REGULATORY COMPLIANCE ADMINISTRATOR

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1 I. Position Identification: A) Title: Regulatory Compliance Administrator B) Bargaining Unit: Mid-Managers C) Customary Work Hours: 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. D) Customary Work Days: Monday through Friday E) Reports To: Public Works Director F) Directs the Work of: Assigned professional, technical and clerical personnel G) Educational and/or Experience Requirements: Any relevant combination of education and experience that would demonstrate the knowledge and skill outlined below is qualifying. A typical way of gaining the skills is: Education: Equivalent to a bachelor s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a scientific or engineering discipline such as chemistry, biology, environmental science, civil or sanitary engineering or closely related field. Experience: Four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience, in permitting, monitoring and environmental compliance in water and/or wastewater system. H) Licenses and/or Certificates Required: Possession of a valid California driver s license. Possession of a California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Environmental Compliance Inspector Grade II and/or a California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Laboratory Analyst Grade II certificate is desirable. II. FLSA Status: Exempt

2 Page 2 of 6 III. Position Summary: Under general supervision of the Public Works Director, perform variety of technical tasks related to regulatory compliance, National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting, program development and process or program implementation for water, wastewater and storm water compliance. Incumbent will plan, organize and direct the activities of Regulatory Compliance within the Public Works Department; coordinate activities within departmental divisions and for other departments; and to provide highly responsible technical support to the Public Works Director. IV. Essential Functions: Incumbents may be assigned to varying work schedules, weekend work and be called back to work as needed by the City. 1. Establishes department regulatory compliance and related programs and priorities. 2. Directs the review and analysis of new and changing regulations. 3. Interprets federal and state regulations related to drinking water quality, wastewater discharge, storm water discharge and environmental aspects of department operations to ensure compliance. 4. Develops and updates City ordinances. 5. Participates with the Public Works Director and other division managers in the planning, development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and procedures for the department. 6. Coordinates programs with regulatory agencies to comply with applicable regulations, represents the department and works closely with regulatory agencies and public and private organizations to provide information and technical assistance to facilitate cooperative and timely resolution of issues and problems. 7. Represents the department with regard to permitting and issues concerning water, wastewater, storm water, industrial pretreatment, cross-connection control programs, NPDES, Sanitary Sewer Management Program (SSMP) elements, including the Fats, Oils and Grease (FOG) program and any other water quality initiatives implemented by the department. 8. Serves as a liaison with other City departments, divisions and outside agencies. 9. Confers with developers regarding potential sewer and water impacts while balancing developer needs with City interests.

3 Page 3 of Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaints; investigates potential water quality issues and other customer complaints; recommends and implements corrective action. 11. Participates in a variety of advisory and technical committees; attends and participates in meetings of professional organizations related to water quality. 12. Stays current on new trends, innovations and regulations in the fields of drinking water and water quality programs. 13. Provides responsible staff assistance and recommendations to the Public Works Director; recommends and administers departmental policies and procedures; interprets and explains policies and procedures, organizational goals and expectations. 14. Prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence; maintains complete and accurate records of unit activities. 15. Provides or coordinates staff training related to water quality regulations, departmental programs, policies and permits. 16. Continuously monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of methods and procedures, administrative and support systems and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for improvement and reviews those opportunities with the Director; directs and implements improvements and adjustments as needed. 17. Conducts and coordinates a variety of special tests, studies, projects and research; collects, analyzes and summarizes data. 18. Identifies problems related to water quality, wastewater discharge, municipal and industrial storm water monitoring and controls, industrial pretreatment and cross-connection control programs; prepares comprehensive reports on findings; provides recommendations related to implementation of solutions for regulation compliance. 19. Manages and participates in the development and administration of the assigned program budgets; directs the forecast of funds needed for additional staffing, equipment, materials and supplies. 20. Directs the monitoring of and approves expenditures related to water quality programs; directs and implements adjustments as necessary. 21. Performs other duties and assumes other responsibilities as needed or as delegated. V. Job Related and Essential Qualifications: Note: The required level and scope of the following knowledge and skills relate to the level of the position as defined in the class characteristics.

4 Page 4 of 6 A. Knowledge of: Federal, State and local regulations and standards governing laboratories, permitting, water, wastewater, storm water, industrial pretreatment and source control, biosolids and cross-connection control programs. Relevant environmental issues; principles, techniques and management practices related to utility operations. Research techniques including sources and availability of information. Principles of project and program management, including scheduling, prioritizing and long-range planning. Occupational hazard avoidance and standard safety precautions necessary in the work environment. Laboratory practices, procedures, and data reporting. Additional resources available within the community and the industry. Advanced principles and practices of budget preparation and administration. B. Skills at: Learning the occupational hazards; safety standards and procedures; and appropriate safety precautions to protect self and others. Following oral and written directions, preparing reports and maintaining accurate records. Converting regulatory language into policies, procedures and compliance monitoring programs. Analyzing operational and administrative problems and making and implementing procedural changes. Researching, understanding, interpreting and applying complex laws, rules, regulations and ordinances affecting assigned program areas. Maintaining accurate records, preparing clear and concise reports, gathering and analyzing complex data and making sound recommendations. Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.

5 Page 5 of 6 C. Ability to: Represent the Department on permitting matters; make well informed decisions while consensus building; mitigate conflicts and balance interests of multiple stakeholders with City interests. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with those contacted during the course of work. Evaluate alternative solutions and develop and present recommendations. Use initiative and exercise sound judgment. Meet the physical requirements necessary to perform required duties in a safe and effective manner for self and others. Identify with department and City goals and objectives and support City priorities and needs. Maintain regular and predictable attendance. VI. Physical Demands/Qualifications: 1. Requires the ability to work safely outdoors in all weather. 2. Stand, climb, bend, stoop and walk for extended periods. 3. Work on slippery and uneven surfaces, work at heights, in small spaces and in awkward positions. 4. Manual dexterity and vision sufficient to operate standard office equipment and tools for potentially long periods of time without experiencing abnormal hand, wrist or eye strain. 5. Hearing and speech sufficient to communicate and understand conversations, both in person and on the telephone. 6. Samples of water and wastewater may contain contaminants and have an unpleasant odor. 7. Lift, push, pull and/or carry equipment up to 50 pounds without assistance. NOTE: Some accommodations may be made for some physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodations. VII. Non-Physical Demands/Qualifications: 1. Communicate information clearly and effectively on a number of different levels, both verbal and written. 2. Demonstrate a high level of integrity.

6 Page 6 of 6 3. Possess a valid California driver s license. VIII. Environmental Conditions: 1. Working conditions in the office are clean, well lit and free from extremes of temperature and humidity. 2. Working conditions in the field are subject to variations in temperature and may include wind, rain and other elements. IX. Other duties and requirements: This class description lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Not all duties are necessarily performed by each incumbent. Incumbents may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.