Environmental Manager - Industrial Permitting Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/portlandor/jobs/newprint/4802420) Apply  Environmental Manager - Industrial Permitting Salary $117,956.80 - $168,708.80 Annually Location 6543 N. Burlington Ave, OR Job Type Regular Job Number 2025-00175 Bureau Bureau of Environmental Services Opening Date 01/27/2025 Closing Date 2/17/2025 11:59 PM Pacific + Description + Benefits + Questions The Position Job Appointment: Full-Time Work Schedule: Mon-Fri. 8-5, an alternate schedule may be available after probation. Work Location: 6543 N BURLINGTON AVE, PORTLAND, OR 97203 Benefit: Please check our benefits tab for an overview of benefits for this position Language Pay Premium Eligible: This position is or may be eligible for Language Pay Differential (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/class-comp/language-pay-differential-overview) for qualifying employees. Union Representation: Non-represented, no union affiliation To view labor agreements, please click here (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor-agreements) . Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume. The Bureau of Environmental Services (BES) seeks an experienced Environmental Manager with a passion for leadership in our Industrial Permitting section. This position operates in the Environmental Compliance Division and is part of the Technical Services Group. The Industrial Permitting section operates independently, but interacts closely with Enforcement, FOG, and other similar programs. Summary of Responsibilities + Manage, oversee, and direct the daily operations of the City's federally mandated Pretreatment program, Submeter program, Alternative Discharge Control Mechanism program, and Batch Discharge program. + Plans, supervises and evaluates the work of 5 permit managers and 2 environmental specialists. + Evaluate pollutant loadings at the treatment plant and establishes and enforces local pollutant limits for industries to ensure the protection of the city collection and treatment systems. + Oversees the permitting, inspection, monitoring, and enforcement processes of all industrial users that discharge or have the potential to discharge to the City sanitary and combined systems (This involves the evaluation of industry pollutants and the development of discharge standards). + Develops and issues Pretreatment Permits. + Sets monitoring standards and frequencies and regulates industries for compliance. + Manages the Pretreatment Enforcement Response Plan, modifies it as necessary, and submit it to DEQ for review and approval. + Completes and submits the Pretreatment Annual Report. + Oversees staff to evaluate and process accruals and credits for all industrial and commercial users that operate with submeters. + Plans, prepares, and implements section budgets, and oversees and monitors implementation and performance of the budget. + Conducts and oversees special analyses of sewer system discharges and proposes solutions to improve bureau procedures. + Prepares and makes presentations to city officials regarding industrial users and pollutant levels that may affect treatment processes. The ideal candidate will possess: + Strong working knowledge of Industrial Pretreatment, Industrial Operations, and Chemistry + Skill and experience in supervising and empowering professional technical staff + Ability to build and maintain effective relationships. + Ability to explain and present technical information in layperson language. + Ability to direct the implementation of a strict regulatory program. + Ability to maintain working relationships with industries while ensuring compliance with City regulations. + Knowledge of treatment plant operations and biosolids About the Bureau of Environmental Services This is an exciting time to join the Bureau of Environmental Services (BES). Together we are reimagining the work we do to ensure it aligns with Our Values: + We implement equity in our workplace, business practices, and service delivery. + We value our customers and partners. + We carefully manage our watersheds, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure, and financial resources. + We encourage leadership among our employees in our City and community. + We support a diverse, collaborative, healthy, and engaged workforce. + We urge respectful communication and transparency. + We advance innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions. BES is seeking talented individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds with knowledge, ability, and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities. To learn more about the work we do at BES, visit our website: www.portland.gov/bes Our BES 10-Year Strategic Plan can be found here (https://www.portland.gov/bes/documents/bureau-environmental-services-10-year-strategic-plan-2018-2027/download) . Have a question? Terrol Johnson Senior Recruiter Terrol.Johnson@portlandoregon.gov To Qualify Applicants must provide details in their supplemental question responses and resume that demonstrate how their education, training, and/or experience, meets each of the following minimum qualifications: + Knowledge of relevant City, state, and federal policies, laws, statutes, codes, and regulations relating to wastewater, pretreatment, and/or environmental quality and protection, along with the ability to interpret and apply them. + Knowledge of the principles, and standards of employee supervision, including training, scheduling, and performance evaluation. + Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; present information, reports, and recommendations clearly and persuasively, and communicate technical topics to technical and nontechnical audiences; present information, proposals, and recommendations clearly and persuasively in public settings. + Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, BES staff, and staff of other Bureaus/Offices, representatives of other governmental agencies, the regulated public, and others encountered in the course of work. + Ability to work with a multicultural workforce, promote an equitable workplace environment, and apply equitable program practices to diverse and complex City services. Although not required, you may have: + Bachelor’s Degree in hard sciences + 5 Years of experience working in Pretreatment + 5 Years of experience supervising staff + Knowledge of wastewater treatment processes The Recruitment Process STEP 1: Apply online between January 27 - February 17, 2025 Required Application Materials: + Resume + Answer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions) Optional Application Materials: + If you would like to request Veteran's Preference, please submit your Veteran documents (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc) by the closing date of the recruitment. Application Tips: + Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement. + Your résumé should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions. + Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis: Please note per the Oregon State Pay Equity Law (https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/pages/equal-pay.aspx) your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience. + Do not attach any additional documents. + Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of February 17, 2025 + An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%. + Your résumé and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification. + You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you would like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 (https://www.portland.gov/policies/human-resources-administrative-rules/employment/hrar-301-recruitment-processes#toc-examination-review) for complete information. + Additional evaluation may be required before the establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection. Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of February 24, 2025 + Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. + Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 4: Selection (Interview): TBD + Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview. + Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 5: Offer of Employment: TBD Step 6: Start Date: + A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met. *Timeline is approximate and subject to change. Additional Information Click here (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/career-center/recruitment-policy) for additional information regarding the following: + City of Portland Core Values + Recruitment Process - Work Status + Equal Employment Opportunity + Veteran Preference + ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to + Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental) + Carrot Fertility + Wellness Benefits + Life Insurance + Long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families. + Employee Assistance Plan + Flexible Spending Accounts + Retirement + Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), including contributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employer + Family Medical Leave + City Paid Parental Leave AND SO MANY MORE! Benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/benefit-offerings/benefits-quickstart-guide/benefit-plan-summaries-highlight-guides) . 01 Thank you for your interest in joining the team at the City of Portland. We sincerely value your time and hope to make your application experience as positive as possible. The following supplemental questions are an important step to assist us in determining if you have the minimum qualifications to succeed in the posted vacancy. Write specific and unique responses to each question. Answering "No", to any of the Yes/No questions or answering an essay question with the following "See resume", or entering "N/A" for any of the minimum qualifications listed in the "To Qualify" section may eliminate you from further consideration. Note: If you are requesting veterans' preference, please be sure to upload a copy of your DD214 and/or Veteran's administration letter stating your disability. Veteran's preference documentation must be submitted by the closing time of this announcement. Have you read and understood all the information listed above? + Yes + No - If you have any questions, please contact the recruiter on the announcement. 02 Where did you first learn about this job opportunity? (If on a website or job board, please specify which one) 03 The City of Portland receives public records requests at times. Please indicate which response you find appropriate: (Answer will not disqualify you from the process) + My application was submitted with the understanding that the City of Portland would keep the information confidential and would only disclose the information if ordered to do so. I would not have submitted this application without the promise of confidentiality. + You may release my application; I am waiving confidentiality. 04 Do you possess knowledge of relevant City, state, and federal policies, laws, statutes, codes, and regulations relating to wastewater, pretreatment, and/or environmental quality and protection, along with the ability to interpret and apply them? + Yes + No 05 Provide a detailed example(s) of your knowledge of relevant City, state, and federal policies, laws, statutes, codes, and regulations relating to wastewater, pretreatment, and/or environmental quality and protection, along with the ability to interpret and apply them. In your response, include details that clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as: + Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability. + Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer). + The impact and/or results of your of experience. + Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area. + Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability. 06 Do you possess knowledge of the principles, and standards of employee supervision, including training, scheduling, and performance evaluation? + Yes + No 07 Provide a detailed example(s) of your knowledge of the principles, and standards of employee supervision, including training, scheduling, and performance evaluation. In your response, include details that clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as: + Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability. + Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer). + The impact and/or results of your of experience. + Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area. + Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability. 08 Do you have the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; present information, reports, and recommendations clearly and persuasively, and communicate technical topics to technical and non-technical audiences; present information, proposals, and recommendations clearly and persuasively in public settings? + Yes + No 09 Provide a detailed example(s) of your ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; present information, reports, and recommendations clearly and persuasively, and communicate technical topics to technical and non-technical audiences; present information, proposals, and recommendations clearly and persuasively in public settings. In your response, include details that clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as: + Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability. + Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer). + The impact and/or results of your of experience. + Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area. + Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability. 10 Do you have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, BES staff, and staff of other Bureaus/Offices, representatives of other governmental agencies, the regulated public, and others encountered in the course of work? + Yes + No 11 Provide a detailed example(s) of your ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, BES staff, and staff of other Bureaus/Offices, representatives of other governmental agencies, the regulated public, and others encountered in the course of work. In your response, include details that clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as: + Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability. + Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer). + The impact and/or results of your of experience. + Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area. + Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability. 12 Do you have the ability to work with a multicultural workforce, promote an equitable workplace environment, and apply equitable program practices to diverse and complex City services? + Yes + No 13 Provide a detailed example(s) of your ability to work with a multicultural workforce, promote an equitable workplace environment, and apply equitable program practices to diverse and complex City services. In your response, include details that clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as: + Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability. + Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer). + The impact and/or results of your of experience. + Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area. + Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability. Required Question Employer City of Portland Address 1120 SW 5th Ave, Room 987 Portland, Oregon, 97204 Website http://www.portlandoregon.gov/jobs Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email