Are you looking for a career with purpose? An environment to enhance your leadership skills? Our Solid Waste Department is looking for You, a forward-thinking leader who will partner effectively with our stakeholders . The Environmental Compliance Coordinator is responsible for the overall environmental compliance, coordination, and reporting for the Solid Waste Department including municipal solid waste landfill, collection operations, and other facilities. We offer an e xcellent benefits package to include health, dental and vision, defined contribution plan (457b), life insurance, wellness programs, vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, employee assistance program, home buyers' program, tuition reimbursement and more! Click on the following link to obtain additional information on the Landfill Landfill expansion on Dean Forest Road complete (wtoc.com) Submit your application today....We look forward to having you join team Savannah!

• Provides oversight to ensure operations and facilities comply with all Federal, State, and local environmental laws and regulations; develops, reviews, and maintains records required to demonstrate compliance with applicable permits.
• Conducts visual and field sampling to include monthly leachate collection, tank inspections, quarterly methane monitoring, and stormwater sampling for Dean Forest Road Landfill (DFRLF), Solid Waste Headquarters, and Bacon Park Convenience Center performs inspections or assessments to determine compliance and provide advice/recommendations regarding compliance issues and corrective actions.
• Prepares reports (i.e., monthly, quarterly, and annually) and plans for submittal in Georgia Environmental Online System (GEOS) and submits Accidental Discharge/Slug Control Plans to Industrial Pretreatment.
• Stay abreast of relevant environmental regulations, communicate compliance schedules to department/division management and report operational impacts.
• Serves as contact with internal and external partners to resolve complaints and/or problems.
• Procures services or materials for the administration and implementation of environmental programs.
• Serves and liaison with third-party vendors and governmental agencies.
• Submit and apply for Scrap Tire Abatement Reimbursement from Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) on behalf of the City of Savannah including gathering records, photos and documentation needed to submit the application.
• Provides annual staff training for Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures (SPCC).
• Monitors landfill and maintenance report for Deptford Tract Site and submits reimbursement for Georgia's Hazardous Waste Trust Fund if applicable (HWTF).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Sciences, Engineering, or Public Administration; with four (4) years of experience in environmental science and regulatory oversight; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history. Additional Requirements Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of the State of Georgia Solid Waste Management, Air Quality, and Groundwater Protection rules and regulations Able to exhibit technical skills and attention to detail Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills Familiar with environmental terminology and regulations applicable to Municipal Solid Waste operations and management Proficiency in report writing; use of Microsoft applications Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration. Knowledge of city budgetary and purchasing policies and procedures. Knowledge of human resources principles, practices, and policies. Skill in developing short- and long-range plans. Skill in establishing priorities and organizing work. Skill in the resolution of conflicts. Skill in public and interpersonal relations. Skill in oral and written communication. Minimum Standards

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Senior Director, Solid Waste and Division Director, Refuse Disposal assigns work in terms of department goals and objectives. The work is reviewed through conferences, reports, audits, and observation of department activities.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include the Environmental Compliance schedule; environmental laws and regulations; Georgia Environmental Protection Department Solid Waste Management rules, regulations, and guidelines; Georgia EPD air quality and emission rules/regulations; the Georgia Solid Waste Management Act; Environmental Protection Agency guidelines. These guidelines require judgement, selection, and interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY

The work consists of varied administrative duties. Strict regulations contribute to the complexity of the position.

SCOPE AND EFFECT

The purpose of this position is to administer solid waste monitoring procedures and environmental compliance monitoring. Success in this position results in compliance with environmental regulations.

PERSONAL CONTACTS

Contacts are typically with co-workers, City employees, State and Federal regulators, consultants, elected and appointed officials, and members of the general public.

PURPOSE OF CONTACTS

Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, provide services, resolve problems, motivate personnel, and justify or defend matters.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work requires sitting at a desk with some light/moderate lifting on occasions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed in both the office and field environments.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None