Associate Waste Management Specialist

Associate Waste Management Specialist

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Associate Waste Management Specialist

Salary

97,363.44 - $118,347.84 Annually

Location

Sacramento, CA

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

28561-A

Department

Waste Management & Recycling

Opening Date

12 / 30 / 2024

Closing Date

2 / 10 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Pacific

Description

Benefits

Questions

The Position

This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5 : 00 pm on :

1 / 13 / 25, 1 / 27 / 25, 2 / 10 / 25 (final)

The Associate Waste Management Specialist working under supervision, is the full advanced journey level class in the series. Incumbents independently perform the full range of responsible, varied and complex work as described for the Assistant Waste Management Specialist at (Level II). In addition, incumbents perform evaluations of non-hazardous and / or hazardous waste and hazardous materials programs and facility operational effectiveness, chemical contamination of sites, and compliance with permit conditions and other regulations. Incumbents at this level are expected to exercise considerable independence and sound judgment in the performance of their duties. They may provide leadworker and technical direction to Waste Management Specialists or other assigned staff, or may be given special staff assignments in the development and implementation of new programs.

Examples of Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of

Federal, state and local laws and regulations governing solid and / or liquid non-hazardous and / or hazardous waste and materials management waste planning, resource recovery, and education, safety, and program and / or facility development and operations.

Industry and community waste management practices.

Methods and procedures used in inspecting, identifying and correcting hazardous conditions associated with hazardous materials.

Industrial hygiene practices.

Principles and practices in emergency preparedness.

Chemical testing for identification of hazardous materials.

Principles of chemistry, biology and toxicology applicable to hazardous materials.

Effects of hazardous materials and their interaction on human health and the environment.

Hazardous waste generations, transportation and disposal practices.

Field and laboratory chemical analysis techniques for the identification and management of hazardous and acutely hazardous materials and wastes.

Toxicology, risk assessment and risk management principles.

Environmental health and sanitation principles and regulations.

Current principles and practices in the fields of engineering, environmental science, chemistry, toxicology, and public health as they relate to hazardous materials and waste management.

Resource recovery techniques.

Leadworker principles and practices, program development, and training techniques

Ability to

Use personal protective clothing and equipment to protect against exposure to hazardous materials.

Analyze self-inspection and investigation findings and prepare clear, concise reports and recommendations.

Conduct limited field waste analysis chemical testing.

Read, speak and write English at a level necessary for satisfactory job performance.

Establish and maintain effective communication with members of the public under difficult circumstances.

Plan and serve as leadworker over others.

Provide project management.

Instruct others, individually and in groups.

Analyze inspection and investigation findings and prepare clear, concise reports and recommendations

Assist in developing or implementing new programs.

Establish and maintain effective relationships with staff, other governmental agencies, business, industry, community groups and the general public.

Rapidly analyze information and make quick and accurate decisions in emergency situations

Access and interpret information from computer databases

Select and effectively use proper personal protective clothing and other equipment to prevent overexposure to hazardous substances.

Employment Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Either : 1. One year of full-time experience in the class of Assistant Waste Management Specialist at (Level II) in Sacramento County service.

Or : 2. A Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited four-year college or university in engineering, planning, chemistry, biology, industrial hygiene, environmental science, or a closely related field.

Two years of full-time experience in liquid and / or solid non-hazardous or hazardous waste; non-hazardous or hazardous materials programs and / or waste facilities.

Note : Full-time experience in one of the areas outline above may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.

Note : If the word “experience” is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements.

Note : If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate / license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here () or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice.

General Qualifications

License Requirement : Possession of a valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, is required prior to appointment. Failure to maintain a valid California Driver License, Class C or higher may constitute cause for termination from the class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Physical Requirements :

Ability to ascend and descend ladders and stairs at considerable heights.

Stoop and bend in confined spaces.

See to read gauges and meters in dimly lighted areas.

Move safely in unlighted areas or over uneven terrain at night.

Wear protective clothing and breathing apparatus.

Ability to lift a 40 pound object to shoulder level.

Work Schedule and Conditions : Incumbents are subject to emergency and on-call work in all kinds of weather, and under hazardous conditions, at other than normal duty hours.

Special Certificate or Course Requirements : Completion of the HAZWOPER 40 hour training course and / or the 8-hour annual refresher course within the past 12 months is desirable but not required prior to appointment.

Probationary Period

The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months.

Application and Testing Information

APPLICATION

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5 : 00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here () to apply.

County of Sacramento

Department of Personnel Services

Employment Services Division

700 H Street, Room 4667

Sacramento, CA 95814

Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service

Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net

Inter-Office Mail Code : 09-4667

www.SacCountyJobs.net

Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5 : 00 p.m. on the cut-off date.

Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5 : 00 p.m. on the cut-off date.

Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date.

Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified.

A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response.

Note : Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.

Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5 : 00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5 : 00 p.m. on the cut-off date.

The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification.

Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question.

If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely.

Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question.

If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.

For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted.

If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and / or attachments will not be reviewed, therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete.

FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%)

All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination.

This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible / employment list for this job.

All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Click here () for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

For information regarding County jobs :

• www.saccountyjobs.net

Sacramento County is about enriching communities to thrive. We strive to create inclusive workplaces that reflect the communities we serve. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives, backgrounds, abilities, and diverse dimensions of our employees and residents. Through transparency, courage, innovation, and trust we are committed to advance equity and transformational change.

We are a proud equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any phase of the hiring process, please contact our Disability Compliance Office at dco@saccounty.gov or 916-874-7642, CA Relay 711.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include : health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and / or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP).

GENERAL BENEFITS :

Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net.

TEMPORARY POSITIONS :

Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions.

SALARY STEP INCREASES :

The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained.

PAY :

All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty.

VACATION :

Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days.

HOLIDAYS :

14.5 holidays per year as recognized.

SICK LEAVE :

Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit.

PARENTAL LEAVE :

Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT :

Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition / registration fees and required books / supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement.

RETIREMENT :

Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage.

HEALTH INSURANCE :

The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs.

DENTAL INSURANCE :

The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person.

LIFE INSURANCE :

The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION :

The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM :

The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as :

Legal Advice / Difficult Decisions

Marriage or Family Relationships

Financial or Credit Worries / Elder Care

Alcohol and Drug Abuse

WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM :

The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT :

The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses.

Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and / or spouse to continue working.

The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan.

WORKERS' COMPENSATION :

In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California.

SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION :

The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction.

SELECTION AND PLACEMENT

Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age.

Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification.

Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements.

PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS :

If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications.

OPEN EXAMINATIONS :

Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply.

CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS :

Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received.

ELIGIBLE LISTS :

Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists.

EXAMINATION RATINGS :

Unless otherwise stated on the announcement : To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director.

APPEAL PROCESS :

Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination.

Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone : (916) 874-5586. Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate.

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs) :

OTHER INFORMATION

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE :

Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes.

Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his / her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his / her military service.

Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty.

CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT :

As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE :

Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest.

CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT :

No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position.

SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION) :

Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that :

Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and

The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING :

The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant.

DRIVER LICENSE :

Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD :

Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months.

AGENCY SHOP / FAIR SHARE FEE :

Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either :

Become a union member;

Pay a fair share fee to the union; or,

Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity.

FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS :

Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions.

The following Supplemental Questionnaire is the Civil Service Exam for this position and will be used to determine your exam score.

Note : The Supplemental Questionnaire and the Application are administered as two separate documents. The Application is used only to determine if the minimum qualifications are met; and the Supplemental Questionnaire will be used only to determine your exam score.

In order to receive every consideration in the selection process, you must complete all questions with concise but detailed answers and provide all requested information. Each answer will be scored separately. References such as 'See Resume' as a response will not be scored.

By continuing in the exam process, you are certifying that all information provided in the Supplemental Questionnaire is true to the best of your knowledge.

Select the one box that best describes how you qualify for the position of Associate Waste Management Specialist with the County of Sacramento.

One year of full-time experience in the class of Assistant Waste Management Specialist at (Level II) in Sacramento County service.

A bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited four-year college or university in engineering, planning, chemistry, biology, industrial hygiene, environmental science, or a closely related field AND Two years of full-time experience in liquid and / or solid non-hazardous or hazardous waste; non-hazardous or hazardous materials programs and / or waste facilities.

Two years of full-time experience in liquid and / or solid non-hazardous or hazardous waste; non-hazardous or hazardous materials programs and / or waste facilities AND I am using an additional four (4) years of qualifying experience to substitute for the required education.

I do not meet the Minimum Qualifications for this position.

Provided you are reachable on the eligible list, your responses to this Supplemental Questionnaire may be reviewed by potential employers as the initial step of the interview process. Upon interview, you may also be required to substantiate the responses you have provided.

Select the one box that best describes your highest level of completed education from an accredited college or university.

None.

Associates degree (or equivalent units) in an unrelated field.

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in an unrelated field.

Associates degree (or equivalent units) in engineering, planning, chemistry, biology, industrial hygiene, environmental science, or a closely related field.

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in engineering, planning, chemistry, biology, industrial hygiene, environmental science, or a closely related field.

If you qualify for this position using your education, you must have met the requirement by the filing date listed on the announcement. Copies of transcripts or your diploma must be attached or emailed to our office, or you may be disqualified.

If you have questions, please contact an Employment Services representative.

Click here for information regarding education requirements.

I have attached the documentation to my application.

I will submit my documents by the final filing date via email.

I am not qualifying for this position using my education.

Select all the boxes that best describe the applicable training that you have completed.

None.

Possess a valid 40-hour HAZWOPER training certificate.

Possess a valid 24-hour HAZWOPER training certificate.

Completed the 8-hour HAZWOPER refresher course within the past 12 months.

Hazard Communication Training.

Select the one box that best describes your paid experience in liquid and / or solid non-hazardous waste; non-hazardous materials programs and / or non-hazardous waste facilities.

None.

Some but less than one (1) year of experience.

One (1) year but less than three (3) years of experience.

Three (3) years but less than five (5) years of experience.

Five (5) years but less than seven (7) years of experience.

Seven (7) years or more of experience.

Select the one box that best describes your paid experience in liquid and / or solid hazardous waste; hazardous waste materials programs and / or hazardous waste facilities.

None.

Some but less than one (1) year of experience.

One (1) year but less than three (3) years of experience.

Three (3) years but less than five (5) years of experience.

Five (5) years but less than seven (7) years of experience.

Seven (7) years or more of experience.

Select the one box that best describes your experience and level of responsibility in planning, developing, and / or implementing hazardous or non-hazardous waste monitoring / screening programs.

None.

Assist with planning, developing, or implementing household hazardous / non-hazardous waste facility operation monitoring / screening programs.

Primarily responsible for implementing household hazardous / non-hazardous waste facility operation monitoring / screening programs but may have assisted in the planning and / or developing stages of the process.

Select all the boxes that best describe the types of operations where you obtained your experience with non-hazardous / hazardous waste, waste material programs, or waste facilities.

None.

Waste Transportation Company.

Waste Collection Facility.

Waste Disposal / Treatment Facility.

Other.

Select all the boxes that best describe your experience regularly performing different operational tasks related to non-hazardous / hazardous waste, waste materials programs, or waste facilities.

None.

Identifying and ensuring proper handling of hazardous materials.

Inspecting facilities for compliance with applicable safety regulations.

Enforcing compliance with laws and regulations.

Investigating unlawful disposal of hazardous materials.

Inspecting, categorizing, and controlling hazardous materials.

Making recommendations to management regarding compliance and / or enforcement actions.

Performing laboratory and / or field tests (e.g. testing pH of unknown liquid).

Working with corrosives, toxics or flammable liquids.

Reading, interpreting, and applying chemical and physical testing protocols employed by a hazardous waste testing laboratory.

Operating light vehicles and / or forklifts.

Specifying, ordering, and managing chemicals and reagents utilized by a household hazardous waste chemical testing laboratory.

Preparing hazardous waste for shipment including selecting appropriate packaging and preparing manifests and other legal documents as required.

Inspecting, enforcing, and reviewing of hazardous materials emergency preparedness plans, safety, and training elements.

Select all of the boxes that best describe your regular and recurring leadworker duties associated with staff involved with liquid and / or solid non-hazardous and / or hazardous waste and materials programs.

None.

Plan, coordinate, distribute, and assign work to staff.

Monitor work for progress and quality and ensuring work is completed in a timely and efficient manner.

Review work for completeness and accuracy.

Provide training to staff in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Assist, instruct, and provide feedback to staff in the performance of their duties.

Participate in the interview and selection of employees.

Provide technical direction and problem solving in response to staff work questions and problems.

Recommend improvements and modifications to work processes and adapting work procedures to meet changing needs.

Resolve informal employee complaints.

Evaluate non-hazardous and / or hazardous waste and hazardous materials programs and facility operational effectiveness, chemical contamination of sites, and compliance with permit conditions and other regulations.

Act as coordinator, technical resources specialist and / or program monitor in assigned programs.

Conducts independent research as assigned to identify new technologies applicable to program needs.

Performs field service and / or implementation activities when a degree of experience or knowledge above the journey level or greater expenditure of time than normal is required to provide more technical advice or expertise concerning certain waste systems.

Conducts environmental self-compliance surveys and field investigations, makes findings and recommendations for corrective actions necessary to assure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Select all the boxes that best describe your customer service experience.

None.

Respond to public complaints, inquiries and requests for services or information by telephone, in person and / or in writing.

Explaining laws, rules, and / or regulations while providing customer service to the public.

Gathering and / or maintaining customer information.

Educating members of the public regarding their hazardous and non-hazardous waste disposal responsibilities.

Providing assistance and / or training to other public works staff regarding solid waste, hazardous waste, and resource recovery.

Assisting with coordinating the response for hazardous material incidents pending arrival of higher level management.

Serve as liaison with other County, City, State and / or Federal agencies.

Select all the boxes that describe the computerized systems you are proficient in using in order to execute your duties. Upon interview, you may be required to demonstrate your proficiency using the software you selected.

None.

Microsoft Outlook.

Microsoft PowerPoint.

Microsoft Word.

Data Management Software (e.g. HAZTRACKER).

Virtual communication software (e.g., Skype, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, etc.)

Microsoft Excel.

Other applicable or proprietary software.

Describe your experience that qualifies you for the position of Associate Waste Management Specialist. For all the selections made in response to the previous questions, list the following :

Select the one box that describes your current valid California Driver License.

None.

I have the ability to immediately obtain a California Class C Driver License.

I possess a California Class C Driver License or higher.

I do not possess nor have the ability to obtain a California Class C Driver License.

Working Conditions : I understand that the duties of this position may require incumbents to :

Employees in this class are subject to working weekends, holidays, overtime, and other non-routine hours at multiple locations. Additionally, employees in this class are subject to emergency and on-call work in all kinds of weather, and under hazardous conditions, at other than normal duty hours.

I have read the License Requirement, Physical Requirements, and Work Schedule and Conditions as stated on the job announcement.

The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment must pass a drug test administered by the County and at no cost to the applicant.

I understand, if offered conditional employment, I will be subject to a drug test administered by the County as described in Sacramento County Personnel Ordinance Section 2.78.030.

Yes.

Select the one box that best describes whether you have attended a career fair and / or job event where you have interacted with representatives from Sacramento County.

Attended in the last one (1) – three (3) months.

Attended in the last four (4) – six (6) months.

Attended in the last seven (7) months – one (1) year.

Attended an event more than one (1) year ago.

Have attended a career fair and / or job event but did not interact with Sacramento County representatives.

Have not attended a career fair and / or job event.

List the following for the career fair and / or job event you attended :

If you have not attended an event where you interacted with representatives from Sacramento County, please type “None”.

Required Question

Agency

County of Sacramento

Address

700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, California, 95814

Phone

916) 874-5593

Website

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Salary : $97,363 - $118,348