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Sarasota County Government

Solid Waste Environmental Specialist - R20712

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An Environmental Planner or Scientist uses training and background in natural sciences to study the environment and threats to the environment. Investigates environmental problems and advises on solutions. May focus on potential environmental health risks to people, such as unsafe drinking water, or on protecting the environment and ecosystems from human activity such as development and industrial pollution.

$66,482 / year median in Florida

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Start Here. Grow Here. Stay Here. Are you a detail-oriented environmental professional who thrives on keeping critical systems running safely and in compliance? In this role, you will coordinate, implement, and oversee the daily operations of landfill gas collection and destruction systems, environmental monitoring programs, and NPDES permit requirements across three solid waste facilities. You'll play a key role in protecting environmental quality, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting efficient facility operations. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in environmental stewardship and operations, apply today and help drive sustainable solutions forward! About the Position In this role, you will... Conduct landfill gas field analysis using stationary and portable instrumentation. Monitor sample points such as wellheads, laterals, etc. Analyze and interpret data to makes decisions for the operations of the LFG collection and destruction systems such as adjusting flow rates, clearing of headers and laterals, etc. Operate a variety of field monitoring equipment for landfill gas collection & destruction systems. Calibrate and maintain monitoring equipment and field instrumentation as required by permit or manufacturer. Coordinate and/or conduct repairs and modifications necessary to maintain and operate the landfill gas collection systems. Such as making repairs and/or modifications to wells, wellheads, collection lines, condensate traps, migration probes, vaults, flares, leachate lines, pumps, control panels, and associated equipment. Perform compliance audits and maintenance checks on air systems, flare stations, gas probes, gas extraction wells, sumps and other equipment and infrastructure. Monitor and record ambient gas points and gas migration probes to regulatory agencies. Supervise outside agencies that perform air monitoring tests/calibrations/repairs such as NMOC, Visual Emissions, surface emissions for permit compliance. Prepare and submit reports to local, state and federal agencies. Coordinate and perform the requirements for the environmental monitoring program at all landfill sites to include SOP protocols, site sampling, QA/QC, data review and evaluation, report and data submittals, correspondence with regulatory agencies and maintains historical site databases. Coordinate the development, implementation and submittal of permit required plans such as Technical Reports and Groundwater Monitoring Plans. Coordinate the NPDES program for the three landfill sites. About the
Schedule Work Hours:
Full-time, 40 hours per week.
Typical Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ( no weekends! ) As a reminder, all county employees are considered essential and must be prepared to protect and support the community and its citizens. Each employee, without exception, will have a duty assignment and be required to work during a disaster or declared emergency. About Everything Else Environmental Specialist I (
Starting Pay:
$24.74/hr )
Minimum Requirements:
Minimum of a 2-year degree with 2+ years of related work experience.
OR:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in biological, physical or environmental sciences, environmental engineering or related field
OR:
4+ years of progressively responsible experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required college degree. Valid Florida driver's license by date of hire. Environmental Specialist II (
Starting Pay:
$56,139.20/annually )
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in biological, physical or environmental sciences, environmental engineering or related field with 2+ years of professional experience.
OR:
Master's degree may substitute for 1 year of professional experience.
OR:
6+ years of progressively responsible experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required college degree. Valid Florida driver's license by date of hire. The ideal candidate has the following knowledge, skills, and/or abilities: Please note that these are not requirements but bonuses for your consideration. Working knowledge and experience with landfill gas collection & destruction systems; water field sampling protocols. Knowledge of Title V, NSPS, GHG, Groundwater, Surface Water and NPDES regulations. Knowledge of landfill gas and environmental sampling/monitoring equipment. Principles of landfill gas & systems, certified NPDES inspector, environmental sampling courses & training. Knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic pump systems. Ability to drive utility vehicle and tow a trailer. Subject to
Passing Substance Screening:
This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment for a period of five years.
Physical Demands:
Employees in this role must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 lbs. Employees can use handling devices (dolly, cart, etc.) or work with another team member to lift and/or move excessive poundage of 50-plus pounds.