Pollution Control Analyst I

Salary

$52, $60,127.00 Annually

Location

Fullerton, MD

Job Type

MERIT

Job Number

Department

PUBLIC WORKS: UTILITIES

Opening Date

10/08/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS

QUESTIONS

Pay Schedule I, Grade 27, Regular Schedule: 40 hours per week

A vacancy exists in the Department of Public Works and Transportation, Bureau of Utilities, Division of Engineering and Regulation.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You must attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. You can attach your transcript(s) or license to your application. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of Duties

Under close supervision, performs inspections, investigations, measurements, sampling, and testing, in the field or laboratory of solid waste, leachate, landfill gas, and industrial wastes discharged into sewers and assists in effecting compliance with Federal, State, and County pollution control regulations.

Essential Job Duties

• Performs field inspections and investigations of industrial waste, solid waste, leachate, landfill gas, and materials discharged into sewers.
• Installs and maintains wastewater and pollution control sampling devices.
• Performs computations and/or measurements of the quantity of pollutants and wastewater discharged into sewers by an industry.
• Reviews plans for pretreatment/treatment technologies, and facilities to be installed by industries.
• Compiles field and laboratory data as required.
• Performs routine laboratory analysis.
• Researches and maintains knowledge of best management practices.
• Assists in the preparation of reports.

Example of Other Duties

• Directs subordinate personnel.
• Performs other related duties as required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants with laboratory experience analyzing wastewater samples or work experience with ensuring compliance industrial wastewater pretreatment regulations.

NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in engineering, a biological or physical science, or an applied science associated with pollution control.

(Experience in wastewater pollution control field work, wastewater or analytical chemical laboratory work, wastewater treatment plant operation work, hydraulic analysis of water or sewer piping systems' work may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required education.)

Licenses and Certificates

Current licensure as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist in the State of Maryland or possession of a Certificate of Eligibility for such license is required at the time of appointment.

Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education

Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency

Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. ).

Mail or deliver documents to

ATTN: Pollution Control Analyst I

Office of Human Resources

Baltimore County Government

308 Allegheny Ave.

Towson, MD 21204

You must attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment

Employees in this classification may be required to work overtime. Employees in this classification are subject to call to duty in emergencies.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The work of this classification entails the performance of moderately heavy physical labor including bending, stooping, working in confined space, the lifting and carrying of heavy objects, and the operation of motor vehicles, machinery, tools, and equipment. The work also requires exposure to hazardous conditions and inclement weather.

Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.

Employer

Baltimore County

Address

308 Allegheny Avenue

Towson, Maryland, 21204

Phone

Website

Pay Schedule I, Grade 27, Regular Schedule: 40 hours per week

A vacancy exists in the Department of Public Works and Transportation, Bureau of Utilities, Division of Engineering and Regulation.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You must attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. You can attach your transcript(s) or license to your application. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of Duties

Under close supervision, performs inspections, investigations, measurements, sampling, and testing, in the field or laboratory of solid waste, leachate, landfill gas, and industrial wastes discharged into sewers and assists in effecting compliance with Federal, State, and County pollution control regulations.

Essential Job Duties

• Performs field inspections and investigations of industrial waste, solid waste, leachate, landfill gas, and materials discharged into sewers.
• Installs and maintains wastewater and pollution control sampling devices.
• Performs computations and/or measurements of the quantity of pollutants and wastewater discharged into sewers by an industry.
• Reviews plans for pretreatment/treatment technologies, and facilities to be installed by industries.
• Compiles field and laboratory data as required.
• Performs routine laboratory analysis.
• Researches and maintains knowledge of best management practices.
• Assists in the preparation of reports.

Example of Other Duties

• Directs subordinate personnel.
• Performs other related duties as required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants with laboratory experience analyzing wastewater samples or work experience with ensuring compliance industrial wastewater pretreatment regulations.

NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in engineering, a biological or physical science, or an applied science associated with pollution control.

(Experience in wastewater pollution control field work, wastewater or analytical chemical laboratory work, wastewater treatment plant operation work, hydraulic analysis of water or sewer piping systems' work may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required education.)

Licenses and Certificates

Current licensure as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist in the State of Maryland or possession of a Certificate of Eligibility for such license is required at the time of appointment.

Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education

Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency

Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. ).

Mail or deliver documents to

ATTN: Pollution Control Analyst I

Office of Human Resources

Baltimore County Government

308 Allegheny Ave.

Towson, MD 21204

You must attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment

Employees in this classification may be required to work overtime. Employees in this classification are subject to call to duty in emergencies.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The work of this classification entails the performance of moderately heavy physical labor including bending, stooping, working in confined space, the lifting and carrying of heavy objects, and the operation of motor vehicles, machinery, tools, and equipment. The work also requires exposure to hazardous conditions and inclement weather.

Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.

Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace

All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace

Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Salary

Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance

General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.

Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.

Employee Assistance Program

Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance

Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance

Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement

Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave

Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.

Sick Leave

Vacation Leave

Personal Leave

Holidays

Bereavement Leave

Jury Leave

Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union

Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit

Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Educational Assistance

70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.

Deferred Compensation

Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer

This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.

Salary : $52,000 - $60,127