Environmental Specialist I - Solid Waste
Salary
$26.19 - $42.42 Hourly
Location
Naples, FL
Job Type
Full Time, Regular
Job Number
10124
Department
Public Utilities Department
Division
Solid & Hazardous Waste Management
Opening Date
06/12/2026
Closing Date
6/25/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Pay Grade
CCG253
Job Summary
Collier County strives to be an employer of choice, and many of our employees build long-term careers with us. The salary listed in the job description reflects the full pay range for this position, from entry level through advanced career stages.
NEW EMPLOYEES ARE HIRED AT, OR NEAR THE ENTRY POINT SHOWN, DEPENDING ON QUALIFICATIONS AND RELEVANT EXPERIENCE.
The purpose of this classification is to lead and direct operational, regulatory, and safety functions within the Solid Waste Operations Division, with primary emphasis on the County's recycling and hazardous waste drop-off facilities. This position oversees day to day activities, staff, and compliance across these sites while maintaining the versatility to support landfill, transfer station, and deep injection well operations as needed.
Essential Functions
Coordinate with contractors and generators for waste packaging, pickups, and specialized services; act as a field liaison and Division representative at temporary events.
Identify, segregate, package, bulk, and prepares materials for collection by vendors, in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including RCRA and DOT requirements.
Maintain all required documentation, including manifests, labels, inventory records, tracking documents, and site safety plans; ensure accurate inventory and tracking of hazardous wastes processed at the divisions designated locations.
Drafts and implements standard operating procedures for material handling and tracking and trains staff.
Conduct hazardous waste analysis, including categorization tests for unknown materials; observe waste collection and disposal activities and resolve operational issues.
Perform site operations such as setup, cleanup, inspections, bulking of hazardous wastes, unloading, lab packing, and general facility maintenance; respond appropriately to spills or releases.
Operate pickups, trailers, forklifts, bobcats, compactors, pumps, generators, pressure washers, pallet jacks, and other equipment required for hazardous waste management and transport.
Lead safety trainings for Solid and Hazardous Waste staff and contractor personnel; interpret and communicate procedures, rules, regulations, and safety protocols to staff and the public.
Respond to public inquiries, provide program information, and support special projects and initiatives related to the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Program.
Assist with program development and implementation, including ordering materials (e.g., drums, containers, PPE) needed for site operations.
Draft bid schedules and solicitations for hazardous material disposal or recycling; review and verify manifests, invoices, and cost records for accuracy and approve for payment as appropriate.
Prepare reports related to quantities, costs, and overall management of hazardous materials processed, disposed of, or recycled.
Provide information and technical guidance to property owners, contractors, developers, and the public regarding environmental regulations, hazardous waste management practices, storage requirements, and waste disposal procedures; recommend solutions to address compliance concerns.
Interpret, apply, and support enforcement of applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations; research regulatory requirements and initiate corrective actions when compliance issues arise.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
Perform other related duties as required to support Division operations.
Minimum Qualifications
LICENSES/CERTIFICATES
Supplemental information
Salary offers above the minimum pay grade may be considered based on qualifications.
Essential Employees may be required to work during an undeclared or declared emergency. The County's Administrative Office will determine who will be required to work on an incident-by-incident basis.
This job posting is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.
Collier County BCC offers a variety of benefits to both regular full and part-time
employees. For information, click here to view the comprehensive benefits package we have to offer when you join our team.
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APPLICANT NOTICE: Your answers below will be used to review this application. The experience listed here MUST match the work history provided in your application. Please note, it is not acceptable to use "See Resume" or "See Above" in your answers below and we do not accept resumes as a substitute for a completed application.
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Do you possess a bachelors degree accompanied by at least one (1) year of related experience? (Note: Candidates without a degree should have four (4) additional years of related experience.
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On call work might be required for this position. Are you available to work outside of normal business hours, weekends, and holidays?
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How many years of experience do you possess handling shelter animals, wildlife control and/or animal control enforcement?
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Describe your experience in hazardous waste removal, storage, and/or clean up:
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Do you possess and maintain a valid Drivers License?
Required Question
Employer Collier County
Address Human Resources Division
3303 East Tamiami Trail East
Naples, Florida, 34112
Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/collier/default.cfm