Assistant Environmental Services Supervisor

Closing Date:                        Until Filled     

Job Summary/Scope
Assists in the daily operations of the Industrial Pretreatment Program (IPP) and the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Program. Coordinates with the Technical Services Manager on Regulatory Issues at the Local, State, and Federal level. Assists with the supervision of the Environmental Compliance Technician.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Other Duties and Responsibilities
Collects wastewater, stormwater, stream, illicit discharge, and other environmental samples as necessary.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Employee Behavior and Conduct
City employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest, and respectful.

Required (Essential) Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Material and Equipment Directly Used
Must be able to operate a vehicle, personal computer, telephone, and camera. Must be able to quickly attain proficiency with automated composite sampling equipment and hand-held analytical meters.  There may be times when the use of personal vehicle may be required.


Working Environment/Physical Requirement
Work is normally performed in an office environment with frequent visits to industrial sites and various sites associated with stormwater/wastewater infrastructure and streams within the drainage basins of St. Joseph.  Must have hearing and visual acuity. Environment requires ability to walk over uneven terrain, bend, stoop and perform other similar manual tasks. Frequently lifts from 10 to 20 pounds.  Exposure to dust and fumes; infrequently exposed to varying intensities of noise. Some overnight or day travel may be required for business purposes. Vacation and other leave scheduling shall be requested of and approved by the appropriate supervisor.

Education
High School Diploma and any combination of formal education and work experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities bachelor’s degree in environmental science, or other Natural Sciences such as Biology, Chemistry, or Geology preferred.