Salary : $75,899.20 - $121,388.80 Annually
Location : FL 33444, FL
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 02451
Department: Utilities
Division: 36-251 UT Environmental Resources Compliance
Opening Date: 12/05/2024
Closing Date: 12/22/2024 4:00 PM Eastern
Job Description*Salary can be commensurate with qualifications and experience*Veterans' Preference AppliesEEO StatementThe City of Delray Beach does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability, marital status, family status or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services
Non-SmokingThe City of Delray Beach is a Non-Tobacco Workplace. The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco or nicotine products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment. The definition of "tobacco or nicotine products" includes but is not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes, snuff, e-cigarettes and nicotine patches or gum.
This position oversees the Environmental Resources Compliance division. Performs supervisory, technical and administrative work in compliance of all utilities permits, and planning functions including comprehensive planning, water management district regional plans, water conservation program, water resource planning and evaluation, capital and repair and replacement projects planning, asset management, grants, monitoring regulatory legislation and implications, evaluating alternative water supplies, per capita water use, as well as other related plans and/or special projects. Work is performed under general supervision of the Director and/or Assistant Utilities Director. Essential Job DutiesThe following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. - Coordinate potable/wastewater/reclaimed water supply planning and analysis including demand projections.
- Manages water management district issued water use permit(s), water use, wellfield protection, and other related permitting activities including permit monitoring and compliance and modification request.
- Monitors, analyzes, and may propose modifications to proposed revisions to local, state, and federal water regulations, legislation, and determines the potential impact to the department.
- Supervises assigned subordinate staff.
- Oversees department initiatives, projects, and programs such as, but not necessarily limited to backflow/cross-connection control, industrial pretreatment program (IPP), distribution system flushing and facility maintenance programs.
- Ensures programs and procedures comply with environmental and regulatory requirements , in accordance with industry standards and accepted best practices.
- Promotes and advocates departmental policies and planning goals to advisory committees, regulatory planning groups, public workshops, and regulatory agencies.
- Responsible for reviewing and drafting responses to water management district regional water supply plans and attending regional planning council meetings or other related meetings.
- Develops, provides information to the grant coordinator, monitors and updates documents for grants and audits as needed or assigned.
- May serve as project or program manager as needed.
- Responsible for planning functions including comprehensive plan updates and amendments, drafting language, comments, presentations, presenting or attending public meetings.
- Manages and prepares loan applications for the State Revolving Fund (SRF) loan and similar loans.
- Assists with development and modification of Utilities Department strategic and department master plans.
- Develops or assists in developing workflow diagrams.
- Develops performance measures or key performance indicators in conjunction with department managers, supervisors, and staff and using industry best practices.
- Works with City communications staff on developing and implementing protocols for public notifications.
- Employee may be subject to work outside normal business hours for field visits, presentations, and other events.
- This is an essential position and will be required to work extended hours before, during, and after hurricanes or other disasters or emergency events.
- Promotes department and interdepartmental teamwork and a culture of safety.
- Fosters positive employee relations and employee morale on a City-wide basis.
- Perform all functions and responsibilities according to the Palm Beach County Code of Ethics and Florida State Statutes 112.313.
Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university in Hydrology, Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering or related field.
- Three (3) years' experience in permitting, compliance, water resources planning, grants. Ability to produce and manage data with spreadsheets.
- Ability to perform research and prepare white papers, reports and other communication.
- Organizational and planning skills.
Knowledge of capital improvements projects and utilities operations. Knowledge of water use permits, conditions of issuance, and compliance. Knowledge of industrial pretreatment programs (IPP), backflow prevention, reclaimed water systems, and water quality reporting and compliance and project management. Ability to work well with employees and the public. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to read and synthesize information and make recommendations. Ability to manage and prioritize routine, specialized and complex assignments and problems utilizing knowledge acquired through prior education, training, and experience. Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form. Ability to adapt to an evolving and continually improving environment. Requires demonstrated ability to utilize personal computer and office software such as MS Word, MS Excel and electronic mail.
The abilities expected of all employees include being able to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies, be appropriately groomed and attired so as to present a professional image in accordance with the organization's mission, goals, and policies; report for work promptly and properly prepared at the time and place required by the assignment or orders; notify the appropriate supervisor of intended absences in accordance with stated rules; conform with standards and rules regarding use of accrued time; demonstrate a polite, helpful and courteous manner when engaged in any activity with the public; operate and care for equipment to manufacturer's specifications and/or within the specified parameters; demonstrate an understanding, consideration, and respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with the public and colleagues.A comparable combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position, may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
Supplemental Information Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear, use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk, stand, drive. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to occasionally wear personal protective equipment when necessary, such as: hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing and respiratory protection, fall harness, and gloves. Works inside and outside, so may be periodically exposed to extreme temperatures, animals/insects, confined spaces, electrical and mechanical hazards, heights, noises, dust, fumes, vapors, and other respiratory irritants.
SELECTION GUIDELINES: Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check, job related tests might be required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement with the employer, and requirements of the job change.
Full-time employees of the City of Delray Beach are provided with a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, health insurance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, a defined pension plan, and much more. Benefit coverage varies by employee group.
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The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment. The definition of "tobacco products" shall include, but is not limited to, cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes and snuff. Have you used any tobacco products for a period of at least three months prior to your application for employment?
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What is your current education level in Hydrology, Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering or related field.? You must attach a copy of your degree certificate or transcripts to your application in order to be considered, otherwise it will be rejected.
- High School
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters or Above
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Please indicate if you are proficient in use of any of the following software applications: (Check all that apply; skills testing may be required)
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- PowerPoint
- Tyler New World
- None of the above
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How many years of verifiable experience in permitting, compliance, water resources planning, grants do you have?
- No experience
- Less than a year
- One to two years
- Three to four years
- Five to six years
- Seven years or more
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Please describe your verifiable experience in permitting, compliance, water resources planning, grants. Indicate places of work, title, duties, etc. or N/A if no experience.
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Please indicate if you have verifiable working experience in:Select all that apply,
- Capital improvements projects and utilities operations
- Water use permits, conditions of issuance, and compliance
- Industrial pretreatment programs (IPP)
- Backflow prevention
- Reclaimed water systems
- Water quality reporting and compliance
- None of the above
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Are you claiming Veteran's preference in employment? If so, you must scan and attach a copy of your DD-214 to this application and you must fill the veteran's form from the link in question # 23 from your application. Otherwise, your claim will not be considered. Please note that only DD-214 with HONORABLE discharge qualify to claim veteran's preference.
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