Associate Environmental Specialist

Job Description Title: Associate Environmental SpecialistEmployment Type: Temporary (6 Months)Compensation Range: $55 – $59 per hourLocation: La Verne, CaliforniaWork Schedule: 9/80 Hybrid Schedule | 7:00 AM – 4:45 PM | Every Other Friday OffIndustry: Public UtilityCompany OverviewThis organization is a large regional public-sector organization serving Southern California. The agency operates major water treatment and distribution facilities and maintains a strong regulatory compliance and environmental stewardship framework across its operations.Position SummaryThe Associate Environmental Specialist supports environmental compliance, safety, and technical training initiatives in a high-volume, team-oriented water treatment plant environment. The role focuses onwastewater permitting compliance, laboratory data analysis, environmental inspections, incident investigations, and technical documentation.Key ResponsibilitiesCoordinate and/or perform wastewater sampling, packaging, chain of custody documentation, and shipment in accordance with permit requirementsReview analytical laboratory data, prepare reports, and assess compliance with wastewater permit conditionsCoordinate and/or perform resampling activities as neededConduct inspections to ensure compliance with environmental program requirementsParticipate in audit and assessment teams and assist with corrective action developmentDocument and investigate environmental incidentsResearch, analyze, and prepare documentation supporting environmental compliance and impact reduction initiativesPrepare technical reports and conduct presentations as requiredCoordinate internal review of external regulatory or technical documents and compile feedbackDevelop checklists, protocols, procedures, and manualsPerform related environmental specialist duties as assignedRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and four years of relevant experienceOR two years in an Assistant Environmental Specialist II classification within a comparable public utility environmentOR Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and two years of relevant experienceKnowledge of environmental science theories, practices, and investigative techniquesKnowledge of federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulationsKnowledge of analytical protocols and scientific terminology used in water and hazardous material testingKnowledge of laboratory data analysis and interpretation related to environmental investigationsKnowledge of water treatment and distribution processes and operationsProficiency in spreadsheets, databases, presentation software, and project management toolsStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to prioritize, multitask, and work effectively under pressureDefensive Driver CertificationPreferred QualificationsExperience in environmental planning at the state, regional, or local government levelExperience participating in environmental compliance auditsExperience supporting safety and technical training programs