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Town of Davie

Utilities Compliance Specialist

Town of Davie, Davie, Florida, United States,


Salary :

$65,020.80 - $73,486.40 Annually

Location :

Davie, FL

Job Type:

Full-Time

Job Number:

25-023

Department:

Water and Sewer Services

Opening Date:

11/05/2024

Description

A professional level position responsible for assisting in the development, planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring and enforcement of various regulatory compliance, customer outreach, and safety and grant programs with varying degrees of complexity. Incumbent will provide guidance to staff in order to achieve goals within specific program areas. Incumbent will operate in a proactive manner to keep Utility in good regulatory standing. Position will make recommendations and coordinate measures to improve processes and efficiency within assigned program areas. The employee exercises extensive initiative and independent judgment in solving problems as they develop in order to maintain the continuous, effective, efficient and safe operation of the utility programs. Work consists of combination of office and field work. Strong time management and organizational skills required. Work is reviewed through conferences, reports and observation of the operational success and efficiency of the systems and achievement of objectives. Reports to the Compliance Manager or designee.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSAssist with the developing and administering the drinking water program, including reports, inspections, research, and modifications to meet State and federal mandates.Assist with the developing and administering the wastewater and reuse program, including reports, inspections, research and modifications to meet State and federal mandates.Assist with the developing and administering the industrial pretreatment program, including reports, inspections, research and modifications to meet State and federal mandates.Assist with the developing and administering the industrial pretreatment program, including reports, inspections, research and modifications to meet State and federal mandates.Assist with the developing and administering FROG program, including grease trap or oil/water separator device maintenance, inspection, enforcement, industrial pretreatment, wastewater collection or treatment, water/reclaimed water distribution or treatment, and/or laboratory sampling or analysis.Assist with developing and administering the backflow and cross connection program as well as private Lift Stations, including reports, research and updates to meet State and federal mandates.Develop and administer safety and chemical hygiene program, including research and updates to safety protocols to meet advancing technology methods.Liaison and coordinate all community and customer service outreach for the Utilities Department through consultation with the division supervisor and public information office.Develop and coordinate special projects relating to environmental issues; may include testing of new products and procedures in consultation with appropriate division supervisor.Assistance to train water and wastewater operations staff in effective and efficient methods for program compliance.Provides assistance with permitting and regulatory compliance issues. Reviews and comments on proposed legislations, regulations and policies of local, state and federal agencies for impact to the Utilities operations.Investigates or refers complaints to appropriate division and follows through to ensure compliance with instructions and directives.Serves as a liaison with regulatory agencies, county departments, State agencies and the public.Develops SOPs and provide training to support various operational divisions.Performs other related work as required for this position.Minimum Requirements (Must meet by the closing date of the posting unless otherwise stated)

REQUIRED

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in environmental engineering, environmental science, chemistry or biology or closely related field.Five (5) years' of progressively responsible experience in development and implantation of environmental programs, policies, operations pertaining to industrial pretreatment, backflow and cross connection wastewater collection or treatment, water/reclaimed water distribution or treatment, and/or laboratory sampling or analysis.Additional education and experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted for the above requirements.Possession of a valid Class "E" Florida driver's license and an acceptable driving record.If selected to move forward in this position, you will be required to obtain and submit your lifetime driving history record.

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PREFERRED

Master's degree with major coursework in Environmental Engineering, Science, or related field.Efficiency Certifications e.g. EUM, Lean Six Sigma, TQM, etc.FDEP Coursework in Water Treatment, Wastewater Treatment, Industrial Waste Treatment (or the ability to complete at least two (2) program areas within 18 months of employment).Special Requirements

Current Incentives/Benefits:

Incentive : $100/pay periodAdditional incentives :

$1000 - paid out in December 2024 (prorated based on hire date)$1000 - paid out in June 2025 (prorated based on hire date)

Health Insurance

100% paid by the Town for single coverage, 50% paid by the Town for dependents.

Leave :

Holidays - 13 days per year.Sick Leave - 3.69 hours accrued per pay periodVacation Leave - Accrue 2 weeks per year, accrual rate increases every 5 years (capped at 4 weeks after 10 years of service).Birthday Leave - 1 day per year after successfully passing probationQuality Service - 1 day per year after successfully passing probation and other conditions.Wellness Days - 2 days per year after successfully passing probation.

Pension/Retirement :

Town Sponsored Pension

- mandatory 3% contributions per pay period.457 Deferred Compensation Plan

- Employee is entitled to make voluntary contributions through the payroll to the Town sponsored 457 deferred compensation plan only.

Uniforms : Provided by the Department.

Supplemental Information

This position will remain open until filled.All fields must be completed. Putting see resume on the application will not suffice. Incomplete applications will not be considered.Must not have used any tobacco products within six (6) months of the date of this application.For assistance with your online applicant account, use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 or Email: Applicant Support is available between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday. For other inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100. The policy of the Town of Davie is to provide equal opportunity to all of our employees and applicants for employment. The Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months.APPLICATION ASSISTANCE/INFORMATION:

All fields must be completed. Putting see resume on the application will not suffice. Incomplete applications will not be considered.For assistance with your online applicant account, use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 or Email: support@governmentjobs.com. Applicant Support is available between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday.For other inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.REGULATIONS/ACCOMODATIONS

The policy of the Town of Davie is to provide equal opportunity to all of our employees and applicants for employment.The Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months.Applicants requesting reasonable accommodation during the job application process may contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.The Town of Davie participates in E-Verify. Federal Law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. For more information on E-Verify, please contact 1-888-897-7781.The Town of Davie will grant Veterans' Preference to eligible veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States in compliance with applicable federal and state laws concerning Veterans' Preference.

The Town of Davie offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, life, and long term disability insurance.

For a more detailed overview of our benefits package,

01

Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in environmental engineering, environmental science, chemistry or biology or closely related field.

YesNo

02

Do you possess five (5) years' of progressively responsible experience in development and implantation of environmental programs, policies, operations pertaining to industrial pretreatment, wastewater collection or treatment, water/reclaimed water distribution or treatment, and/or laboratory sampling or analysis.

YesNo

03

If you selected "Yes" to the question above, please describe your experience. If you selected "No", please mark "N/A".

04

Do you currently possess a valid Driver's License?

YesNo

05

Have you had a suspended and/or revoked driver's license within the past sixty (60) months (not insurance related)?

YesNo

06

Do you possess Efficiency Certifications e.g. EUM, Lean Six Sigma, TQM, etc?

07

Do you possess FDEP Coursework in Water Treatment, Wastewater Treatment or Industrial Waste Treatment?

08

If you do not possess FDEP Coursework in Water Treatment, Wastewater Treatment, Industrial Waste Treatment, do you have the ability to complete at least two (2) program areas within 18 months of employment?

09

Have you used any tobacco products within the past six (6) months including nicotine and E-Cigarettes?

YesNo

10

If you selected "Yes" to the question above please list the last date you used tobacco products.

Required Question