Code Specialist I
- Employer
- Fairfax County Government
- Location
- Lorton, Virginia
- Salary
- $49,380.03 - $82,299.15 Annually
- Closing date
- Nov 2, 2019
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- Industry
- Government and Public Services, State & Local
- Function
- Administrative
- Hours
- Full Time
- Career Level
- Experienced (Non-Manager)
Job Details
Supports the implementation of the County's state-mandated pretreatment program by accomplishing tasks to protect the publicly owned treatment works (POTW) from interferences and pass-through of pollutants that may adversely affect the public, worker health and safety, and the environment. Takes a supporting and lead role in conducting highly-skilled environmental monitoring, business survey, and investigation in industrial waste pretreatment and related areas, including hauled wastewater disposal, fats, oils and grease (FOG) control, pollution prevention/waste minimization, ecological monitoring, water quality assessment, and reclaimed water use. Conducts field measurements with a variety of meters and collect samples for laboratory analysis. Inspects businesses for industrial wastewater discharges, chemical usage and disposal, best management practices and pretreatment systems. Prepares databases, reports, and correspondence summarizing and interpreting research information, monitoring data and inspection findings. Helps prepare wastewater discharge authorizations and wastewater discharge permits. Assesses compliance of POTW users with Chapter 67.1 (Sanitary Sewers and Sewage Disposal) of the County Code and other applicable regulations and binding agreements. Establishes and maintains liaison with stakeholders to effectively accomplish program goals and objectives.
NOTE: The salary for this position will not exceed the midpoint of the advertised salary range.
Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in a field of study directly related to the industry being regulated such as engineering, architecture, urban planning, biological or environmental science, public administration, law enforcement, legal studies or a related field.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Skills in monitoring and inspection as applied to industrial and environmental assessments.
- Ability to interpret and summarize legal descriptions, engineering plans, maps, field data, and analytical data.
- Knowledge of, and ability to interpret, county, state and federal laws, codes, and regulations related to the program areas of involvement, particularly Chapter 67.1 of the county code.
- Ability to prioritize tasks to accomplish assignments in a fast-paced setting.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with tact and diplomacy to address regulatory or interpersonal conflicts.
- Ability to effectively prepare, present and defend investigation reports to achieve results.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and database computer software.
- Ability to walk, negotiate or traverse property sites that may be undergoing construction or having terrain that is not level;
- Ability to operate keyboard and touch screen driven equipment;
- Ability to occasionally lift and carry, in cooperation with another employee, equipment weighing up to 60 pounds;
- Ability to conduct monitoring in water bodies of interest using various methods, techniques, and platforms;
- Ability to occasionally work in environments with exposure to sewage, industrial wastewater, adverse weather, air borne substances, and loud noise; and
- Ability to wear personal protection equipment (PPE) appropriate to the above environments, including gloves, protective clothing, safety glasses, ear plugs, respirators or other PPE as deemed necessary.
Valid driver's license is required.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, driving record check, and medical examination to the satisfaction of the employer prior to employment.
- This position is designated as "essential emergency services personnel" and holiday, weekend, and overtime work may be required.
- All activities are to be performed in compliance with established safety requirements.
Panel Interview may include an exercise.
It is the policy of Fairfax County Government to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 711. EEO/AA/TTY.
Company
Fairfax County, Virginia is a diverse and thriving urban county. As the most populous jurisdiction in both Virginia and the Washington metropolitan area, the County's population exceeds that of seven states. The median household income of Fairfax County is one of the highest in the nation and over half of its adult residents have four-year college degrees or more educational attainment. Fairfax County also is home to an extensive commercial office market and is a major employment center.
Fairfax County Government is a great place to work, with a variety of jobs in different fields, great benefits, and an enjoyable working environment. We serve nearly one million residents in one of the largest counties in the country. Our talented employees have established Fairfax County as a leader in nearly every facet of public service and have won national recognition as innovators in local government.The size of Fairfax County government and the diversity of services it provides to citizens allows opportunities for personal growth and development, without ever having to change employers. In addition to pay, Fairfax County Government provides an employee benefits package worth approximately 25% of your salary in additional compensation. This package of benefits consists of programs designed to protect you and your family during your employment with the county and into your retirement years.
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Group Term Life Insurance
Contributory Retirement Plan
Deferred Compensation
Flexible Spending Account Programs
Long Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Care Plan
Tuition Assistance Program
Employees' Child Care Center
Virginia College Savings Plans
Fairfax County's Application Process: Fairfax County uses an online application process called NEOGOV at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobsfor nearly all positions.
Applicants who need assistance with the online application process are welcome to come to the Application Center at Fairfax County's HR Central where staff will be happy to work with you to establish an account and get your resume into the system. HR Central is located in the Government Center at 12000 Government Center Parkway, Suite 270, Fairfax, VA, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Or call 703-222-5872 for more information.
For more information on applying, please click here - https://www.governmentjobs.com/home/applicationguide.
- Website
- https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/topics/jobs
- Location
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12000 Government Center Parkway
Suite 270
Fairfax
VA
22035-0034
US
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