Senior C/Cag Stormwater Program Specialist - Unclassified (Open And Promotional)

Description

Join the C/CAG Team as a Senior Stormwater Program Specialist!

The City/County Association of Governments of San Mateo County (C/CAG) is seeking a dynamic and passionate Senior Stormwater Program Specialist to champion the San Mateo Countywide Water Pollution Prevention Program. The Senior Stormwater Program Specialist position plays a significant role in C/CAG's efforts to manage and improve stormwater runoff quality, contributing significantly to the region's environmental health and sustainability.

This pivotal role involves collaborating with 21 member agencies, including the County and cities within San Mateo, the San Mateo County Flood and Sea Level Rise Resiliency District, regional stormwater and watershed management programs and partners, as well as local businesses, stakeholders, and the general public in San Mateo County. This role requires a professional who is committed to environmental stewardship, capable of navigating complex regulatory environments, and adept at collaborative problem-solving.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A thorough understanding of stormwater regulations, policy, and contracting principles.

• Demonstrated expertise in stormwater program and policy planning.

• Experience with multi-party and multi-county agreements.

• Skill in working collaboratively with a range of stakeholders, including public entities and executives.

• An interest in innovative and creative approaches within the environmental sector.

• Experience in the field and a college degree in Engineering, Urban Planning, Environmental Science, Public Administration, Business Administration, Public Policy, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.

Why Choose C/CAG?

• Engage in meaningful work that directly impacts the quality of life in San Mateo County.

• Collaborate with a diverse team of professionals dedicated to environmental excellence.

• Be part of an organization that values innovative solutions and sustainable practices.

• Opportunity for personal and professional growth in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Note:C/CAG currently operates with a remote work model. However, there is a potential transition to a hybrid working environment in the near future. This approach is in line with our commitment to providing a flexible and adaptive work setting for our team members.

About the City/County Association of Governments (C/CAG)

C/CAG operates as a Joint Powers Authority and has membership that includes the County of San Mateo and each of the 20 cities in San Mateo County. C/CAG works on issues that affect the quality of life in general including transportation, housing, air quality, storm water runoff, airport/land use compatibility planning, hazardous waste, climate planning, energy and water resource strategies, and solid waste and recycling. Visit us at www.ccag.ca.gov.

At C/CAG, we are committed to equity, which we define as actively identifying, acknowledging, and addressing historical and current disparities that might otherwise influence economic, health, and quality of life outcomes in the communities we serve. We strive to foster a workplace where equity and inclusion are core values. We also aim to create an environment where all employees are treated with fairness and respect, regardless of their background, and one where their unique perspectives are celebrated. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we welcome candidates who share our commitment to these values.

Examples Of Duties

Primary responsibilities and duties of the Senior C/CAG Stormwater Program Specialist may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Performs a variety of professional duties related to the C/CAG's Countywide Water Pollution Prevention Program.

• Develops, implements, coordinates, promotes, monitors, and evaluates one or more pollution prevention, resource conservation, environmental compliance, and/or permitting programs/projects.

• Serves as subject matter expert to C/CAG member agencies, external stakeholders, businesses, community groups, and individuals in the assigned areas.

• Ensures compliance with federal, state, local, and other pertinent environmental mandates, laws, codes, rules, regulations, and agreements within assigned areas.

• Researches, analyzes, and interprets information and data.

• Designs and conducts a wide variety of studies and surveys.

• Reviews and provides comments on various technical documents.

• Develops, prepares, negotiates, and monitors grants; ensures compliance with grant stipulations and funding agency reporting requirements.

• Prepares written materials such as narrative reports, technical charts, and publications.

• Develops, conducts, monitors, and evaluates comprehensive outreach, public education, training, and media activities.

• Provides supervision and leadership on a project basis to professional, technical, support, and volunteer staff.

• Reviews consultant deliverables and invoices to ensure compliance with contract stipulations, permits, and C/CAG standards.

• Represents C/CAG on committees, boards, and other related groups.

• Develops systems and procedures to support program/project activities.

• Participates in the development and implementation of policies and procedures for new and existing programs.

• Participates in developing and implementing short- and long-range goals and objectives for the assigned area of responsibility in = C/CAG.

• Provides information related to developing and monitoring budgets.

• Stays abreast of new trends, laws, regulations, and innovations in the related fields of resource conservation, environmental compliance, and permitting.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

• Education: A bachelor's degree in Environmental Policy or Studies, Urban Planning, Civil or Environmental Engineering, Political Science, Public Administration, Public Policy, or a closely related field. A master's degree is preferred but not required.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of water quality management or transportation planning, city/regional and environmental planning, and/or environmental science, climate resilience planning, engineering, financing, and/or policy.

• Principles and practices of program and project planning, management, implementation, and evaluation.

• Principles and practices of equity centered processes and engagement with diverse communities and/or community organizations.

• Research methods and techniques, including conducting or participating in planning studies.

• Principles, practices, trends, and technical information related to assigned program areas.

• Principles and practices related to contract management.

• Pertinent federal, state, regional, and local laws, codes, regulations, and requirements.

Skill/Ability to:

• Plan, implement, and evaluate assigned programs, projects, and activities.

• Supervise permanent, temporary, contract, and volunteer staff on a project basis.

• Serve as subject matter expert in assigned areas.

• Work with a wide variety of people at all levels, including those from government, business, private and non-profit agencies, community groups, and the public.

• Gather, compile, analyze, and interpret data and propose solutions.

• Use initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines.

• Prepare written materials such as correspondence narrative reports, technical charts, and publications.

• Develop and conduct outreach, trainings, and public education and manage public participation at community meetings.

• Communicate and present ideas effectively both orally and in writing, to promote agency interests and increase program visibility.

• Research, develop, and evaluate alternative solutions to problems.

• Coordinate multiple projects and tasks efficiently.

• Use MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint, as well as web-based meeting and file-sharing software.

• Lift 25 lbs.

• Attend evening meetings.

Application/Examination

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, Confidential or Management extra-help/limited term, or SEIU or AFSCME represented extra help/limited term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online.If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the"Apply"button.If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply.Responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted in addition to the standard County employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required application materials.Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

The examination process will consist of an application screening (pass/fail) based on the candidate's application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.

Tentative Recruitment Schedule

Final Filing Date for Applications: May 2nd, 2024

Application Screening:Week of May 6th, 2024

Civil Service Interviews: May 15th and/or May 16th, 2024

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.

Analyst: Ganna Malik (04182024) (Senior C/CAG Program Specialist- B413)