What are the responsibilities and job description for the Compliance Coordinator - Solid Waste position at Harris County?
Harris County Pollution Control Services Department (HCPCS) Mission
The mission of Harris County Pollution Control Services Department (HCPCS) is to protect the citizens of Harris County from environmental impacts through firm, consistent enforcement of state and federal regulations. The ultimate goal of PCS is clean air, water, and proper management of waste. The activities PCS are directed toward ensuring clean air and water for the citizens of Harris County, consistent with the protection of public health, enjoyment of property and the protection of plant, animal, and marine life.
What you will do for Harris County Pollution Control
Under the supervision of the Compliance Services Supervisor, the Compliance Coordinator-Solid Waste organizes and directs compliance related activities with regard to solid waste with the goal of protecting public health and the environment by bringing non-compliant individuals into compliance through cooperation,education and training, or court action as necessary.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Review investigation reports and issue violation notices regarding solid waste
- Determine whether violations have been resolved and/or will require re-inspection
- Evaluate unresolved violations for possible civil prosecution
- Conduct timely follow-up with violators and complainants
- Coordinate re-inspections with Field Services section
- Providing technical assistance before and during trial or mediations
- Assists the Administrative Secretary in mailing out Enforcement letters
- Reviewing all draft court documents, Original Petitions, Temporary and Permanent Injunctions
- Participating in negotiation of settlements
- Coordinate enforcement activities with local, state and federal agencies
- Review all departmental inspection checklists, forms and procedures for solid waste inspections
- Assist in the development of forms and notices to be used in Field Services section
- Assist in the response to open records requests
- Ensure that confidential litigation information is not released to the public
- Provide records to governmental agencies where appropriate and upon request
- Maintain electronic documentation system
- Maintain statistics on enforcement activities
- Review and authorize standard operating procedures for solid waste inspections for the department
- Draft and process Violation Notices notices for solid waste enforcement actions
- Provide expertise to support solid waste related training
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Ecology, Environmental Science, or a directly related field from an accredited college or university
Experience:
Minimum of 2 years experience in conducting field surveillance related to pollution investigation
- Valid Driver’s License (TX upon hire)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to use Microsoft Office programs including Word, Access, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Working knowledge of the CRM or similar complaint tracking system preferred
- Working knowledge of SharePoint or similar document system preferred
- Working knowledge of state and federal pollution control regulations
- Knowledge of civil court procedures
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Good organizational skills
- Good negotiation skills
- Good critical thinking skills
- Math skills
- Ability to formulate policies and procedures
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
Full time | Monday - Friday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
- Hours may vary based on the business needs of the department.
This position may require employee to be deployed to alternative county locations during emergency events.
Reporting Relationships:
- Reports to Position: Compliance Services Supervisor
- Supervised Positions: None
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
- Office and field work, including industrial facilities.
- Routine use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and filing cabinets
- This is largely a desk-bound role
- Wear protective clothing as appropriate
- Ability to lift files up to 10 pounds
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Salary : $25
