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Environmental Resources Specialist I, II
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Mon. 11/30/09 11:59 PM Pacific Time
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See Position Description
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Full-Time |
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Santa Ana, CA, California
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Environmental Resources Specialist I, II
THIS IS AN OPEN TO THE PUBLIC RECRUITMENT
This recruitment is being held to establish an Open Eligible List to fill Environmental Resources Specialist I, II vacancies until the next recruitment.
OC PUBLIC WORKS
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THE COUNTY OF ORANGE – The Place to Work, Live and Play
Orange County is a desirable place to live and is one of the premier employers in the region, as well as the second largest county in California. At the County you will find variety, individual opportunity, job satisfaction, and the pleasure of working with colleagues who are dedicated to making a positive difference. Over the years, Orange County has established a reputation as an innovative leader among local governments and services over 3,000,000 people who live within its 34 cities. Residents enjoy over 42 miles of pristine beaches, 3 harbors, vast wilderness parks, beautiful nature preserves, and 250 miles of riding and hiking trails. Orange County has top-rated attractions from Disneyland to several major professional sports teams, a wide range of cultural arts, as well as some of the highest quality public and private schools in the nation. There is no doubt that Orange County is a great place to work, live and play.
OC PUBLIC WORKS - COME JOIN OUR TEAM
OC Public Works provides services on a regional basis to unincorporated areas, to cities, and to other County agencies and departments. The primary mission of the department is to provide, operate, and maintain public facilities and regional resources and ensure safe construction and development standards and protection of the environment and improvement of the quality of life for the people of Orange County, in addition, to providing land development services for the unincorporated County of Orange.
OC Public Works is a unique County department comprised of five core functions, each of which directly impacts the quality of life for Orange County residents and the private sector. Our core businesses include Administration, OC Facilities, OC Planning, OC Engineering and Planned Communities.
THE OPPORTUNITY
OC Watersheds, a division of OC Planning, has an excellent job opportunity to perform a variety of assignments in programs designed to monitor, maintain, or improve the quality of environmental factors related to the County’s land and water resources.
OC WATERSHEDS IS LOOKING FOR SPECIALISTS WHO CAN
- Be part of a skilled professional staff performing a wide variety of environmental assignments related to the protection and enhancement of Orange County’s streams, channels, bays and coastal waters
- Implement regulatory compliance programs in response to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits and Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) requirements throughout Orange County
- Conduct specialized environmental studies
- Conduct field monitoring of water quality and quantity
- Assess environmental data and prepare informational / scientific / technical / compliance reports for public , technical, executive management, elected official and regulatory oversight audiences
- Manage specialized consultant contracts
- Make presentations in public and professional settings
- Support multi-agency working groups
- Conduct technical reviews of reports, permits, work plans, etc. prepared by others
- Contribute to OC Public Works’ leadership role in the management of surface water quality in Orange County
To learn more about the Watersheds division please click below.
  
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
ERS LEVEL I: A minimum of 30 upper division semester units (300 level classes and above) in environmental, biological, or physical science or a related science field.
ERS LEVEL II: In addition to the education listed for Level I, one year of technical experience related to this position.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES
TECHNICAL ENVIRONMENT - Proven Knowledge of:
- Methods of scientific research and analysis
- Chemical laboratory methods, laboratory safety, sample handling protocols, equipment, materials and facilities
- Statistical techniques and their applications
- Federal, State and County laws, regulations and policies governing surface water quality
- NPDES and TMDL compliance programs
ACTIVE COMMUNICATION - Proven Ability to:
- Write effectively
- Use computers and software, especially in MS Office Suite with emphasis on Excel
- Communicate clearly in public presentations
- Understand and follow oral and written technical instructions
- Build and maintain effective working relationships
PROBLEM SOLVING - Proven Ability To:
- Set priorities and work on multiple projects
- Collect environmental samples through prescribed methods
- Perform common chemical and physical analyses of various compound substances in water and other environmental samples
- Prepare informational, scientific, technical and compliance reports
- Interpret laws, regulations and policies
- Assess new situations not previously faced
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The County of Orange is committed to providing a means for applicants who may have a disability to identify areas in which they may request a reasonable accommodation. The following is a description of the physical and mental abilities which are customarily required to perform the essential job functions of this position. Applicants are encouraged to contact the recruiter listed below for any questions or to request an accommodation during testing/selection procedure.
The requirements are: vision to perceive colors normally; read fine print such as technical manuals, reports, computer screens and instruments; operate instruments and motor vehicles; independent body mobility to traverse irregular terrain, ditches, shallow water; and ascend/descend slopes of varying pitch, descend into channels below ground level, enter and work in confined spaces, including use of self contained breathing apparatus; strength to lift up to 50 pounds; physical stamina to work outside in extremes in weather conditions; mental stamina and resilience to engage in difficult and complex interactions with hostile members of the public and with subordinates, managers and officials with differing points of view, regarding sensitive policy, budget, legal, and technical issues; and olfactory ability to perceive the presence of, and distinguish odors. The position may result in exposure to various organic and inorganic substances and compounds.
SALARY
ERS LEVEL I : $20.97 per hour up to $25.23 per hour
ERS LEVEL II: $23.26 per hour up to $31.34 per hour
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE JOB SPECIFICATIONS
THE RECRUITMENT
This recruitment is being held to establish an Open Eligible List to fill future OC Public Works vacancies at this level. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as this recruitment will close at 11:59 PM on Monday, November 30, 2009.
SELECTION PROCEDURES
Applications must emphasize all the areas in which you have expertise and accomplishments in the specific competencies related to the position, as applications will be screened to identify the most qualified candidates.
- Minimum Qualifications
(Refer/Non-Refer): OC Public Works Human Resources screens all applications to identify the most qualified candidates for the position based on the skills required to meet the needs of the County. After the initial screening, the more qualified candidates will be referred to the next step of the selection process.
Application/Supplemental Screening (Refer/Non-Refer): An Application Appraisal Panel of job knowledge experts will thoroughly screen all application materials and rate for job knowledge, competencies and related experience described above. (The information you provide will be used as a scoring device, so please be descriptive in your response.)
Written Test (Refer/Non-Refer): A technical exam consisting of job-related multiple-choice questions and written exercises will be administered. Successful candidates will be referred to the next step.
Qualifications Appraisal Panel Interview (Weighted 100%): Candidates will be interviewed and rated by a panel of job knowledge experts. Each candidate’s rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the candidates’ qualifications for the job. (Please note: The panel of job knowledge experts is not granted access to the candidate’s application prior to the panel interview; therefore, a candidate’s responses to the structured questions should be thorough, detailed and complete.)
HOW TO APPLY
- Apply online by clicking the "Apply" link above- Only online applications with completed supplemental question will be accepted.
- All applications must be submitted online to receive consideration. RÉSUMÉS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF AN ONLINE APPLICATION. Application information must be current, succinct and related to the requirements in this job announcement. Please Note: You may only apply once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified.
- Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is on your application and only use one email account. ***User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions you apply for. ***
- Your application should highlight all of the areas in which you have developed expertise, matching your professional experience with the specific requirements listed as Minimum Qualifications and job-related competencies.
- Click Here for Frequently Asked Questions .
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"The County of Orange, an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply."
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