Environmental Compliance Specialist - Promotional Only (Ventura Water)

***OPEN ONLY TO CURRENT REGULAR STATUS CITY OF VENTURA EMPLOYEES***

Applications and supplemental questions will be accepted until Monday, September 15, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.

Pay

• $90,031.76 - $109,434.00 Annually DOQ
  

A New Opportunity and what you’ll do...

The City of Ventura is now accepting applications for the position of Environmental Compliance Specialist (Promotional Only).

There are two positions currently available, and we are looking for motivated and experienced candidates to fill these roles. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead critical environmental programs and have a direct impact on the health of our community's water systems.

In this role, you will be on the front lines, administering and enforcing environmental permits and regulations. You'll lead our wastewater pretreatment and backflow/cross-connection control programs, conduct inspections, and respond to emergencies. If you're a dedicated and knowledgeable team member passionate about environmental stewardship, we encourage you to apply.

What You'll Do

• Administer Environmental Programs: Take the lead on our wastewater pretreatment program, ensuring industrial and commercial users comply with federal, state, and local regulations. You will also develop and implement the backflow and cross-connection control program.
  
• Conduct Inspections & Investigations: Get out in the field to inspect new and existing businesses, investigate complaints, and enforce regulations. You'll be responsible for issuing notices of violation and "stop work" orders when necessary.
  
• Analyze Data & Report Findings: Collect samples, conduct lab tests, and interpret biological and chemical data to ensure compliance. You will also prepare detailed technical reports and maintain accurate records of your investigations and inspections.
  
• Collaborate & Educate: Work with other city departments, business owners, and the public to provide information, solve discharge problems, and promote pollution prevention and best management practices.
  
• Respond to Emergencies: Be available to respond to required emergency inspections, including backflow incidents.
  

Who We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of environmental compliance and a strong ability to problem-solve. We are looking for someone with:

• Extensive knowledge of applicable Federal and California State laws and regulations, as well as our local policies and procedures.
  
• Experience with wastewater pretreatment, industrial discharge, and wastewater collection systems.
  
• A strong grasp of standard sampling and testing methods, including laboratory equipment and safety practices.
  
• Excellent communication skills and a proven ability to work effectively with a variety of stakeholders.
  

Experience and Qualifications for Success!

A combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to two years of college with major course work in chemistry, biology, environmental science, biochemistry, environmental studies, environmental management or subjects related to the environment, and three years of progressively responsible full-time experience implementing environmental programs for wastewater pretreatment, recycled water, backflow prevention and cross connection compliance and inspecting a variety of pretreatment systems, facilities and processes of industrial, commercial, residential and institutional establishments for compliance with Federal, State and local environmental regulations.

Highly Desirable

• Experience with wastewater collection systems
  
• Knowledge of FOG (Fats, Oils, and Grease) monitoring programs
  
• Ability to apply City local limit programs
  

License: Possession of a valid California Class C driver license is required.

Certificates:

• CWEA Environmental Compliance Inspector Grade II certification required within two years of appointment.

• Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester (BPAT) Certification within 12 months of appointment from CA/NV-American Water Works Association.

• Cross-Connection Control Specialist Certification within 12 months of appointment from a certified organization, accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and recognized by the State Water Board.

Incumbent may be required to work irregular work hours, including evenings and weekends

Apply Now!

***OPEN ONLY TO CURRENT REGULAR STATUS CITY OF VENTURA EMPLOYEES***

Note: Current City of Ventura employees must use the Workday Jobs Hub career section to apply for this position.

• To be considered for this promotional opportunity, you must be a Regular or probationary status employee with the City of Ventura. Please complete an online City Application and supplemental questionnaire to apply for this promotional opportunity.
  
• Submit an online City job application and supplemental questionnaire via your employee WorkDay Jobs Hub App by the filing deadline. It is important that your city job application show all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess. Resumes, CVs and cover letters may be attached to your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application or supplemental questionnaire. Submitting an incomplete application or supplemental questionnaire, may disqualify you from further consideration in the recruitment process.
  

DEADLINE TO APPLY:

Applications and supplemental questions will be accepted until Monday, September 15, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.

APPLICATION REVIEW:

All applications and supplemental questionnaires submitted will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in this job announcement. Candidates will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified based on experience, training and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Candidates will be notified about their status after the filing deadline.

INTERVIEW DATES AND INFORMATION:

A select number of candidates will be invited to participate in the interview process. Select candidates will be notified of specifics at a later time.

The Eligibility List established for this classification may be used to fill other regular and temporary vacancies at the discretion of the City.

THE SCHEDULE

The timeline dates are subject to change. Candidates will be notified as necessary.

• Monday, September 15, 2025, at 11:59 p.m . - Application Deadline. Applications and supplemental questionnaires must be submitted by this date to be considered for the position.
  
• Week of September 15, 2025 - Candidates will be notified by email of their status by this date.
  
• Week of September 29, 2025 - Oral Panel Interviews are tentatively scheduled for this date. Qualifying candidates will be notified by email or phone if they are invited to the panel interview process.
  
• Department Selection Interviews will be scheduled promptly after the oral panel interviews have been completed. Qualifying candidates will be notified by email if they are invited to the panel interview process .
  
• September 2025 - Candidates will be notified of the outcome of the interview by this date.
  

Learn More - Essential Information

For additional information on the duties and responsibilities of the position, refer to the job descriptions located on the City’s Career Page at City of Ventura Jobs or by clicking here Environmental Compliance Specialist .

If you have questions about the recruitment process, please contact any of the Human Resources Recruitment Team at recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov . or New Recruitment Main Phone Number: (805) 654-7802.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need an accommodation in a selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date of the position you are interested in. The Human Resources address is: 501 Poli Street, Room 210, Ventura, CA 93001, (805) 654-7853, e-mail: recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov.

The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!

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