Environmental Enforcement Officer (4 Openings)

Salary Range: $56,282.98 - $56,282.98

Works under the general supervision of assigned manager to provide investigative, technical, and enforcement services of environmental matters, such as solid waste, storm water, and sewage in accordance with City Ordinances and regulations. Travels throughout the City to investigate illegal waste dumping activities as requested and gathers evidence through covert camera operations. Drafts reports in a clear, concise, and technically correct manner following the established guidelines. Issues littering citations to observed motorists and commercial vehicles when necessary. Inspects storm water and sewage areas for pollution and improper disposal of waste to ensure permits are in compliance with City Ordinances. Conducts daily inspections of illegal dumping areas and hot spots, as well as other City properties. Collaborates with other officers to resolve and investigate littering and illegal dumping concerns. Responds to illegal dumping complaints and photographs illegally disposed materials as necessary for documentation purposes. Inspects previously reported illegal dumping sites habitually for compliance. Maintains daily records of properties and areas inspected as required. Creates and prepares daily and monthly reports by utilizing various computer applications. Suggests changes for improvement of illegal dumping procedures to assigned manager. Provides assistance to fellow staff and external stakeholders when inquiring about dumping or littering regulations. Monitors completion of dumping/littering investigation assignments. Keeps abreast on laws, ordinances, and City rules and regulations. Responds to all questions/inquiries concerning the enforcement of litter and ordinances as requested.

High school graduate or equivalent and eight (8) years’ experience working with law enforcement, codes inspection; or the equivalent combination of education and experience which enables one to perform the essential job functions. College Degree or coursework credit strongly preferred. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license as a condition of continued employment.