Natural Resources Specialist - Environmental (Haz-Mat) Licensing Coordinator

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The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for the Natural Resources Specialist - Environmental (Haz-Mat) Licensing Coordinator to support the Enviromental Permitting Division.

Benefits of Broward County Employment

High Deductible Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums:

Single $10.39 / Family $76.94

Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2400 Annually

Consumer Driven Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums:

Single $78.64 / Family $273.13

Florida Retirement System (FRS) - Pension or Investment Plan

457 Deferred Compensation employee match

Eleven (11) paid holidays each year

Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 weeks per year

Up to 40 hours of Job Basis Leave for eligible positions

Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually)

Paid Parental Leave

General Description

Performs professional environmental work enforcing the provisions of environmental ordinances as well as participates in natural resource enhancement and protection efforts.

Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in chemistry, geology, biology or environmental science or closely related field.

Requires six (6) months experience in natural resource protection based on area of assignment or closely related experience.

International Degree Evaluation Language:

For consideration of international degrees, candidates must have it evaluated by an approved member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), or Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). All associated expenses incurred are the responsibility of the candidate. To access the NACES directory of current members, please visit www.naces.org/members.

To access the AICE directory of endorsed members, please visit https://aice-eval.org/endorsed-members. Completed evaluations do not guarantee an offer of employment and are subject to approval by Broward County Human Resources.

Special Certifications and Licenses:

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E driver's license for duration of appointment. (Depending upon area of assignment.)

Preferences:

Master's degree or higher in environmental science or related field.

2nd Master's or PHD degree in separate but relevant discipline.

OSHA HAZWOPER, Health and Safety Certification.

Certified Pollutant Storage System Contractor (PSSC).

Board Certified Environmental Scientist. 

1 year experience in POSSE/Winchester. 

1 year experience in design or construction or closure or operation of hazardous materials and/or storage tanks facilities. 

1 year experience with local or State rules and regulations regarding hazardous materials and/or storage tanks facilities' + licensing.

Florida Class A, B or C and/or STI/API Tank Training.+

NAHMMA Small Quantity Generator Inspector Training.

FDEP Storage Tank Inspector Training. 

1 year employment experience in GIS. 

 1 year experience with Power BI data analysis and reporting.

RCRA Hazardous Waste Training (HAZWOPER).

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.

The Pollution Prevention Section licenses hazardous material, storage tank, and wellfield facilities in Broward County to protect the environment, ground and groundwater through applicable environmental regulations within the Broward County Code of Ordinances (the Code) and State and Federal Rules and Regulations. Natural Resources Specialists, in their capacity as Licensing Coordinator, perform various routine hazardous material licensing activities, including processing applications, issuing license renewal, non-compliance letters, citation warnings, citations and/or notices of violation, and prepare licensing and other correspondence implementing and/or enforcing environmental rules and regulations to ensure compliance and environmental protection. Licensing Coordinators generally enter information into the licensing system, review and maintain electronic files, application documents and basic plans, site sketches, and issue notices and licenses, as required.

This position is responsible for maintaining Hazardous Material Facility Management Licenses and ensuring compliance with licensing regulations for businesses that use or store hazardous materials in Broward County. Tasks performed to attain and maintain licensing compliance include educating the regulated community regarding the environmental program's purpose, requirements, and procedures; communicating with business representatives by phone, email, and in person on compliance with licensing regulations; soliciting applications for new licenses; renewing expiring licenses prior to expiration; reviewing incoming applications; processing applications and interim licensing activities; reviewing licensing, inspection, and enforcement files; issuing licensing requirement or renewal notifications; inputting licensing data and tracking associated activities in the database; maintaining files electronically; citing licensing non-compliance issues and/or escalating enforcement activities to ensure compliance, and ultimately issuing licenses.

Natural Resources Specialists, in their capacity as Licensing Coordinators, must possess strong customer service skills to handle walk-in customers and phone calls to and from customers, and the ability to communicate effectively and professionally in person, on the phone and in writing. Licensing Coordinators regularly communicate internally with each other, staff, supervisors and/or managers, and externally with contractors, permit expediters and/or the regulated public on applicable environmental rules, regulations and licensing requirements, processes and/or procedures. They must also possess knowledge of hazardous material facility and storage tank systems operations, strong computer skills, including the use of Outlook (email), the Internet (for research and on-line licensing), use of Word, Excel, Adobe, and licensing, inspection and enforcement application software.

Natural Resources Specialists are required to stay abreast of current applicable environmental technology and EPA, State and local rules and regulations and perform related work as assigned

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 mechanical or 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 disease/pathogens. (Depending upon area of assignment.)

Competencies

• Tech Savvy

Anticipates and adopts innovations in business-building digital and technology applications. Investigates technologies to learn some cutting-edge best practices. Uses digital/social media to benefit the team and add value to the work being done; understands how to avoid misuse of these tools.

• Manages Complexity

Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Quickly determines the most critical data and focuses analysis there; recognizes even subtle symptoms that indicate problems; probes deeply for root causes; uses systematic problem-solving methods. Well.

• Decision Quality

Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Swiftly internalizes coaching on routine issues; handles issues confidently after instruction.

Leverages rules and procedures to speed up decision making. Confidently and quickly draws on others' expertise.

• Optimizes Work Processes

Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Pursues, explores, and develops ways to ensure own work is as effective as possible within all relevant processes. Shares an analysis of process problems with stakeholders; discusses how to resolve the issue.

• 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. Seeks out others' perspectives and asks good questions. Shares information that people want to know; gives appropriate context and details when speaking.

• Courage

Steps up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said. Is known for expressing views directly and respectfully; communicates what needs to be said. Assumes personal ownership and responsibility when confronted or challenged; shows readiness to learn and to resolve issues.

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.