Environmental Compliance Administrator

Job Description:

Environmental Compliance Administrator

Description

General

Facilities Environmental Compliance is responsible for the oversight of compliance measures and close monitoring of all District facilities and equipment to regulatory standards from federal, state, regional and local agencies. The Facilities Environmental Compliance position upholds that facilities/equipment are operated and inspected consistent to District’s regulatory measures and coordinates maintenance and repair actions to uphold a State of Good Repair. This position ensures prompt notification to applicable regulatory agencies and supports District’s fulfillment of reliable, timely, effective and proactive environmental stewardship.

Essential Functions & Duties

• Act as primary environmental contact for local, regional, state and federal regulatory agencies and become fully proficient in their respective web portals.
• Monitor and oversee regulatory permit requirements and proper maintenance/retention of applicable compliance records.
• Conduct and/or coordinate with staff and/or third-party contractors for regulatory inspections and scheduled reports of District facilities and equipment.
• Ensure completion of timely and accurate regulatory tests/reports by self, District staff and/or third-party contractors.
• Plan, develop and document a comprehensive training programs to support District in meeting regulatory standards and environmental best practices. Applicable programs will address content, teaching methods and training frequency.
• Work with other staff and/or consultants to assist in the creation of training and education materials for a safe working environment.

Examples of Duties:

• Establish working relationships with Facilities Staff, Bus Maintenance Staff, other departments, local authorities and regulatory agencies to provide technical support and/or coordination of regulatory measures.
• Develop and promote Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to guide District staff in meeting regulatory standards and environmental best practices.
• Ensure that District staff and environmental agencies have immediate access to CERS/CUPA data for emergency personnel, first-responders, and regulatory auditors.
• Develop and maintain current data/resources to validate District’s compliance measures relative to Authorities Having Jurisdiction - largely the CUPA and the US EPA Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act.
• Coordinate with District staff, consultants, and/or regulatory agencies that new developments, evolving technologies, and changing site conditions are compliant to regulatory standards.
• Participate in pre-construction conferences and visit construction sites to monitor contractor’s compliance measures. Monitor third-party contractors for field performance standards and training criteria. Resolve conflicts using progressive measures.
• Provide management with periodic status reports of assigned tasks and duties, including scope, schedule, and costs plus any applicable variances, allowable, and/or corrective actions.
• Coordinate with District staff to assist with facility site inventories relative to the annual Hazardous Materials Business Plan.
• Coordinate with District staff to provide existing site data relative to CEQA assessments, and/or sustainability metrics.
• Function as a technical resource to stakeholders on environmental compliance measures, construction best practices, enforcement standards, and evolving new technologies.
• Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect oneself, fellow employees, and the public from injury or harm.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Sufficient experience, training, and/or education to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and ability necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. In lieu of a degree, work-related experience that demonstrates the skills and experience necessary to perform this role will be accepted. Development of the required knowledge and abilities is typically obtained through but not limited to:

• Associate degree in Engineering, Environmental Studies, Safety, Public Health, or a closely related field.
• Five (5) years’ progressive work experience in environmental assessment, compliance monitoring, safety training, and/or construction management.
• Ability to respond 24/7

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to possess a valid California driver’s license.
• Operate PC and demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Possession of a valid 24-hour Hazardous Waste Operations Class Certification (HAZWOPR) is required within 6 months of the start of employment. Once obtained, the certification must be maintained throughout employment.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Prior experience with California CERS/CUPA database is desirable.
• Prior experience with Stormwater and Urban Runoff programs is desirable.
• Prior experience with Hazardous Materials and HazMat manifest tracking is desirable.
• Prior experience with Underground and Aboveground Storage Tanks is desirable.

Below is a summary of the comprehensive benefits provided to District full-time employees:

Health and Welfare Benefits:

• Healthcare Benefits -District employees are offered a choice of healthcare providers under the CalPERS Health Benefits Program.The District will contribute ninety (90) percent towards monthly premiums for full-time employees. Fifty (50) percent for part-time employees.
  
• Free Dental and Vision Benefits provided - Employer Covers Premiums
  
• Free Employee Assistance Benefit - Employees are entitled to 5 face-to-face sessions or telephonic or web-video consultations for problem-solving support per incident, per calendar year.
  

• Flexible Spending Accounts - Pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified Health or Dependent Care expenses.
  

Retirement Medical Benefits:

• Long Term Disability Insurance - After 90 days of total disability, Administrative full-time employees are eligible for 60% of monthly income covered by the District.
  
• Health and Wellness - Gyms located at most work locations and discounted Weight Watcher Membership Option.
  

Holidays and Paid Time Off:

• Paid Time Off - Newly hired employees accrue 6.5 hours bi-weekly when hired (if Exempt 8.25 hours).As you move up in years of service credit, the rate of the amount of PTO accrued will also increase.
  
• Paid Holidays - The District provides seven paid holidays throughout the year - New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day (July 4th), Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day
  
• Floating Holidays - District employees can earn up to five (5) floating holidays.
  

Financial Planning Benefits:

• Pension Benefits through CalPERS -You must have a minimum of 5 years of service to be eligible for this pension.
  

• CalPERS PEPRA vs. Classic - All employees hired on, or after January 1, 2013, are considered PEPRA members and will contribute 8% of their salary up to the maximum IRS cut-off. All Classic members will contribute 6%
  
• Deferred Compensation Options - Select to contribute to one or both of our Tax Deferred Compensation Options
  
• Reliance Standard Life Insurance with 100% premium paid by the District - 1 times annual salary of employee - max $200,000
  
• Optional Life Insurance - Employees may purchase additional life insurance for themselves and their eligible family members.
  

Growth and Education Benefits:

• Professional Development - Access to LinkedIn Learning and San Mateo County’s professional training. District Tuition Reimbursement Program - A maximum of $5,250 per year for courses related to your job or career goals with the District.
  
• Computer Loan Program - Interest-free two-year loan with a maximum amount of $2,000.
  

Other Amazing Benefits:

• Credit Union - Employees and family members are eligible to join the San Mateo Credit Union and Patelco Credit Union.
  
• Employee Clean Commute (ECC) - Car/Van poolers and Public Transit riders receive a monthly reimbursement.
  
• Commuter Benefits - Free Employee Parking; Free Bus Pass for employee as well as children/spouse; Clipper Card/Go Pass Program for Central employees.
  

For union employees, all of the above benefits are subject to the employee’s Collective Bargaining Agreement. Benefits listed are also subject to change with or without notice and are subject to contract/provider terms and conditions.

Closing Date/Time: 7/12/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$117,163.00 - $164,868.00 Annually