Solid Waste Environment Investigator - C

Job Title

Solid Waste Environment Investigator - C

Pay Rate Min to Mid Range

$23.75 - $27.91

Time Type

Full time

Summary

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serves as subject matter expert, individually motivated and operating with a sense of urgency and personal accountability

• Working in conjunction with the Solid Waste Customer Coordinator, follows up on delinquent accounts in the Pilot Trash program areas

• Investigates complaints and information regarding properties failing to participate as required in the program

• Ensures compliance with the County and State's Solid Waste ordinances

• Assists Code Compliance Officers in investigations regarding trash or refuse accumulations

• Prepares notices of violations indicating requirements for compliance

• Delivers notices of code violations to owners

• Writes Citations where expedited court action is required

• Prepares detailed reports for future court appearances

• Prepares cases for court

• Serves court citations

• Testifies in court as an expert witness for the County

• Maintain all documentation and actions taken for each investigation

• Assists On-site Sewage Facilities (OSSF) inspectors with any violations or citations for illegal installations of septic systems

• Serve as a resource and provides solid waste information on local and state regulations to property owners, residents, businesses, the public and other County Offices/Departments

• May assist other officers within the Department in various environmental complaints

• Performs related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in science or closely related fields, or an equivalent combination of education and 5 years experience

• Good knowledge of OSSF State and County regulations; good knowledge of environmental health and safety standards and practices

• Skill in operating basic surveying equipment; skill in operating personal computer

• Ability to perceive or visualize spatial relationships of plane and solid objects; ability to effectively respond to customer inquiries and complaints ability to operate personal computer; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, outside agencies, contractors and the public

• Must demonstrate technological intuitiveness

• Must be a State Certified OSSF Inspector or must obtain a State Certified OSSF Inspector certification within two (2) years of hiring date

• Must possess a valid Texas State Driver's License

• Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance

• Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test

• May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek; required to be on-call 24-hours a day

Working Environment and Physical Demands:

• Working conditions are primarily outdoors; occasionally move about the office / telework office

• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks (i.e. cramped work areas), which require following basic safety precautions

• Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperature variations (i.e. rainy and icy conditions), rough terrain, poisonous plants, dirt, dust, fumes, vapor, smoke, unpleasant odors, hazardous materials, flammable liquids, sewage, damp or wet surfaces, insect and/or animal bites

• Frequently moves equipment weighing up to 15 pounds

• Constantly operates tools and equipment

• Frequently communicates with others using approved technological resources; must be able to exchange accurate information through designated systems within a timely manner

• Constantly positions self to perform essential functions of the job in an office / telework environment

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position

Working With Bexar County

Bexar County offers employees a competitive salary, retirement, and benefits. Many employee benefits are available to an employee’s spouse/plus one qualifying adult and dependent child(ren). Employee benefits are strategically designed to support an employee and family, work/life balance.

Employee Benefits | Bexar County, TX - Official Website

Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.