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Public Works Environmental Resource Analyst I/II Print ( Apply ? Public Works Environmental Resource Analyst I/II Salary $69,909.58 - $107,183.47 Annually Location Ventura and may require travel throughout Ventura County, CA Job Type Full-Time Regular Job Number 0024PWA-24AA (KF) Department Public Works Agency Opening Date 11/12/2024 Closing Date 11/27/2024 5:00 PM Pacific Description Benefits Questions Description WHAT WE OFFER The County of Ventura offers an attractive compensation and benefits package that includes: A General Salary Increase of 3.5% effective December 22, 2024. Merit Increases: New employees are eligible for an initial 5% merit increase within the pay range upon completion of at least 1,040 hours (approximately 6 months) assuming work meets satisfactory standards. Subsequent merit increases within the pay range will be upon completion of each additional 2,080 hours (approximately one year) from the initial merit increase. Educational Incentive: An educational incentive of 2.5% for completion of an associate degree, 3.5% for completion of a bachelor's degree OR 5% for completion of a graduate degree. Bilingual Incentive: Based on agency need, proficiency levels by exam are $.69 per hour (Level I), $1.00 per hour (Level II) or $1.32 per hour (Level III). Flexible Workweek/Telework Schedule: We support a work/life balance by offering compressed work (e.g., 9/80 workweek) and remote hybrid telework schedules for some positions subject to organizational needs and satisfactory performance. Vacation Accrual: New regular, full-time employees shall accrue approximately 14 days of vacation a year for the first 10,400 hours or 5 years of service; vacation accruals increase at 5, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 and 20 years of service topping out at 26 days a year and 400 hours of vacation hours banked. Annual Leave Redemption: After 14,560 hours of continuous County service an employee may elect to "cash-in" or redeem up to 80 hours of vacation accrued in the same year after using 80 hours of vacation in the preceding 12 months. Sick Leave: Full-time regular employees accrue 3.08 hours of sick leave per bi-weekly pay period with an advance at hire of 40.04 hours which will be balanced at the completion of 13 bi-weekly pay periods. Deferred Compensation: Eligible to participate in the County's 401(k) Shared Savings Plan and/or the Section 457 Plan. This position is eligible for up to a 3.00% match on your 401(k) contributions. Health Plans: Full-time employees are given a flexible credit allowance of up to $23,530 annually to offset the purchase of medical, dental and/or vision insurance for you and your dependents. Employee only: $502 per biweekly pay period Employee plus one dependent: $730 per biweekly pay period Employee plus family: $905 per biweekly pay period Flexible Spending Accounts: Pre-tax benefit towards eligible medical, dental and vision care and/or dependent care expenses. Pension Plan: Participation in the County's defined pension plan, which has reciprocity with CalPERS. Holidays: 12 paid days per year which includes a scheduled floating holiday. Additional Benefits: Tuition Reimbursement, Disability Plans, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Wellness Program. The PUBLIC WORKS AGENCY, Water and Sanitation Department is responsible for providing high-quality water supply to meet the community's needs in the Ventura County Waterworks District; and collects, treats and disposes of wastewater safely and efficiently. Its Integrated Waste Management Division plays an important role in our environment, reducing solid waste, preventing pollution, and promoting the sustainable management of waste materials primarily in unincorporated communities. THE POSITION Under general (I) supervision or direction (II), researches, analyzes and interprets information and data necessary to meet solid waste management objectives; prepares written reports; makes oral presentations; coordinates and/or negotiates with others on programs; provides information to the general public; provides a variety of supported program and project recommendations for management consideration; interacts with the County's Board of Supervisors and their staff; maintains awareness of state solid waste and household hazardous waste rules and regulations; and performs related duties as required. THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE The successful candidate not only possesses the minimum requirements of the position but also possess some experience coordinating and managing events related to solid waste management; and has strong interpersonal skills with experience working with a variety of local, state and federal representatives and the general public. Additionally, the successful candidate has a proven ability to identify issues, analyze information and resolve problems; and has strong communication skills, both written and verbal. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Environmental Resource Analyst I (ERA I) is the entry-level classification in the job series and performs routine assignments that become increasingly complex over time. Environmental Resource Analyst II (ERA II) may act as project team leaders and program coordinators. Each succeeding step in the job series is expected to function at a higher level of individual initiative, creativity, self-direction and independent judgment. APPROXIMATE SALARIES Environmental Resource Analyst I: $2,688.83 - $3,754.19 /biweekly Environmental Resource Analyst II: $2,937.57 - $4,122.44 /biweekly Examples Of Duties Duties include, but are not limited to the following: Coordinates neighborhood clean-up events/programs to collect materials such as Hazardous Household Waste (HHW), Construction and Demolition Debris (C&D) and Electronic Waste (e-waste) within two (2) Community Service Districts, some of which may be controversial or politically sensitive; and performs site visits as needed. Responds and provides information to County employees, representatives from other agencies and the public regarding the Integrated Waste Management Division's (IWMD) plans, programs, projects, applicable ordinances, policies and procedures; and assists with the public counter. Reviews a variety of reports and applications including hauler tonnage, zoning clearances, Conditional Use Permits (CUP) and C&D applications using specific technology systems/programs; and provides guidance to assure completion/accuracy of reports/applications. Creates printed/graphic/electronic materials such as flyers, brochures, newsletters, visual displays, signs and newspaper ads, and coordinates the reproduction and distribution of materials; maintains related information on PWA social media and public postings webpages. Researches, compiles and interprets information and data; prepares a variety of technical reports and makes policy recommendations for IWMD resource programs and projects. Attends meetings and/or performs job functions in the department's East County office. Performs other related duties as required. Environmental Resource Analyst I and II are represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and not eligible for overtime compensation. Typical Qualifications These are entrance requirements to the examination process and assure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list. EDUCATION, TRAINING and EXPERIENCE Any combination of education and experience that has led to the required knowledge, skills and abilities. This can be obtained by completion of a Bachelor's degree in environmental science, public administration, engineering or a related field; AND at least one (1) year (ERA I) OR two (2) years (ERA II) of experience in solid waste management. Solid waste management includes: planning and/or operations associated with the reduction, handling, processing or disposal of solid or household hazardous waste. A Master's degree in environmental science, public administration, engineering or a related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Must possess and maintain a valid California driver's license; and Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Skills must be demonstrated in the completion of the employment application and supplemental questionnaire. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Work is performed primarily in an office environment with occasional visits to waste handling, processing and disposal locations; and incumbents may work events on an occasional Saturday in lieu of a regular scheduled workday. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES Some (I) to working (II) knowledge of: principles, practices & techniques of solid waste management: waste reduction, handling, processing, diversion and disposal; resource recovery and source reduction programs; federal, state, and local laws, regulations and policies relating to solid waste management; research methods and policy analysis; and intergovernmental and interagency relationships. Some knowledge of (II): principles of solid waste management protection programs including the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) with respect to conditioning land-use reviews for optimal solid waste management, Covered Electronic Waste (CEW) recycling program, California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA) and the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) Hazardous Household Waste (HHW). Some (I) to working (II) ability to: analyze a variety of organizational and administrative problems; make sound policy, procedural and programmatic recommendations; collect, compile, analyze and interpret data; read and analyze new and existing laws and regulations, program guidelines and policies; work independently and in a team environment; identify state or federal grant opportunities, and submit applications for such; communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; make effective public presentations; maintain effective working relationships with the Board of Supervisors and their staff, Elected Officials, County employees, representatives from other agencies and the general public; effectively use provided technology and software programs such as Customer Relations Manager software, solid waste tonnage and tracking software and Microsoft Office applications; and function as a project leader or program coordinator (II). Recruitment Process FINAL FILING DATE: Your application must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources no later than 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 27, 2024. To apply online, please refer to our web site at If you prefer to fill out a paper application, please call (805) 654-5129 for application materials and submit them to County of Ventura, Human Resources, 800 South Victoria Avenue, L-1970, Ventura, CA 93009. NOTE TO APPLICANTS: It is essential that you complete all sections of your application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and accurately to demonstrate your qualification. A resume and/or other related documents may be attached to supplement the information in your application; however, it/they may not be substituted in lieu of the application. NOTE: If presently permanently employed in another "merit" or "civil service" public agency/entity in the same or substantively similar position as is advertised, and if appointed to that position by successful performance in a "merit" or "civil service" style examination, then appointment by "Lateral Transfer" may be possible. If interested, please click here ( for additional information. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE - qualifying: All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this exam at the time of filing. This questionnaire may be used throughout the examination process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position. Failure to complete and submit the questionnaire may result in removal of the application from further consideration. APPLICATION EVALUATION - qualifying: All applications will be reviewed to determine whether the stated requirements are met. Applicants meeting the stated requirements will be invited to continue to the next step in the recruitment process. TRAINING and EXPERIENCE EVALUATION: A Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E) is a structured evaluation of the job application materials submitted by a candidate, including the written responses to the supplemental questionnaire. The T&E is NOT a determination of whether the candidate meets the stated requirements; rather, the T&E is one method for determining who are the better qualified among those who have shown that they meet the stated requirements. In a T&E, applications are either scored or rank ordered according to criteria that most closely meet the business needs of the department. Candidates are typically scored/ranked in relation to one another; consequently, when the pool of candidates is exceptionally strong, many qualified candidates may receive a score or rank which is moderate or even low resulting in them not being advanced in the process. NOTE: The selection process will likely consist of an Oral Examination, which may be preceded by or replaced with a score from a Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E), contingent upon the size and quality of the candidate pool. In a typical T&E, your training and experience are evaluated in relation to the background, experience and factors identified for successful job performance during a job analysis. For this reason, it is recommended that your application materials clearly show your relevant background and specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities. It is also highly recommended that the supplemental questions within the application are completed with care and diligence. Candidates must earn a score of seventy percent (70%) or higher to qualify for placement on the eligible list. ORAL EXAMINATION - 100%: A job-related oral examination may be conducted to evaluate and compare participating candidates' knowledge, skills, and abilities in relation to those factors which job analysis has determined to be essential for successful performance of the job. Candidates must earn a score of seventy percent (70%) or higher to qualify for placement on the eligible list. If there are three (3) or fewer qualified applicants, an examination will not be conducted. Instead, a score of seventy percent (70%) will be assigned to each application, and each applicant will be placed on the eligible list. ELIGIBLE LIST: Candidates successfully completing the examination process may be placed on an eligible list for a period of one (1) year. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill present and future Regular (including Temporary, and Fixed-term), Extra Help and Intermittent vacancies for this position (or similar positions) only. There is currently one (1) Regular vacancy. Note: If appointed at the lower level, incumbents may be promoted to the higher level without further examination upon meeting the minimum requirements, demonstrating satisfactory performance, and in accordance with business needs of the department. BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: The selected candidate may be subjected to a thorough post-offer, pre-employment background investigation which may include inquiry into past employment, education, criminal background information, and driving record. For further information about this recruitment, please contact Kelli Fitzgerald by email at kelli.fitzgerald@ventura.org. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. YOUR BENEFITS AS A COUNTY OF VENTURA EMPLOYEE Service Employees International Union (LOCAL 721) (SEIU) To learn more about Benefits, Retirement, and the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), see links below. Benefits website ( or you may call (805) 654-2570. Retirement FAQ's ( Memorandum of Agreement Union Codes: UPA, UPC, UPE, UPH, UPI, UPJ, UPT, UWS 01 The eligible list for this recruitment may be established by way of a Training & Experience (T&E) evaluation of your application; therefore, it is imperative that you provide full, complete responses to the supplemental questions below and provide detail in the Work Experience section to support your answers. Your final score will reflect any insufficient and/or missing, inconsistent information. Do you understand this statement? Yes No 02 Do you possess or have the ability to obtain and maintain a valid California driver's license? Yes No 03 Please indicate the highest level of education you have completed. No high school diploma or GED High school diploma or GED 1 to less than 60 semester units of college course work 60 or more semester units of college course work, but no degree Associate's degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree or higher 04 Please indicate the major field of study for the highest level of education you indicated above. Environmental Science Engineering Public Administration Other closely related field of study related to this position Other field of study not related to this position N/A 05 If you marked "Other closely related field of study related to this position" in the question above, please indicate the field of study for your highest level of educational achievement AND how it relates to this position. (Indicate "N/A" if not applicable.) 06 Which option below best describes your full-time progressively responsible solid waste management experience? (NOTE: Full-time is considered 40 hours per week; anything less than that must be prorated.) No experience Some to less than 1 year 1 year to less than 2 years 2 years to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 4 years 4 or more years 07 Describe your solid waste management experience. Be thorough and clear in your response and include the following: A. Employer(s); B. Job title(s); C. Time frame(s) (start and end dates in month/year format); AND D. Detailed description of your role(s) and responsibilities. If you do not have this type of experience, please indicate "no experience." 08 Describe your knowledge of solid waste management practices. Provide an example of your experience that illustrates your breadth and depth of knowledge in this area. Please also include the following: A. Any laws, regulations and/or policies you adhere to successfully perform the job; AND B. Any experience you may have with identifying and applying for state/federal grants. If you do not have this type of experience, please indicate "no experience. 09 Provide a clear and thorough description of an organizational/administrative issue that you experienced working independently and/or as a project coordinator/leader; and include the following: A. The specific issue/problem; B. Any information you researched, analyzed, collected and interpreted; C. Any policy, procedural, programmatic recommendations you made; AND D. The outcome. If you do not have this type of experience, please indicate "no experience." 10 Establishing rapport, building partnerships and maintaining effective communication with the Board of Supervisors and their staff, Elected Officials, County employees, representatives from other agencies and the general public are essential functions of this position. What are your methods/techniques in performing these functions successfully? Include any experience you may have working with these types of groups. If you do not have this type of experience, please indicate "no experience." 11 Describe your proficiency in the use of technology and software programs such as Customer Relations Manager software, solid waste tonnage and tracking software and Microsoft Office applications. For each item, include the following: A. Your proficiency level (beginner, intermediate, advanced, expert); AND B. Description of your use of the items to demonstrate your proficiency. If you do not have this type of experience, please indicate "no experience." 12 Please select from the choices below, which level(s) in this classification series you want to be considered for. You may select more than one. PW Environmental Resource Analyst I PW Environmental Resource Analyst II Required Question Agency Ventura County Address 800 S. Victoria Avenue LOC. #1970 Ventura, California, 93009 Phone (805) 654-5129 Website Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email

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