NATURE OF WORK

Under general supervision, independently and as directed by the Solid Waste Manager, performs administrative work related to long range planning, implementation, and operation of all programs for solid and moderate risk wastes. Performs a variety of tasks related to the required environmental monitoring and regulatory compliance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

∙Oversees operation and maintenance of a permanent hazardous waste collection facility (Hazo Hut) and numerous smaller satellite, waste specific sites (PROGRAMS).

∙Staffs, transports, and conducts periodic hazardous waste collection events in remote areas of the county.

∙Responds immediately and appropriately in the event of an onsite accidental hazardous material spill.

∙Develops and recommends policies for PROGRAMS and operations.

∙Assists in preparing budgets for PROGRAMS.

∙Responds intelligently with correct information, verbally and in writing, about proper preparation and disposal of solid and hazardous wastes to the general public.

∙Responds to questions and from the public.

∙Works with other administrative staff in the Division, and Division staff and contractors in the Hazo Hut.

∙Schedules and coordinates with the Solid Waste Manager and others in the Division, as needed.

∙Provides technical assistance to residents and businesses on PROGRAMS as related to Hazardous Waste Management.

∙Monitors and evaluates program compliance with laws, rules, and regulations.

∙Monitors and evaluates program performance; recommends and implements modifications to policies and procedures.

∙Performs quarterly and semi-annually surface and groundwater sampling and landfill gas monitoring tasks.

∙Keeps inventory of essential monitoring equipment and calibration standards.

∙Performs reporting requirements in accordance with State and Federal requirements; maintains working relationships with State and local regulatory agency representatives.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work is performed in a standard office environment; and periodically off-site with exposure to inclement weather, tools and equipment. Position requires use of hands to finger and handle, ability to reach, strength sufficient to lift 50 pounds and move up to 100 pounds unassisted, physically mobile to get around the Hazo Hut and closed landfill grounds and offices; scale ladders, and climb onto equipment.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry or related field; AND two (2) years experience in Hazardous Waste Management –or- four (4) years experience in Waste Management with two years of primary responsibilities in Hazardous Waste. Must be twenty-one (21) years of age (minimum).

Must obtain certification in Hazardous Materials Incident Response training within one year of employment, certification of forklift operations within six months of employment, First Aid Certification within six months of employment, and Flaggers Certification within six months of employment.

Obtain 40-hour Hazwoper certification and follow-up with 8-hour refresher course each year thereafter.

A valid Driver’s License is required. Specific technical training and certifications may be required.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Knowledge of:

∙Current State, Federal and local regulations governing solid waste handling and disposal practices.

∙Solid waste disposal principles, methods, techniques, and ecological concepts.

∙Environmental permitting and compliance practices.

∙County solid and moderate risk waste programs.

∙County Solid and Moderate Risk Waste Management Plan and role of advisory committees.

∙Environmental and occupational hazards, and safety precautions associated with solid and hazardous waste management.

∙Standard computer software applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, email).

∙County policies and procedures.

∙Principles, practices, and techniques of solid and hazardous waste management.

∙Principles, practices, and markets for recycling programs.

∙Applicable policies, procedures, and regulations covering public waste management programs.

∙Waste collection, separation, transportation, recycling, and disposal operations.

∙Methods for providing waste reduction, recycling, and hazardous waste information to the public

∙Principles of record keeping and records management.

Skills in:

∙Budgeting and cost accounting practices, particularly governmental accounting.

∙Coordinating, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating community service programs and services.

∙Calibrating and testing environmental monitoring equipment.

∙Writing and editing documents to meet the State’s Plan Writing directive.

∙Interacting with people of all social, economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.

∙Maintaining accurate records.

∙Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.

∙Dealing constructively and courteously with the Department, BOCC, Lewis County and general public.

∙Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers.

∙Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.