Source Control Specialist

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Clackamas County Employees Work To Serve The Public And Enrich Our Community. In That Spirit, We Pledge To Hold Ourselves To These Standards At All Times In Our Interactions With Customers And One Another

• Service
• Professionalism
• Integrity
• Respect
• Individual accountability
• Trust
  
  

By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We’re always looking to improve. That’s the Clackamas County SPIRIT .

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Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply.

CLOSE DATE

This Job Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) on Monday, February 10, 2025.

Pay And Benefits

Annual Pay Range: $68,529.36 - $87,693.49

Hourly Pay Range: $32.946807 - $42.160333

Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position.

Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees.

We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering, health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle.

Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee’s date of hire.

Attractive benefits package and incentives for employees in regular status positions are detailed below.

Generous Paid Time Off Package, Including

• 12 hours of vacation accrual per month
• Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals in compliance with EPP 66 - Vacation Leave ! This means you have access to vacation time at time of hire.
• 8 hours of sick accrual per month
• 10 paid holidays and 1 personal days per year
  

Other Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP):
• Employer-paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee’s share of the retirement contribution.)
• OPSRP members get vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65
• A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• A Choice of Dental Plans
• Robust EAP and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes
• Longevity pay
• Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
• A variety of additional optional benefits (see links below for additional information)
  

This is a Full Time County position represented by AFSCME.

AFSCME: Water Environment Services (WES) Full Time Benefits

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JOB DETAILS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Clackamas Water Environment Services (WES) is searching for two Source Control Specialists to join our team of skilled water professionals. The Source Control Specialist is a part of a work team, ensuring industries within the Clackamas WES service districts comply with Federal, State, and Local regulations governing the discharge of industrial wastewater. In this position, primary responsibilities will include reviewing and issuing industrial wastewater permits, reviewing pretreatment activities with industrial users, and assisting in managing WES's septage and biosolids program. Additionally, the Source Control Specialist will perform monitoring and sampling of industrial discharges, biosolids, septage, and storm and surface water. Responsibilities will also include response to spills and illicit discharges to perform investigations for watershed protection.

This recruitment is a unique opportunity as we have two vacancies: one (1) focused on WES' Industrial Pretreatment Program implementation; and one (1) focused on WES' Biosolids Program implementation.

Building a resilient clean water future where all people benefit and rivers thrive is our job. We do this by providing wastewater services, stormwater management, and environmental education. Our agency is committed to building a highly skilled collaborative team that values protecting public health, environmental stewardship, responsive customer service and teamwork. We’re on the search for experienced individuals who place a high value on the one water we all share.

Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• A minimum of one (1) year of related experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills to perform the responsibilities of this position
• Experience with industrial wastewater permits and pretreatment activities with industrial users, as well as monitoring and sampling of industrial discharges, septage, and storm and surface water
• Experience applying the principles and practices of wastewater or surface water collection and treatment, sampling techniques, laboratory testing, and/or data management and analysis
• Experience organizing and managing data and records
• Experience interacting with a variety of stakeholders, such as officials, industrial users, the public, consultants
• Ability to prepare clear, concise written reports and correspondence
• Ability to apply fundamentals of algebra and geometry to make mathematical calculations (i.e. development of statistical summaries, calculation of flows and loads in surface water and/or wastewater)
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and blueprints
  
  

Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• Experience with State/Federal pretreatment regulations and local agency pretreatment policies and procedures
• Experience or relevant education in chemistry or hazardous materials management
• Experience using databases or software for managing analytical data and pretreatment activities
• Experience enforcing permit conditions or regulations
• Experience developing sampling or research plans to answer specific questions
  
  

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Must pass a post-offer physical assessment; accommodation requests will be reviewed on an individual bases in compliance with State and Federal legislation.
• Driving is required for County business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the County's driving policy .
  
  

Post-Employment Requirements

• Must obtain Oregon Confined Space Entry certification is required within three months of hire
• For Veterans qualified for Veteran’s Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.
  
  

TYPICAL TASKS

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Participates in the work activities of industrial pretreatment and resource recovery programs. Schedules and coordinates industrial pretreatment and surface water monitoring, biosolids, and soil sampling. Occasionally maintains and calibrates flow meters and samplers associated with pretreatment and biosolids sampling. Maintains sampling records in conformance with the chain of custody procedures.
• Reviews industrial self-monitoring reports. Maintains and reviews the industrial pretreatment sample log. Maintains records regarding compliance reports and monitoring status. Ensures that lab results are received promptly. Reviews laboratory reports and industrial pretreatment data. Calculates surcharges for sewer bills. Identifies industries in non-compliance with permit standards, as well as local, state, and federal regulations. Prepares enforcement documents and conduct enforcement actions under the direction of the Environmental Services Supervisor and legal counsel.
• Develops sampling procedures for storm and surface water. Assists in calibrating automatic samplers for surface water sampling and collecting grab surface water samples. Assists in conducting tests for pH, dissolved oxygen, and conductivity. Maintains records conforming to the chain of custody procedures.
• Reviews septage hauler requests for a discharge permit. Review completed permit applications, and develops, modifies, updates, and renews septage discharge permits. Reviews and issues new permits. Maintains permit records using computer software. Performs septage waste monitoring. Conducts pH tests on septage.
• Schedules coordinates, and performs the inspections of industrial facilities. Meets with industrial representatives and technical specialists regarding specific facility compliance problems, permit requirements, and pretreatment issues. Assures that pretreatment participants follow established sampling protocol and may serve as a technical resource for new and existing industries regarding pretreatment.
• Collects geospatial data, biosolids, and soil samples to determine compliance with 40 CFR 503 and assists with calculating agronomic rates for land application. Files data on fields sampled and prepares soil samples for shipment for analysis. Inspects completed biosolids applications for proper method and quantity; ensures appropriate establishment of buffer areas. Maintains field files and hauling documentation for Biosolids Annual Report.
• Assists in the preparation of reports on pretreatment activities for Water Environment Services management, State of Oregon DEQ, other regulatory agencies, and cities with whom the County has inter-jurisdictional contracts. May participate in audits conducted by regulatory agencies. Assists in preparing responses to pretreatment audits and inspections from regulatory agencies. Gather and evaluate data for assigned projects. May assist in development of rule changes, enforcement procedures, and permit policies and completion of annual reports.
• Maintains effective public relations with landowners, neighbors, and the public. Explains biosolids application process. Responds to complaints.
• Investigate sources of unusual discharges in plant and collection systems. Analyze and determine the type of pollutant. Recommend appropriate action and assistance in both civil and criminal enforcement processes.
  
  

WORKING CONDITIONS

Duties require physical labor, including walking, reaching, squatting, kneeling, bending, balancing, climbing, shoveling, fine motor control, and ability to lift up to 50 pounds, carry, and push/pull up to 70 pounds. Duties also involve exposure to bacteria, viruses and toxins in wastewater, chemicals, exhaust fumes and dust, loud noises, and vibration. Some duties involve exposure to adverse weather conditions and hazardous locations, such as streets, live sewers, confined underground areas and on elevated platforms.

WORK SCHEDULE

This position works 40 hours during a standard workweek of Monday through Friday:

• Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended.
• This position is eligible for hybrid on-site/telework subject to the Clackamas County Teleworking Policy and based on the Department’s business needs. The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington. Washington residents must perform 50% of their time on-site at Clackamas County.
  
  

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Clackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States. Located on the southern edge of the City of Portland and extending to the top of Mt. Hood, Clackamas County is part of a thriving region in the Northwest. It has a population of about 420,000 residents.

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About The Department

Clackamas Water Environment Services produces clean water and protects water quality for more than 190,000 people living and working in Clackamas County. We operate and maintain five resource recovery facilities, 23 pumping stations and hundreds of miles of pipes.

Each year, we clean more than seven billion gallons of water which we recover and turn into natural energy and fertilizer. We also help reduce pollution in local rivers, streams, and wetlands caused by surface and stormwater runoff, the number one source of water pollution in Oregon.

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APPLICATION PROCESS

Clackamas County only accepts online applications.

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Application Process

Help with the Application

If you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or e-mail us . Our office hours are Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays).

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNIT Y

Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process.

RECRUITING QUESTIONS?

Kelly Schaefer, Recruiter

KSchaefer@clackamas.us