Environmental Compliance Coordinator - Solid Waste Administration Division

Environmental Compliance Coordinator - Solid Waste Administration Division

Salary

$67,961.00 Annually

Location

1327 Dean Forest Road, Savannah, GA

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

2603398

Department

Sanitation Department

Division

Sanitation Administration Division

Opening Date

08/27/2026

Closing Date

9/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Purpose

Are you looking for a career with purpose? An environment to enhance your leadership skills? Our Solid Waste Department is looking for You, a forward-thinking leader who will partner effectively with our stakeholders.

The Environmental Compliance Coordinator is responsible for the overall environmental compliance, coordination, and reporting for the Solid Waste Department including municipal solid waste landfill, collection operations, and other facilities.

We offer an excellent benefits package to include health, dental and vision, defined contribution plan (457b), life insurance, wellness programs, vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, employee assistance program, home buyers program, tuition reimbursement and more!

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Essential Job Functions

• Provides oversight to ensure operations and facilities comply with all Federal, State, and local environmental laws and regulations; develops, reviews, and maintains records required to demonstrate compliance with applicable permits.
• Conducts visual and field sampling to include monthly leachate collection, tank inspections, quarterly methane monitoring, and stormwater sampling for Dean Forest Road Landfill (DFRLF), Solid Waste Headquarters, and Bacon Park Convenience Center performs inspections or assessments to determine compliance and provide advice/recommendations regarding compliance issues and corrective actions.
• Prepares reports (i.e., monthly, quarterly, and annually) and plans for submittal in Georgia Environmental Online System (GEOS) and submits Accidental Discharge/Slug Control Plans to Industrial Pretreatment.
• Stay abreast of relevant environmental regulations, communicate compliance schedules to department/division management and report operational impacts.
• Serves as contact with internal and external partners to resolve complaints and/or problems.
• Procures services or materials for the administration and implementation of environmental programs.
• Serves and liaison with third-party vendors and governmental agencies.
• Submit and apply for Scrap Tire Abatement Reimbursement from Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) on behalf of the City of Savannah including gathering records, photos and documentation needed to submit the application.
• Provides annual staff training for Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures (SPCC).
• Monitors landfill and maintenance report for Deptford Tract Site and submits reimbursement for Georgia's Hazardous Waste Trust Fund if applicable (HWTF).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Environmental Sciences, Engineering, or Public Administration; with four (4) years of experience in environmental science and regulatory oversight; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Must possess and maintain a valid state drivers license with an acceptable driving history.

Additional Requirements

Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.

Additional Information

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of the State of Georgia Solid Waste Management, Air Quality, and Groundwater Protection rules and regulations
• Able to exhibit technical skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills
• Familiar with environmental terminology and regulations applicable to Municipal Solid Waste operations and management
• Proficiency in report writing; use of Microsoft applications
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration.
• Knowledge of city budgetary and purchasing policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of human resources principles, practices, and policies.
• Skill in developing short- and long-range plans.
• Skill in establishing priorities and organizing work.
• Skill in the resolution of conflicts.
• Skill in public and interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

Minimum Standards

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Senior Director, Solid Waste and Division Director, Refuse Disposal assigns work in terms of department goals and objectives. The work is reviewed through conferences, reports, audits, and observation of department activities.

GUIDELINES: Guidelines include the Environmental Compliance schedule; environmental laws and regulations; Georgia Environmental Protection Department Solid Waste Management rules, regulations, and guidelines; Georgia EPD air quality and emission rules/regulations; the Georgia Solid Waste Management Act; Environmental Protection Agency guidelines. These guidelines require judgement, selection, and interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY: The work consists of varied administrative duties. Strict regulations contribute to the complexity of the position.

SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to administer solid waste monitoring procedures and environmental compliance monitoring. Success in this position results in compliance with environmental regulations.

PERSONAL CONTACTS: Contacts are typically with co-workers, City employees, State and Federal regulators, consultants, elected and appointed officials, and members of the general public.

PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, provide services, resolve problems, motivate personnel, and justify or defend matters.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work requires sitting at a desk with some light/moderate lifting on occasions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is typically performed in both the office and field environments.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: None

CITY OF SAVANNAH EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Overview of Benefits

Paid Holiday

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan

Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions)

Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan

Retirement Seminars

PPO Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Health & Wellness Incentives

Long Term Disability

Excellence and Service Recognition

Employee Development and In-Service Training

Educational Assistance Program

Uniform Allowance (select positions)

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts and Memberships

Employee Relations

Direct Deposit

Credit Union

Pretax Parking Deductions

Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program

Domestic Partnership Benefits

Healthcare

PPO Medical Plus Plan

PPO Medical Basic Plan

Dental Plus Plan

Dental Basic Plan

Vision Service Plan

Life Insurance

Basic Life and ADD

Supplemental Life Employee

Supplemental Life Spouse

Supplemental Life Child

Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee.

01

Do you hold a valid state drivers license with an acceptable driving history?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a Bachelors Degree in Environmental Sciences, Engineering, or Public Administration plus four (4) years of experience in environmental science and regulatory oversight; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience?

• Yes
• No

03

Please describe your educational background and or experience.

• Bachelors Degree with 4 years experience
• Associates Degree with 6 years experience
• High School Diploma with 8 years experience

04

Describe your experience with environmental compliance, coordination, and reporting in a Solid Waste Department including municipal solid waste landfill, collection operations, and other solid waste facilities.

05

Describe your knowledge of the State of Georgia Solid Waste Management, Air Quality, and Groundwater Protection rules and regulations and how you have utilized the rules and regulations in your work.

Required Question

Employer City of Savannah

Address 6600 Abercorn Street

Suite 100

Savannah, Georgia, 31405

Phone 912-651-6484

Website http://www.savannahga.gov