Engineering Inspector PT19 (Waste Regulation)

REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES

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The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Engineering Inspector PT19 (Waste Regulation) to support the Environmental Permitting Division.

General Description
Performs journey level construction inspection tasks at a variety of public works construction sites.
Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires two (2) years experience in engineering field survey and/or inspection work depending on area of assignment or closely related experience.
Special Certifications and Licenses None.

Preferences Associates degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in environmental sciences, environmental Engineering or closely related field.Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in environmental sciences, environmental Engineering or closely related field.
OSHA Hazwoper Certification.
Florida Solid Waste (Landfill) Operator Certificate.
Certified Pollutant Storage System Contractor (PSSC).
1 year experience in Posse/Winchester.
1 year experience in State Database Systems (SWIFT).
1 year experience with local or State rules and regulations regarding disposal and waste processing facilities.
1 year experience in review, design, construction, or operation of solid waste management facilities.
1 year experience in Field Inspection Techniques and Reporting.
1 year employment experience in GIS.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.

Reviews Waste Regulation Program environmental license and State-delegated permit applications for consistency with federal, state and local environmental laws and regulations. Reviews monthly operating reports for consistency with facility design capacity. Prepares application review comments and requests additional information from environmental engineers and consultants or property owners for revisions to calculations and designs. Prepares environmental reports with project specific information, license conditions, environmental data, and calculation summaries.

Performs routine inspections at waste management facilities to ensure compliance with environmental rules and license conditions. Performs special research and investigates complaints pertaining to environmental problems. Writes detailed inspection reports identifying any deficiencies. Issues appropriate warnings, notices of violation, and/or other enforcement actions, as warranted, against respondents with non-compliance issues and/or violations cited. Participates in hearings concerning violations of federal, state and local laws.

Coordinates and communicates with owners, developers, attorneys, environmental engineers and consultants, and the general public for the purpose of reviewing design plans and specifications and the issuance of Waste Regulation Program licenses and permits.

Enters licensing and compliance information into County and State databases. Provides assistance with e-Permits implementation, training and troubleshooting.

Stay abreast of current applicable environmental technology and EPA, State and local rules and regulations.

Performs related work as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs light work that involves walking or standing most of the time and involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis, or skill, adeptness and speed in the use of fingers, hands or limbs on repetitive operation of electronic office equipment or tools within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

Involves routine and frequent exposure to traffic; moving machinery.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

Competencies

• Manages Complexity

Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Looks at complex issues from multiple angles; explores issues to uncover underlying issues and root causes; sees the main consequences and implications of different options.

• Decision Quality

Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Knows when to act independently and when to escalate issues. Integrates various inputs, decision criteria, and trade-offs to make effective decisions. Typically makes good independent decisions.

• Action Oriented

Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Takes timely action on important or difficult issues. Identifies and pursues new opportunities that benefit the organization.

• Plans and Aligns

Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Outlines clear plans that put actions in a logical sequence; conveys some time frames. Aligns own work with relevant workgroups. Takes some steps to reduce bottlenecks and speed up the work.

• Ensures Accountability

Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Accepts responsibility for own work, both successes and failures. Handles fair share and does not make excuses for problems. Usually meets commitments to others.

• Communicates Effectively

Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Listens attentively and takes an interest. Keeps others well informed; conveys information clearly, concisely, and professionally when speaking or writing.
County Core Values All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.

• Collaborates : Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Customer focus : Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Instills trust : Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Values differences : Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request.
Emergency Management Responsibilities Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.
County-wide Employee Responsibilities All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.

Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of free life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,000. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Part-time 20+ benefit eligible employees receive the benefits described above at a reduced amount.