Regulatory Relations Specialist jobs in San Bernardino, CA

Priority Review Date is Monday, February 12, 2024

San Bernardino County's Special Districts Water and Sanitation Division is recruiting for  a Regulatory Compliance Specialist to join our team and perform a variety of complex responsibilities related to the division's Regulatory Compliance Program. This position is responsible for overseeing the technical analyses and documentation of permitting and water quality requirements associated with environmental quality matters, as well as safety training and evaluation, control of hazards, and emergency planning and response in relation to community water utilities. This position is located in San Bernardino.

For more detailed information, refer to the Regulatory Compliance Specialist job description.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Certification: A California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Water Distribution Operator Grade D-2 and CDPH Water Treatment Operator Grade T-1 must be obtained within 18 months of employment or may be terminated.

Travel: Travel throughout the County is required. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation and may be required to use personal vehicles (mileage reimbursement is available). At the time of hire, a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced for the individual providing the transportation.

Candidate must meet ONE of the following options:

Option 1: Four (4) years of experience in a regulatory compliance, permit acquisition, occupational health or safety, industrial hygiene, or environmental engineering program. Qualifying experience must include reviewing, preparing, and evaluating regulatory permits, and analyzing compliance with regulatory programs.

Option 2: Four (4) years of experience in a water or wastewater program with responsibility for overseeing the operations and maintenance of water distribution or wastewater collection systems and compliance with related regulations.

Substitution: Possession of an Associate's Degree, or possession of 30 units of related coursework and possession of D2 & T1 certifications, may substitute for up to 2 years of qualifying experience as listed above. Ensure education is clearly identified if using this substitution.
 
NOTE: Ensure your work history clearly details qualifying responsibilities, including waste/water permits acquisition; analysis and recommendations for waste/water compliance; researching, interpreting, and applying Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, and codes related to the operation of waste/water facilities; development of air, land, and water quality objectives; and use of safety methods and procedures.
 

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Experience analyzing compliance with regulatory programs related to water, wastewater and/or air quality
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies, Science,  Math, or a closely related field
• California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Water Distribution Operator Grade D-2 certificate
• CDPH Water Treatment Operator Grade T-2 certificate
• State Water Resources Control Board Wastewater Treatment Plan Operator License Grade 2 certificate
• Lead worker or supervisory experience

EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.  

ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

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