Salary : $65,401.26 - $104,381.37 Annually
Location : WWS Copans, 2555 W Copans Rd., Pompano Beach, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: PW WWS Operations Div Compl
Opening Date: 07/17/2026

REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES
TheBroward County Public Works Department is seeking qualified candidates for the following exciting opportunity: Environmental Specialist - WATER/WASTEWATER
NOTE: This Announcement will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received and may close at any time.

The Environmental Specialist may be responsible for coordinating field work, compliance testing and monitoring site conditions related to the emergency generator compliance requirements, storage tank program compliance, in addition to tracking, analysis and reporting of data specific to water, wastewater and groundwater sampling at a Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) for regulatory reporting purposes. Types of reporting include the Consumer Confidence Report, WWTP monthly discharge monitoring report and the Natural Attenuation Monitoring for remediation projects, tracking and compilation of co-generator project, and Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) facility data. Reviews compliance related project scopes of work and the coordination of environmental compliance inspections with regulatory agencies, in relation to the storage tank program, air operations permit, and the coordination of special project sampling events. Knowledge of federal and state environmental standards and regulations and understanding of current environmental legislation and regulations.

The Environmental Specialist develops trend graphs and reports and facilitates the sharing of data analysis results pertinent to the divisions operations and maintenance staff, billing meter staff and Water and Wastewater Services project partners and consultants to facilitate timely responses to any observed anomalies and to ensure continued environmental permit compliance and informed decision making. In addition, the Environmental Specialist develops curricula and trains employees.
General Description
Serves as a project manager for environmental projects related to regulatory compliance.
Works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in environmental sciences, environmental planning or closely related field.

Requires two (2) years in environmental/natural resource program compliance or closely related experience.
Special Certifications and Licenses
None.
Must Possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License.

Preferences

• Master's Degree in Natural or Environmental Sciences
• Correspondence or vocational school certification in water and or wastewater treatment
• Possession of a Florida Industrial Pretreatment Association Certification- level B, or higher
• Possession of a Water and/or Wastewater Treatment license
• Possession of a Collections System Operator or Distribution System Operator License
• At least (3) years of experience in regulatory compliance
• At least (1) year of experience in water or wastewater facility compliance and/or regulations
• At least (1) year of experience in public speaking, public outreach, or communication (verbal and written) skills
• At least (1) year of experience in Consumer Confidence Report development
• At least (1) year experience in investigating water quality complaints

SCOPE OF WORK

Duties and Responsibilities
The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.

Manages projects and consultant coordination including project critical paths, organizing field work, project update meetings; renews/procures contracts, proposals and agreements; provides administrative project management, invoicing review, payment processing, retainage release, and final payment/project close-out.

Conducts environmental compliance inspections; performs regulatory agency coordination for environmental compliance inspections; maintains regulatory permits necessary for continued operation.

Receives and responds to noise complaints and inquiries; conducts and coordinates tenant inspections.

Utilizes/analyzes data specific to current site conditions from laboratory analysis of soil/groundwater site samples to guide the progression of remediation/mitigation at related environmental projects; creates reports from this data and the analysis for which remediation techniques would best be utilized are weighted on a project to project basis depending on site characterization and contamination profiles.

Performs related work as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Physical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)
Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

Involves routine and frequent exposure to traffic; moving machinery.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
County Core Values
All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies©.

• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

01

In order to be considered, applicants must provide accurate and complete education and work history information. The referenced information listed on the online application will be used to determine the applicant's qualifications toward meeting the minimum requirements for the position.Do you understand, in order to be considered for this position, accurate and complete education and work history information must be provided?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in environmental sciences, environmental planning or closely related field?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess two (2) years in environmental/natural resource program compliance or closely related experience?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you possess a valid Florida Class E Driver's License in good standing?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have a Master's Degree or higher in Natural or Environmental Sciences, Chemistry, or a closely related field? If yes, specify the area of study.

• Yes
• No

06

What is your direct experience reviewing environmental permit applications? Explain.
07

What is your direct experience ensuring environmental compliance with regulatory requirements? Provide examples.
08

What resources do you use to remain knowledgeable of current environmental legislation and regulations?
09

Please list any certifications you possess in water and/or wastewater treatment.
10

What is your direct experience investigating water quality complaints?
11

Select any of the following certifications/experience you possess. If none select N/A (Proof of certification(s) will be required).

• Correspondence or vocational school certification in water and or wastewater treatment
• Possession of a Florida Industrial Pretreatment Association Certification- level B, or higher
• Possession of a Water and/or Wastewater Treatment license
• Possession of a Collections System Operator or Distribution System Operator License
• At least (3) years of experience in regulatory compliance
• At least (1) year of experience in water or wastewater facility compliance and/or regulations
• At least (1) year of experience in public speaking, public outreach, or communication (verbal and written) skills
• At least (1) year of experience in Consumer Confidence Report development
• At least (1) year experience in investigating water quality complaints
• N/A

12

Are you aware that during emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers, and that County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned?

• Yes
• No

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