Environmental Specialist

2 weeks ago


St Louis, United States Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District Full time
Job Description

Under direction, performs as a team leader to coordinate the review, evaluation and compliance with federal, state and local environmental regulations that impact the District and support the District's compliance activities.

Essential Functions:

Regulatory Affairs:Coordinates the review and evaluation of federal, state and local environmental laws and regulations that impact the District; advises the District operating units on environmental requirements and coordinates with them to ensure District compliance with requirements; performs environmental compliance audits; develops and implements an Environmental Management System (EMS); oversees the daily activities and work product of the Regulatory Affairs section.

Storm Water: Works with various governmental jurisdictions in St. Louis County to coordinate compliance with Phase II permit conditions; oversees the collection and compilation of data relating to existing and planned storm water quality control projects; oversees and updates the Phase II Storm Water Management Plan; initiates studies to support enforcement of Phase II permit conditions; develops presentations to District staff, municipal officials and the general public concerning storm water quality issues; responsible for compliance with the public education and public participation minimum control measures; oversees the daily activities and work product of field investigative personnel for the implementation of the District's illicit discharge detection and elimination procedures;oversees the District's stormwater BMP and detention basin inspection program; coordinates other stormwater asset management inspection work as assigned; assimilates and maintains data and schedules for annually reporting compliance with Phase II permit conditions.

Cost Recovery/Field Monitoring: Assign and coordinate industrial and other facility wastewater billing investigations; assign and coordinate the securing, updating and processing of information from industries relating to the volume and strength of wastewater discharges and determination of appropriate billing factors; coordinate the documentation and maintenance of discharge data. Oversee the daily operation of the District's hauled waste program; assign and coordinate the processing and approval/denial of special discharge applications.

Assign routine industrial monitoring using computer scheduling and routing techniques; schedule and coordinate special studies for evaluation of industrial waste discharges, sewage bypasses, wastewater and storm water quality and quantity, and NPDES compliance monitoring; instruct field crews in sampling techniques, instrument installation, maintenance of field equipment and proper safety procedures; maintain equipment maintenance and sampling records; enter and retrieve data from computer records and files; compile data and prepare reports.

Additional Responsibilities: Assists with special projects; performs related work as required or as delegated by supervisor.

Qualifications

Training and Experience: Bachelor's degreefrom an accredited college or university with major coursework in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related technical field, AND a minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in environmental compliance. Experience with environmental certifications, such as Hazardous Materials Manager, Certified Environmental Auditor, Qualified Environmental Professional, and/or Registered Environmental Professional preferred.

Desirable Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of environmental regulations and techniques of collecting, testing and evaluating waste discharges; thorough knowledge of environmental laws and regulations; working knowledge of Environmental Management Systems (EMS); considerable skill in planning, organizing and directing the work of others; considerable skill in compiling data and preparing reports; considerable skill in forming effective working relationships with industry representatives, government officials and District employees; ability to express clearly and concisely in both oral and written form.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Must have a valid Driver's License issued by the state in which the employee resides.

Pursuant to MSD's "Substance Abuse Policy and Procedures," this position has been designated as safety sensitive and candidate must pass a Non-D.O.T. Drug Test for this position. Employees occupying this position are not subject to Federal (D.O.T.) Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations.

Employees of MSD must have a meets expectations.

About Us

The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District provides comprehensive wastewater and storm water management services to residents and businesses in both St. Louis City and County. As one of the most recognized employers in the region and a fixture in the downtown area, MSD employs over 900 individuals in a wide-range of roles including skilled crafts and laborers, engineering, information technology, finance, human resources and administration support. We invite you to be part of the team
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