What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Assistant (Activity Specialist III) position at City of Fremont?
Job Description
The Environmental Assistant is a technical position that is responsible for assisting with a wide variety of projects and tasks in the sustainability, stormwater, and solid waste program areas within the Environmental Services Division. Assignments may include field work, data analysis, special events, public outreach, reporting and administrative tasks. May work independently or in a team environment depending on project requirements.
First review of applications: 5/1/26. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
General supervision is provided by the Environmental Services Administrator
Minimum Qualifications
Qualified applications will be evaluated on the basis of related experience and quality of presentation. The most highly qualified applicants will be invited to an oral interview. Applicant evaluations may include a written and physical test. Satisfactory candidates will be placed on an eligibility list. Placements are anticipated immediately after the list is established.
APPLICATION PROCESS
To be considered for this position, apply online by submitting a completed City application and resume through our on line application system: https://fremont.workbrightats.com/jobs/
Reasonable Accommodation: The Recreation Services Division will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise us of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling (510) 494-4347 or emailing recjobs@fremont.gov.
THE CITY OF FREMONT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
WE DO NOT DISCRIMINATE ON ANY BASIS.
The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
The Environmental Assistant is a technical position that is responsible for assisting with a wide variety of projects and tasks in the sustainability, stormwater, and solid waste program areas within the Environmental Services Division. Assignments may include field work, data analysis, special events, public outreach, reporting and administrative tasks. May work independently or in a team environment depending on project requirements.
First review of applications: 5/1/26. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
- Assist with conducting field assessments, research, and reports for stormwater permit and/or solid waste regulatory compliance
- Assist with conducting research and data analysis of rates and fees for building electricity service and electric vehicle charging
- Assist with public outreach and communications including social media and newsletters
- Monitor solar system generation in online portals and gather building energy data for regular reporting
- Support City implementation of recycling and compost/organics services at businesses and multi-family complexes
- Participate in special events including planning, preparation, and logistics support
- Set up and maintain spreadsheets, project files or computer databases as required
- Perform other duties as assigned
General supervision is provided by the Environmental Services Administrator
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Relevant technical skill, or related education or experience
- Ability to establish and maintain productive relations and positive attitude toward others
- Strong written and verbal skills
- Organizational skills, flexibility and ability to work both alone or as a team member
- Ability to lift and maneuver at least 30 pounds
- Work in an outdoor environment with wet conditions and extreme heat
- Work in direct sunlight
- California driver license
- Fingerprinting and TB test are required
- Must be able to effectively handle sensitive and or stressful situations or information with tact, discretion, and confidentiality.
- Must effectively communicate with adults and children from a variety of cultural backgrounds
- Willingness to comply with suspected child abuse reporting (11166.5 PC)
- Employees are required to be certified in Adult/Child CPR, First Aid, & AED from American Red Cross, American Heart Association or supervisor approved equivalent. Employees must be certified within 30 days of hire date or prior to the first day of work, whichever occurs earlier.
- Verification of legal right to work in the United States as a condition of employment
Qualified applications will be evaluated on the basis of related experience and quality of presentation. The most highly qualified applicants will be invited to an oral interview. Applicant evaluations may include a written and physical test. Satisfactory candidates will be placed on an eligibility list. Placements are anticipated immediately after the list is established.
APPLICATION PROCESS
To be considered for this position, apply online by submitting a completed City application and resume through our on line application system: https://fremont.workbrightats.com/jobs/
Reasonable Accommodation: The Recreation Services Division will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise us of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling (510) 494-4347 or emailing recjobs@fremont.gov.
THE CITY OF FREMONT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
WE DO NOT DISCRIMINATE ON ANY BASIS.
The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.