Environmental Compliance Technician

Environmental Compliance Technician

Salary

$27.55 - $40.90 Hourly

Location

Goodyear, AZ

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

FY2600806

Division

Water Services

Opening Date

09/24/2026

Closing Date

10/8/2026 5:00 PM Arizona

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Job Description Summary

This position supports the Citys environmental compliance programs by conducting field inspections and internal program audits, evaluating compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations, permits, and City policies, collecting compliance data, and documenting findings. This position works collaboratively with City departments, contractors, and other stakeholders to support permit compliance and promote environmental stewardship.

The ideal candidate will have a foundation in environmental compliance or a related field and the ability to develop knowledge of environmental regulations, permits, and compliance programs.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• The ability to learn and apply environmental regulations, permits, City policies, and standard operating procedures.
• Strong attention to detail when conducting inspections, collecting compliance information, and maintaining records.
• The ability to communicate environmental requirements and inspections findings clearly and professionally.
• The ability to work collaboratively with City departments, contractors, developers, and other stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable using Microsoft Office applications and able to learn compliance tracking systems and tools such as EAM (Lucity), GIS applications or similar platforms.

The successful candidate will be organized, dependable, and willing to learn, with strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to public service, environmental compliance, and professional development. The candidate will also demonstrate the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic regulatory environment.

At the City of Goodyear, you will be a part of an organization that values its employees as its greatest asset. You will become part of a dedicated team of professionals that are committed to build and maintain a highly engaged workforce. You will be challenged to learn and grow in an environment that values employee development and career-building. You will thrive in a culture of innovation. We believe that successful employees are those that possess these six core values:

Adaptability - Integrity - Initiative - Empathy - Optimism - Innovation

Only a limited number of the most qualified applicants meeting the Citys requirements will be invited for an interview. The examination process for this position will consist of a panel interview. All communication regarding application status and interview notifications will be sent via email- please monitor your junk/spam email for communication as it will come from a system generated source.

Essential Functions

This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following functions do not identify all duties performed by the incumbent. Other duties and responsibilities will be performed as assigned.

• Conducts environmental compliance inspections, assessments, and monitoring activities at City facilities and operations to evaluate compliance with applicable environmental regulations, permits, City policies, standard operating procedures, and best management practices. Performs required stormwater monitoring activities, identifies deficiencies and potential pollutant discharges, and verifies implementation of corrective actions.

• Develops and applies a working knowledge of environmental permits, regulations, ordinances, and program requirements, including stormwater, air quality, hazardous materials, chemical management, spill prevention, and other environmental compliance programs. Communicates applicable requirements and inspection findings to City staff and other stakeholders and provides technical compliance support within established procedures.

• Collects, documents, and maintains environmental compliance data, inspection records, photographs, sampling documentation, and other program records to support permit compliance, regulatory reporting, performance tracking, and records management.

• Responds to environmental complaints, illicit discharges, spills, and other compliance concerns. Investigates and documents potential environmental concerns and supports corrective actions and pollution prevention activities in accordance with applicable requirements and established procedures.

Requirements

• Formal Education/Knowledge: Work requires the knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency.

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in a related field.

• Certifications and Other Requirements: Valid Arizona Operator's Driver's License

• NPDES/MS4 Compliance Inspector Certification within six (6) months of hire.

• Completion of 24-Hour HAZWOPER training within twelve (12) months of hire.

• Reading: Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs workflows and procedures.

• Math: Work requires the ability to perform complex scientific calculations and equation solving.

• Writing: Work requires the ability to write general correspondence, memorandums, letters, reports to staff, project conditions, construction notes or related information clearly so there is little possibility of misinterpretation by contractors.

• Managerial: Job has no responsibility for the direction or supervision of others but may provide advice/direction to an employee with less experience/skill or tenure. An example would be a "II" advising a "I".

• Policy/Decision Making: Moderate - The employee normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. There is a choice of the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. More complex work as well as decisions with more significant impacts may be reviewed prior to being finalized

• Technical Skills: Comprehensive - Work requires comprehensive, practical knowledge of a technical field with use of analytical judgment and decision-making abilities appropriate to the work environment of the organization.

• Interpersonal/Human Relations Skills: Moderate - In addition to the sharing of information, interactions at this level may also include providing advice to others outside direct reporting relationships on specific problems or general policies/procedures. In many of the interactions, contacts may require the consideration of different points of view to reach agreement. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas.

12 Month Objectives

0-3 Months

• Become familiar with the Citys environmental compliance programs, organizational structure, standard operating procedures, and inspection processes.
• Develop a foundational understanding of the purpose and regulatory framework of the Citys environmental permits, including MS4, MSGP, SPCC, air quality, hazardous waste, and other assigned programs.
• Shadow inspections with the Environmental Compliance Specialist and Supervisor to learn inspection techniques, permit requirements, and best management practices.

3-6 Months

• Demonstrate a working knowledge of assigned environmental permits and the ability to identify applicable permit requirements during routine inspections.
• Independently conduct routine inspections with minimal supervision and accurate document findings.
• Explain basic permit requirements, best management practices, and corrective actions to City staff with guidance from the Environmental Compliance Specialist or Supervisor.
• Obtain MS4 Compliance Inspector Certification.

6-12 Months

• Demonstrate proficiency in interpreting assigned environmental permits and regulations to support inspections and promote regulatory compliance.
• Apply permit requirements and regulatory knowledge to evaluate compliance, recommend corrective actions, and provide technical assistance to City departments.
• Assist with permit implementation, compliance documentation, regulatory reporting, and environmental compliance projects.
• Complete department-approved professional training, such as OSHA 24-Hour HAZWOPER, or Certified Environmental Specialist Training.

The City of Goodyear offers a highly competitive benefits package including:

• Vacation Leave: 14 days per year, increasing with longevity. Goodyear offers an enhanced vacation benefit of recognizing total years of service under all Arizona public retirement systems for accruing vacation.
• Sick Leave: 12 days per year
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year, including one floating holiday the first full pay period of January
• Flexible Holiday: 24 hours per calendar year (prorated based on hire date)
• Health Insurance: Three health plans available to select from at a group rate
• Dental Insurance: Two dental plans available to select from at a group rate
• Vision Insurance: Available at a group rate
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Health Care and Dependent Care accounts available
• Short Term Disability Insurance: City-paid coverage
• Cancer Benefit: City-paid coverage
• Life Insurance: City-paid insurance valued at twice the annual salary ($400,000 maximum); additional life insurance for self and/or dependent is available at employees cost
• Longevity pay beginning at year six
• Tuition Assistance: $5,250 per calendar year
• Employee Assistance Program
• Onsite wellness center/clinic
• Access to the Goodyear Recreation Center
• Robust employee well-being program
• Free identify theft monitoring and protection with Aura
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan: 2% city match (employee contributes 1%)
• Retirement Health Savings: $22.50 city contribution (employee contributes $12.50 per pay period)
• Retirement: Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined Benefit plan with mandatory city and employee contributions currently at 12.00%. Plan includes Long Term Disability Benefit.

01

Do you possess a High School Diploma or Equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02

Do possess at least 3 years of relatable experience?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess a valid driver license?

• Yes
• No

04

How many years of experience do you have conducting inspections, audits, investigations, or field assessments?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 2 - 3 years
• 3 years or more
• None

05

How many years of experience do you have using Microsoft applications and/or compliance tracking systems such as EAM (Lucity), GIS applications or similar platforms?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 2 - 3 years
• 3 years or more
• None

06

How many years of customer service experience do you have?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 2 - 3 years
• 3 years or more
• None

07

How many years of experience do you have maintaining records, documenting work activities, collecting information, or preparing reports.

• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 2 - 3 years
• 3 years or more
• None

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Employer City of Goodyear

Address 1900 N. Civic Square

Goodyear, Arizona, 85395

Website http://www.goodyearaz.gov