County of Riverside
Indio, CA, USA
District Attorney Hazardous Waste Examiner #18788
Under general direction, performs non-sworn duties in the investigation of environmental criminal and civil violations for the District Attorney's Office involving unlawful treatment, transportation, storage and disposal of hazardous materials and wastes, underground storage tank violations, and streambed alterations, among other environmental crimes; assist in the review of cases involving violations of environmental safety regulations resulting in death, serious disability or serious hazardous exposure to employees and performs other related duties as required. The District Attorney Hazardous Waste Examiner is an advanced journey level classification and reports to a sworn senior investigator, prosecutor, or a managing attorney for case orientation and direction. Incumbents are responsible for exercising considerable judgment and independence in performing assignments of above average difficulty, which require comprehensive knowledge of assigned projects, environmental case laws and regulations, including county, state, and federal laws, and regulations that prohibit the illegal disposal of hazardous materials and wastes. Incumbents may direct lower level staff in technical and functional duties related to the investigation and prosecution of environmental crime cases in collaboration with a sworn senior investigator, prosecutor, or a managing attorney. The District Attorney Hazardous Waste Examiner is characterized by the responsibility to perform the full range of complex and specialized non-sworn duties with minimal technical supervision in the investigations of environmental crimes. This class is further distinguished from the District Attorney Investigator in that it does not affect arrests, control suspects, carry a handgun, or have an assigned County vehicle.
RECRUITING GUIDELINES
OPTION I
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree, preferably with a major in environmental health, hazardous waste management, chemistry, toxicology, water quality, occupational health, or a related field to the assignment. (A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in environmental health, hazardous waste management, chemistry, toxicology, water quality, occupational health, or a related field to the assignment may substitute for one year of the required experience.)
Experience: Three years of professional journey level experience with the County of Riverside performing duties that involved hazardous materials and waste management, hazardous waste inspections/investigations, environmental health investigations, or environmental engineering.
OPTION II
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree, preferably with a major in environmental health, hazardous waste management, chemistry, toxicology, water quality, occupational health, or a related field to the assignment. (A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in environmental health, hazardous waste management, chemistry, toxicology, water quality, occupational health, or a related field to the assignment may substitute for one year of the required experience.)
Experience: Four years of professional journey level experience in hazardous waste management, hazardous waste inspections/investigations, environmental health investigations, environmental engineering, or a closely related field.
ALL OPTIONS
Knowledge of: The principles of hazardous materials management; county, state and federal laws and regulations governing hazardous waste and materials management; methods and techniques of investigating, interviewing, inspecting and gathering evidence of environmental hazardous materials and wastes; sampling techniques and related apparatus used to monitor and/or collect samples of substances for analyses; environmental research and statistical methods; the basic understanding of rules of evidence and courtroom procedures; advanced understanding of chemistry as it relates to compatibility; advanced understanding of toxicology as it relates to human and environmental exposures; principles of personal safety and protection.
Ability to: Perform hazardous waste investigations; plan, organize and conduct environmental research; understand and interpret county, state and federal hazardous materials and waste laws, rules and regulations; communicate sensitive and complex technical information both orally and in writing; analyze situations accurately and take effective action; prepare clear and concise reports; establish and maintain effective working relationship with allied agencies, various governmental agencies, and other staff members; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
Upon hire or transfer, incumbents will be required to successfully complete and maintain in a current status all necessary trainings, certifications, and/or programs as outlined by the Department, including but not limited to:
40 Hour HAZWOPER Training (Cal OSHA)
40 Hour Health and Safety Training for Hazardous Waste Workers (Cal OSHA)
First Aid Training (including CPR)
PC 832 Arrest, Search and Seizure
CA OSHA Medical Surveillance Program
Depending on assignment, additional trainings and conferences may be required.
Due to the nature of environmental/hazardous materials investigations, employee are expected to work flexible schedules including weekends and 24-hour on-call status. Overtime is often expected.
Physical Requirements: Independent body mobility to stand, move 55-gallon drums of materials with drum dolly; climb through refuse piles, walk on uneven ground or wet surfaces; upper body strength to reach and move items from high shelves; ability to read standard text, labels, color change indication test papers, monitoring equipment display screens and computer screens; strength to lift and carry tools or personal protection and test equipment weighing up to 25 lbs.; physical capability to wear personal protective equipment including Level B, C and D suits with air purifying cartridge respirators and supplied air; ability to lift materials weighing up to 70 lbs.
Environmental Requirements: Will be required to work in an office and all types of field environments, be exposed to inclement weather conditions; work with hazardous materials/wastes including dust, odors and fumes from disposal operations and chemically contaminated sites; ability to tolerate very hot and cold temperatures; walk or stand for extended periods of time; walk over refuse and rough terrain; bend or stoop repeatedly or continually over time; view and inspect hospital waste loads containing infectious human material.
CONTACT INFORMATION
If you have any questions regarding this posting, please contact Natalie Hagen at 951-955-4277 or nhagen@rivco.org.
District Attorney Hazardous Waste Examiner #18788
Under general direction, performs non-sworn duties in the investigation of environmental criminal and civil violations for the District Attorney's Office involving unlawful treatment, transportation, storage and disposal of hazardous materials and wastes, underground storage tank violations, and streambed alterations, among other environmental crimes; assist in the review of cases involving violations of environmental safety regulations resulting in death, serious disability or serious hazardous exposure to employees and performs other related duties as required. The District Attorney Hazardous Waste Examiner is an advanced journey level classification and reports to a sworn senior investigator, prosecutor, or a managing attorney for case orientation and direction. Incumbents are responsible for exercising considerable judgment and independence in performing assignments of above average difficulty, which require comprehensive knowledge of assigned projects, environmental case laws and regulations, including county, state, and federal laws, and regulations that prohibit the illegal disposal of hazardous materials and wastes. Incumbents may direct lower level staff in technical and functional duties related to the investigation and prosecution of environmental crime cases in collaboration with a sworn senior investigator, prosecutor, or a managing attorney. The District Attorney Hazardous Waste Examiner is characterized by the responsibility to perform the full range of complex and specialized non-sworn duties with minimal technical supervision in the investigations of environmental crimes. This class is further distinguished from the District Attorney Investigator in that it does not affect arrests, control suspects, carry a handgun, or have an assigned County vehicle.
RECRUITING GUIDELINES
OPTION I
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree, preferably with a major in environmental health, hazardous waste management, chemistry, toxicology, water quality, occupational health, or a related field to the assignment. (A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in environmental health, hazardous waste management, chemistry, toxicology, water quality, occupational health, or a related field to the assignment may substitute for one year of the required experience.)
Experience: Three years of professional journey level experience with the County of Riverside performing duties that involved hazardous materials and waste management, hazardous waste inspections/investigations, environmental health investigations, or environmental engineering.
OPTION II
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree, preferably with a major in environmental health, hazardous waste management, chemistry, toxicology, water quality, occupational health, or a related field to the assignment. (A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in environmental health, hazardous waste management, chemistry, toxicology, water quality, occupational health, or a related field to the assignment may substitute for one year of the required experience.)
Experience: Four years of professional journey level experience in hazardous waste management, hazardous waste inspections/investigations, environmental health investigations, environmental engineering, or a closely related field.
ALL OPTIONS
Knowledge of: The principles of hazardous materials management; county, state and federal laws and regulations governing hazardous waste and materials management; methods and techniques of investigating, interviewing, inspecting and gathering evidence of environmental hazardous materials and wastes; sampling techniques and related apparatus used to monitor and/or collect samples of substances for analyses; environmental research and statistical methods; the basic understanding of rules of evidence and courtroom procedures; advanced understanding of chemistry as it relates to compatibility; advanced understanding of toxicology as it relates to human and environmental exposures; principles of personal safety and protection.
Ability to: Perform hazardous waste investigations; plan, organize and conduct environmental research; understand and interpret county, state and federal hazardous materials and waste laws, rules and regulations; communicate sensitive and complex technical information both orally and in writing; analyze situations accurately and take effective action; prepare clear and concise reports; establish and maintain effective working relationship with allied agencies, various governmental agencies, and other staff members; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
Upon hire or transfer, incumbents will be required to successfully complete and maintain in a current status all necessary trainings, certifications, and/or programs as outlined by the Department, including but not limited to:
40 Hour HAZWOPER Training (Cal OSHA)
40 Hour Health and Safety Training for Hazardous Waste Workers (Cal OSHA)
First Aid Training (including CPR)
PC 832 Arrest, Search and Seizure
CA OSHA Medical Surveillance Program
Depending on assignment, additional trainings and conferences may be required.
Due to the nature of environmental/hazardous materials investigations, employee are expected to work flexible schedules including weekends and 24-hour on-call status. Overtime is often expected.
Physical Requirements: Independent body mobility to stand, move 55-gallon drums of materials with drum dolly; climb through refuse piles, walk on uneven ground or wet surfaces; upper body strength to reach and move items from high shelves; ability to read standard text, labels, color change indication test papers, monitoring equipment display screens and computer screens; strength to lift and carry tools or personal protection and test equipment weighing up to 25 lbs.; physical capability to wear personal protective equipment including Level B, C and D suits with air purifying cartridge respirators and supplied air; ability to lift materials weighing up to 70 lbs.
Environmental Requirements: Will be required to work in an office and all types of field environments, be exposed to inclement weather conditions; work with hazardous materials/wastes including dust, odors and fumes from disposal operations and chemically contaminated sites; ability to tolerate very hot and cold temperatures; walk or stand for extended periods of time; walk over refuse and rough terrain; bend or stoop repeatedly or continually over time; view and inspect hospital waste loads containing infectious human material.
CONTACT INFORMATION
If you have any questions regarding this posting, please contact Natalie Hagen at 951-955-4277 or nhagen@rivco.org.
Metropolitan Water District of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA, USA
Within the Resource Development Team of the Water Resource Management Group, the Associate Resource Specialist will be responsible for implementing projects and programs relating to water resources planning and development. You will perform research, analysis and studies related to regional groundwater, stormwater, recycling and other new supplies and review related regulations and legislation; plan and participate in groundwater and stormwater stakeholder meetings and water supply related workshops; and participate in cross-functional teams developing innovative approaches to address water resource development challenges. In this position, you will also operate and maintain water resource models, manage program agreements, monitor studies, and review deliverables.
This job announcement has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification / job.
To view the full job description click here: Associate Resource Specialist
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and four years of relevant experience; or two years in a MWD Assistant Resource Specialist II classification; or Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and two years of relevant experience. Relevant Experience is defined as: Work experience within geology, hydrogeology, hydrology, stormwater management, and/or water or power resource analysis.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS License(s): Valid California Class C Driver’s License or equivalent (required at time of application) that allows you to drive during your employment.
JOB-RELATED SELECTION CRITERIA 20% Job Preparation (education, experience and training relevant to the position) 30% Technical Knowledge/Skills: Water resources available to Southern California and their use and interaction in water planning; Computer software tools and techniques that can be used to manage, analyze, and report on water resources and issues related to water resources. 10% Analytical 15% Teamwork 10% Oral Communication 10% Written Communication 5% Organization/Planning 100% Total
Benefits: • Competitive compensation • Excellent medical, dental, life, vision plans. • Deferred compensation in the form of a 401(k) plan (with matching contribution) and a 457 plan. • Retirement benefits under the California Public Employees' Retirement System • Tuition reimbursement • Training and advancement opportunities • Excellent working environment • Public transportation reimbursements and van pools • Hub of public transportation: rail, subway, buses, and taxis • On-site fitness center
For more information on MWD benefits, please use the following link: Benefits Regular Full Time Employee
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Within the Resource Development Team of the Water Resource Management Group, the Associate Resource Specialist will be responsible for implementing projects and programs relating to water resources planning and development. You will perform research, analysis and studies related to regional groundwater, stormwater, recycling and other new supplies and review related regulations and legislation; plan and participate in groundwater and stormwater stakeholder meetings and water supply related workshops; and participate in cross-functional teams developing innovative approaches to address water resource development challenges. In this position, you will also operate and maintain water resource models, manage program agreements, monitor studies, and review deliverables.
This job announcement has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification / job.
To view the full job description click here: Associate Resource Specialist
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and four years of relevant experience; or two years in a MWD Assistant Resource Specialist II classification; or Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and two years of relevant experience. Relevant Experience is defined as: Work experience within geology, hydrogeology, hydrology, stormwater management, and/or water or power resource analysis.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS License(s): Valid California Class C Driver’s License or equivalent (required at time of application) that allows you to drive during your employment.
JOB-RELATED SELECTION CRITERIA 20% Job Preparation (education, experience and training relevant to the position) 30% Technical Knowledge/Skills: Water resources available to Southern California and their use and interaction in water planning; Computer software tools and techniques that can be used to manage, analyze, and report on water resources and issues related to water resources. 10% Analytical 15% Teamwork 10% Oral Communication 10% Written Communication 5% Organization/Planning 100% Total
Benefits: • Competitive compensation • Excellent medical, dental, life, vision plans. • Deferred compensation in the form of a 401(k) plan (with matching contribution) and a 457 plan. • Retirement benefits under the California Public Employees' Retirement System • Tuition reimbursement • Training and advancement opportunities • Excellent working environment • Public transportation reimbursements and van pools • Hub of public transportation: rail, subway, buses, and taxis • On-site fitness center
For more information on MWD benefits, please use the following link: Benefits Regular Full Time Employee
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