Environmental Team Leader-National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Section

United States Job Openings

Orange County Government

Orlando

FULL TIME

October 16, 2024

Job ID

35800

Location
Environmental Protection

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Overview

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.
The Environmental Protection Division is seeking a motivated and energetic professional to join the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Section as the Environmental Team Leader. This position involves advanced technical work and supervisory tasks requiring extensive knowledge of the NPDES regulations and related County, state, and federal environmental regulations. The position is characterized by considerable independence and responsibility to exercise initiative and carry all assignments through to completion. The ideal candidate will be a team player with a positive attitude and passion for serving our community.

Job Description

General Functions
Responsible work includes field inspections and supervisory tasks in support of the County’s NPDES Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Permit requirements, including the annual collection of applicable data and the submittal of a timely report to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) each year. The candidate will provide assistance to the Environmental Program Supervisor, other Orange County departments and divisions and other federal, state and local governments, as appropriate. Candidates must be able to handle many projects at one time, meet required deadlines, be organized, self-starting and technically strong while coordinating with the team to ensure regularly scheduled assignments, reports, and related tasks are achieved.

Representative Duties/Assignments

Provides support in ensuring objectives are achieved in an effective and efficient manner with respect to the implementation of the Orange County NPDES MS4 Permit requirements.
Assists with daily operational supervision of the NPDES Team and provides assistance to less experienced NPDES staff, including routine QA/QC of work.
Assists with the preparation of the NPDES Annual Report for submittal to FDEP, including coordination with reporting entities in internal and external departments and divisions.
Coordinates NPDES water quality monitoring efforts with the Orange County Water Sciences section.
Responds to complaints regarding illicit discharges and illicit connections to the County MS4 and investigates discharges to surface waters.
Coordinates and provides training in support of the NPDES permit.
Reviews and updates all standard operating procedures associated with the Orange County MS4 permit.
Oversees resolution of enforcement cases.
Attends public meetings and provides public assistance
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelors Degree and major course work in Environmental or Civil Engineering, the natural sciences, or a related field and four years of progressively responsible environmental experience.

Must be able to perform job related tasks, which would include but not be limited to: climbing, walking over uneven ground, lifting up to 50 pounds, exposure to dust and fumes, and occasional exposure to adverse weather.

Preferences

Supervisory Experience
Certified Professional of Erosion & Sediment Control (CPESC) or Certified Professional of Surface Water Quality (CPSWQ)
Certification as a Trainer by FDEP for the Florida Stormwater Erosion and Sediment Control Inspector Training Course is a plus.
Working knowledge of GIS is a plus
Adequate computer skills are required such as experience using Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel, and Outlook.
Skilled in use of spreadsheets, word processing, & presentation software
Ability to effectively communicate verbally & in writing
Ability to plan, organize & coordinate work projects

Application Deadline

Open Date: 10/16/2024
Close Date: 10/30/2024

This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Salary Information

Pay Grade: 018 - From $29.50 to $38.36
FLSA Status: Exempt

Placement based on Education and Experience

Benefits

10 paid holidays and up to 2 floating holidays annually.
18 days paid time off per year.
Longevity bonus based on years of service.
6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
Participation in the Florida Retirement System.

Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Earn service time to forgive student loans.

Disclaimer: Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.
For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/Employment Volunteerism/Employee Benefits.aspx

Veterans Preference

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.
Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.

Educational Requirements

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.

Address

3165 Mc Crory Place
Orlando Florida 32803

Notes

Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete the pre-employment drug, physical and background check.

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