Environmental Compliance Specialist (Environmental Specialist) - Public Works

JOB Are you passionate about protecting the environment and ensuring compliance with crucial regulations? Do you have a knack for navigating complex environmental challenges and love working with data? Marion County is looking for an innovative and driven Environmental Compliance Specialist to join our team.This role offers the perfect blend of fieldwork, data analysis, collaboration, and community engagement, all while making a significant impact on the health and sustainability of our environment and community.GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Coordinates environmental programs and efforts in Marion County's project development process and operations/maintenance activities. Supports the county's objectives and mission, employees in this class coordinate the planning and manage the development of a group of projects requiring discretion; or are staff experts responsible for one or more specialized environmental programs. SUPERVISION RECEIVED Works independently under the general supervision of a supervisor or manager using department and program-related statutes, regulations and other guidelines and interpretations. Employees in this class consult with a supervisor as necessary to obtain clarification of expected results, to report progress toward completion of assignments, and to confirm interpretation of regulations and policies, or occasionally seek guidance in complicated or less defined areas. SUPERVISION EXERCISED Supervision of others is not a responsibility of this position, however, may be assigned lead responsibility over temporary and/or summer employees. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Lead Environmental Compliance Efforts: You’ll be the go-to expert for coordinating and overseeing the Public Works Operations Best Management Practices (BMP) Program, NPDES MS4 Phase II permit, TMDL plans, and other essential permits and regulations. Your role involves tracking compliance, gathering and analyzing data, crafting policies and procedures, and preparing the necessary ordinances, county codes, and reports. You’ll collaborate with internal teams and external partners to continuously enhance practices related to environmental compliance, covering everything from facility operations to stormwater system maintenance. You’ll also play a key role in raising awareness and providing training on these programs to employees and stakeholders.Data Collection and Communication: Utilize tools like ArcGIS and other software applications to meet permit requirements and support environmental asset management. Develop basic field applications, track stormwater system infrastructure, analyze data, and train staff in field data collection and usage. Represent Marion County in Environmental Matters: Represent Marion County in consultations with federal, state, and local agencies, private consultants, and the public. You’ll negotiate permit conditions, mitigation measures, and project changes with officials, providing technical expertise to resolve complex environmental issues. Your work will ensure that our projects comply with regulations, including obtaining the necessary permits for various environmental and natural resource concerns.Drive Environmental Research and Reporting: Conduct and report on studies related to environmental or natural resource issues. Evaluate data from pollution sources, assess regulatory compliance, and analyze trends. Design and conduct environmental research, establishing methodologies that will evaluate the impacts of projects or programs on the environment. Your findings will help shape the future of Marion County’s environmental initiatives.Engage and Educate the Community: Prepare and distribute educational and promotional outreach materials on relevant environmental and natural resource topics. Engage with community groups, respond to water quality concerns, and potentially present to the County Commissioner and other political bodies. Your efforts will help foster a well-informed and engaged community, promoting environmental stewardship.May participate in basic incident command training and drills to maintain proficiency in supporting Emergency Operations Center activities. Emergency Management duties may require working long hours outside normal business hours, weekend/holiday work, and may occur with little or no advance notice and may report to alternative report to work locations.Other duties as assigned by your supervisor.