Under the general direction of the Director of DEES, provides administrative, supervisory position reports to the Engineering Division of the City's Department of Engineering & Environmental Services (DEES) Department. Employees in this classification oversee all activities surrounding compliance with all Federal, State, and Local agency rules and regulations, related to the water, wastewater, air, laboratory testing and storm water. Prepares and maintains related, permits, records and reports. Performs related work as required.
 Plans and directs the activities of laboratory testing ensuring compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and standards of quality and safety.
 
Interprets federal, state, county and local regulations; develops and executes programs for regulatory compliance.
 
Oversees compliance with all water/wastewater and storm water permits (including some permit renewals).
Calculates, documents, tracks and reports department metrics. Calculates data evaluation and analysis for management reports.
 
Monitors required records, logbooks, and files.
Reviews and recommends Ordinance amendments as necessary; prepares reports and documents for legal review; makes presentations to groups as needed.
Assists with the preparation of the annual budget for water, wastewater and storm water divisions, for review by Director or his/her designee.
 
Explains and interprets regulations to owners and occupants of commercial establishments.
 
Compiles and analyzes both internal and external information to prepare compliance audit data; conducts compliance audits and operational performance assessments for water, wastewater and storm water; tracks and audits compliance data and records.
 
Should be familiar with the National Environmental Laboratory Conference (NELAC) laboratory certification and sampling regulations, Standard methods, Chain of Custody.
 
Coordinates work with Regulatory agencies, such as, Environmental Protection Agency, Health Department, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, South Florida Water Management District, and Broward County and all other pertinent affiliates.
 
Performs annual and quarterly related inspections, as needed, for compliance.
 
Maintains related licenses, such as Hazardous Material Management Facility licenses, for compliance.
 
Prepares technical reports and adheres to the scheduled deadlines; submits to Director or his/her designee.
 
Updates computerized data management system utilizing office automation systems, including issuance of permits and letters of violation.
 
Receives reviews, prepares and/or submits various records and reports.
 
Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, co-workers, other division/department supervisors and employees, and the general public.
 
The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
 Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, environmental sciences, engineering or related field and three (3) years of experience in utility or regulatory compliance work, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Experience in analytical or quality control laboratory work desired.
 
Special Requirement
Valid State of Florida Driver's License

Supplemental Questions
Please be sure to answer all supplemental questions thoroughly and completely. Please note that if you do not answer all the questions in its entirety, your application may not be further considered in the hiring process. If you have any difficulty understanding or completing the supplemental questions, please feel free to contact the Human Resources Department at 954-730-3090.

Please be advised: Proof of education level is required (copy of High School Diploma/GED or College Degree/transcript needs to be uploaded in PDF format to application). Any required licenses and or certifications for the position you are applying for must be submitted as well. If required documentation is not provided, the application will be incomplete and will not continue in the hiring process.
The City of Lauderhill, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S. C. 12101 et. seq.), the City of Lauderhill will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
 
Veteran's Preference
Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and that certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in the employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.

You may waive a postsecondary educational requirement for a position of employment (except if the position is exempt under the statute e.g., temporary employees, members of boards and commissions, positions that require an employee to be a member of the Florida Bar), for a current member of any reserve component of the United States Armed Forces or the Florida National Guard or a veteran who has been honorably discharged if the person is otherwise qualified for the position.
 
Applicant Screening
Due to the volume of applications the City receives, every applicant meeting the minimum qualifications cannot be guaranteed an interview. Applicants are selected for an interview based on education and work experience most closely matching the requirements of the position and may undergo additional selection and screening processes which may include an evaluation of training and experience, and written, oral and performance-based testing.

Drug and alcohol testing is conducted based upon City policy, Federal, State and Local requirements. The City of Lauderhill is an E-Verify employer. While the following tasks are necessary for the work of the organization, they are not an essential part of the purpose of this position and may also be performed by other unit members.
 
Performs general office work as required, including but not limited to entering computer data, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, etc.
 
Operates various office equipment including a computer, calculator and telephone; operates field and laboratory equipment,
 
Performs related work as required.