous waste; reviews plans and issues permits in coordination with the Fire Plans Examiner, coordinates and directs field inspection schedules with fire department and other regulatory agency personnel; inspects for, and investigates violations of fire codes, hazardous material, and hazardous waste regulations; develops grant proposals and implements hazardous waste pollution prevention and source reduction programs.
For the full job description, please click here .
Minimum QualificationsApplications will be accepted only from those applicants who
CLEARLY demonstrate on the
Completed City application, Supplemental Questionnaire, Resume, College transcripts, and Certificate(s) that they have:
- Graduated from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Geology, Hydrology, or closely related physical or environmental health science; AND
- Two (2) years increasingly responsible experience in conducting fire prevention, hazardous material or hazardous waste regulatory inspections.
- Also requires completion of the training requirements related to Regulatory Investigative Techniques.
- Experience in personal computer operation is also required.
- Possession of a valid Class "C" California driver's license. (Employees will be required to operate City vehicles on a daily basis.)
- Registered as a Geologist, Professional Engineer, Registered Environmental Property Assessor, or Environmental Health Specialist in the State of California.
- Possession of an Underground Storage Tank (UST) Inspector certificate. A UST Inspector certificate must be obtained within the six (6) month probationary period as a condition of continued employment.
OTHER MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please see full job description linked above.Examination (Weighted: 100%) October 2, 2024 (Tentative) The exam will be announced but may include one or more of the following: written exam; oral exam; evaluation of education, training, experience or other qualifications as shown by the application, or by other information submitted, or by the record; questionnaires submitted to references; or any other appropriate measure of fitness. A minimum passing score of 70% is required.
***NOTE: Admission to the Examination(s) may be limited to those applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications. Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed admittance to the Examination. Employment applications must be properly completed in accordance with instructions on face of application form. All pertinent information needed to determine that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications must be shown on the Application, Supplemental Questionnaire, Resume, College Transcripts, and certificate(s); otherwise, the application will be rejected. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed application***. Full Summary of Benefits by Bargaining Unit:
- Blue & White Miscellaneous Unit
- Fire Safety Unit
- Police Safety Unit
- General Supervisory & Management Unit (coming soon)
VACATION: Accrual rate is determined by bargaining unit.
1-4 years of service: 10 days per year.
5-13 years of service: 15 days per year.
14+ years of service: 20 days per year.
VACATION - FIRE SAFETY SHIFT PERSONNEL ONLY:
1-4 years of service: 4.68 (24-hr. duty shifts)
5-15 years of service: 7.02 (24-hr. duty shifts)
16+ years of service: 9.36 (24-hr. duty shifts)
HOLIDAYS: 13 paid holidays per year.
SICK LEAVE: Earned at the rate of one working day per month of service to a maximum of 120 days; portions therafter may be convertible.
ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE: 10 days per year for General Supervisory and Management employees.
INSURANCE: The City and the employee share contributions for premiums for health insurance coverage. The City provides life insurance benefits based on bargaining unit. Visit the City's Employee Benefit website for detailed information (rates and plan information).
RETIREMENT: Benefits are provided by the City's participation in the Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS). 2% @ 62 for new hire Miscellaneous and 2.7% @ 57 for Safety (Fire & Police). Visit the City's Retirement websitefor additional information.
Closing Date/Time: 9/20/2024 1:00 PM Pacific
