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Department: The Port of San Francisco
Job class: 5299-Planner IV-Environmental Review
Salary range: $150,384.00 - $182,702.00
Role type: Permanent Exempt What does this mean?
Hours: Full-time

 

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Appointment Type: This is a Permanent Exempt (PEX), Full-Time position with an anticipated duration of up to three (3) years. This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive civil service examination process and incumbents are considered “at will” and shall serve at the discretion of the Appointing Officer.

Specific information regarding this recruitment process is listed below:

• Application Opening: 9/03/2025
• Application Deadline: 9/24/2025
• Compensation Range: $150,384 – $182,702 annually
• Recruitment ID: RTF0149588-01139676
• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
• Work Location: Pier 1, The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA 94105

The Port of San Francisco is an enterprise agency of the City and County of San Francisco and is governed by a Commission of five members appointed by the Mayor. The Port Commission is responsible for overseeing a broad range of waterfront commercial, maritime, and public access facilities that are held in public trust for the people of California. The Port’s jurisdiction covers approximately 7.5 miles of waterfront land from Pier 98, near Hunter’s Point in the southern part of San Francisco, to Fisherman’s Wharf in the northern part of the City.

The Port’s diverse business portfolio includes over 550 ground, commercial, retail, office, industrial and maritime industrial leases including cargo shipping, layberthing, excursion boats, ferry boats, fishing and fish processing/distribution, tourism, filming, harbor services, and cruise operations. With some of the most flexible cargo handling facilities on the West Coast, as well as naturally deep water, the Port can handle various types of cargo such as, dry-bulk, neo-bulk, roll-on/roll-off, and project cargoes.

The Port of San Francisco has many internationally recognized landmarks such as Fisherman’s Wharf, Pier 39, the Exploratorium, the Ferry Building and Oracle Park, home of the San Francisco Giants baseball team. With its unique and historic properties, the Port is home to a variety of tenants and uses. The Port Commission over the last five decades has led a remarkable transformation of the Port; maintaining its industrial maritime heritage while developing new uses, including commercial and public activities, that have helped San Francisco remain one of the most visited and popular cities on the globe.

The Port’s jurisdiction covers approximately 7.5 miles of waterfront land from Heron’s Head, near Hunter’s Point in the southern part, to Fisherman’s Wharf in the northern part of the City. The Port’s diverse business portfolio includes over 550 ground, commercial, retail, office, industrial and maritime industrial leases, including cargo shipping, layberthing, excursion and ferry boats, fishing and fish processing, tourism, filming, harbor services, and cruise operations. With some of the most flexible cargo handling facilities on the West Coast and naturally deep water, the Port can handle various types of cargo such as dry/neo-bulk, roll-on/roll-off and project cargoes.

The Port of San Francisco has many internationally recognized landmarks such as Fisherman’s Wharf, Pier 39, the Exploratorium, the Ferry Building and Oracle Park, and is home to a variety of tenants and uses, including historic uses. The Port of San Francisco embraces environmental and community stewardship of its waterfront, while promoting the infrastructure development necessary to maintain and expand its operations. 

For more information about the Port of San Francisco, visit SFPort.com. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook.  

Waterfront Resilience Program

The Waterfront Resilience Program (WRP), led by the Port of San Francisco, is a multi-decade initiative to strengthen the Port's 7.5-mile Bay urban waterfront against climate and seismic hazards. The WRP addresses coastal and combined flooding, sea level rise, earthquakes, shoreline erosion and other threats facing this vital stretch of infrastructure and public space. Wherever possible, the WRP examines opportunities to enhance City infrastructure and services; increase the resilience of lifeline corridors along the waterfront; promote equitable access, enjoyment and use of the Port’s public waterfront; and encourage enhancements to habitat and the public realm along what is largely a human-made shoreline.  Altogether, WRP efforts reflect the Port’s commitment to creating a resilient, equitable, and vibrant waterfront for current and future generations.

A key component of the WRP is the San Francisco Waterfront Coastal Flood Study (Flood Study), developed in partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). Released for public review in 2024, the Flood Study includes a $13.5 billion Draft Plan that outlines coastal flood defenses, floodproofing, water management measures, and potential future actions designed to defend the waterfront through 2140. The Port and USACE are preparing a Recommended Plan and Final Report for congress consideration by 2026. If approved, the Federal government may fund as much as 65% of the design and construction cost. The USACE Flood Study and Plan are one piece of the Port’s overall strategy to build a waterfront that is more resilient to flooding and seismic risks. The Port is also advancing planning, design and construction of Early Projects funded through the 2018 Proposition A Seawall Earthquake Safety Bond to reduce near-term seismic and flood risk and strengthen the Embarcadero Seawall in targeted areas. In some cases, these are interim fixes, and in others, they are a first step toward future adaptation. Early Projects are being prioritized using criteria developed with community input, such as improving life safety and citywide disaster/emergency response capabilities; enhancing economic and ecological opportunities; supporting an adaptable, equitable waterfront; ensuring public access to the waterfront; and preserving historic and maritime resources.  Additional workstreams within the WRP for the next three years (mid-2025 to mid-2028) include the Living Seawall Pilot, permitting and environmental review, community engagement, design and engineering, and alignment with local, state, and federal policy.

For more information about the Waterfront Resilience Program (WRP) and Early Projects, please visit: https://sfport.com/wrp. and Embarcadero Early Projects | SF Port.

  Role description

Under direction from the WRP Deputy Program Manager (Environmental), the Principal Environmental Planner will work collaboratively with the WRP Team, Port staff, including the Port’s Planning & Environment Division staff, and other City staff and consultants to identify and reduce WRP program and project environmental impacts and support environmental regulatory compliance on WRP projects and sites. Over the next three years, the Principal Environmental Planner will help develop programmatic and project-level regulatory permitting strategies, help advance environmental reviews under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) for the USACE Flood Study and Plan, its early implementation actions and projects, as well as some of the WRP Early Projects that are not part of the Recommended Plan, and assist WRP Project Managers by facilitating project-level environmental review and helping obtain regulatory permits for their projects.

This Principal Environmental Planner will also assist on investigation and remediation of contamination and hazardous materials as well as assist with developing and evaluating nature-based adaptation strategies for San Francisco’s waterfront, working with consultants and agencies.

The essential duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provides regulatory and environmental input to inform WRP project plans and help prepare scopes of work, schedules and budgets for consultants working on WRP projects’ environmental analysis and regulatory permitting.
• Manage consultants in the preparation of environmental technical studies, quantitative analyses, proposed mitigation, cost estimates and timelines to comply with regulatory agency permits.
• Provides input on project-related contract specifications for construction best management practices, environmental compliance requirements, and permit conditions. In addition, monitors progress to assure quality, timeliness, and cost effectiveness of environmental consultant work, and resolving change order management issues.
• Serves as the environmental regulatory permitting lead for multi-disciplinary project design and delivery teams.
• Collaborates with a solutions-oriented approach.
• Develops environmental regulatory permitting strategies.
• Schedules individual or joint regulatory agencies pre-application meetings, preparing pre-application meeting materials and permit applications.
• Provides expert permitting advice to project teams during project development, including on schedules and risks.
• Reviews and finalize consultant products.
• Manages consultant scopes, schedules, budgets related to environmental review, regulatory permitting, and environmental site investigation and remediation.
• Assists with the planning and execution of environmental studies, including coordination and preparation of environmental impact analyses under NEPA and CEQA; and monitoring and reporting compliance related to environmental mitigation measures.
• Prepares project applications to the San Francisco Planning Department for environmental determinations.
• Prepares materials to submit to pertinent NEPA lead agencies.
• Assists with coordinating input of City, Port and WRP staff into relevant technical studies and regulatory permitting materials and deliverables prepared for WRP’s upland and in-water construction projects, including demolition, dredging, infrastructure repair and replacement, environmental site investigation and remediation, and hazardous waste abatement.
• Works on planning and execution of investigation and remediation of contamination and hazardous materials related to specific WRP Flood Study and Plan’s implementation actions and Early Projects.
• Manages implementation of hazardous materials surveys (including lead, asbestos, PCBs) for projects involving demolition.
• Assists with regulatory compliance, monitoring and reporting.
• Coordinates with the Port’s Planning & Environment Division staff on managing scope of work for consultant services for site sampling and analysis of environmental media (soil, soil gas, groundwater, sediment) and hazardous building materials (lead, asbestos, PCBs) to characterize site conditions, delineate nature and extent of impacts, determine proper management of environmental media and waste handling, storage, treatment and disposal procedures, and implement and support risk management plans and vulnerability assessments.
• Supports WRP projects on compliance with mitigation monitoring and reporting programs for construction dust, naturally occurring asbestos, stormwater, biological resources impacts, underwater and above-ground noise and vibration, water quality monitoring, waste classification and disposal, and clean and contaminant dredge monitoring and inspection, to ensure permit conditions and specifications are properly implemented before, during and after construction.
• Assists with the Engagement Plan for the Resource Agency Working Group, i.e., regulatory and resource agencies with jurisdiction over development and construction activities in San Francisco Bay, including the San Francisco Department of Public Health, Bay Area Air Quality Management District, Bay Conservation and Development Commission, San Francisco Regional Water Quality Control Board, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, National Marine Fisheries Service, and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
• Responds to agency information requests, negotiating project permit conditions and mitigation requirements, and preparing materials for stakeholder meetings.
• Works collaboratively with all members of the Port and WRP team to identify and resolve issues promptly, escalating issues for resolution appropriately. 

How to qualify

1. Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in environmental studies, environmental sciences, earth sciences, water management, planning, geology, architecture, civil engineering, law, public administration, or a related field; AND
2. Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the areas of planning, environmental review, environmental regulatory review or environmental law; AND
3. Possession of a valid California driver’s license (to be presented at time of appointment).  Employees must be insurable under the Port’s automobile liability insurance.  Insurability must be maintained throughout employment; AND
4. Incumbents in class 5299 Planner IV-Environmental Review position will be required to have, or to obtain 24-hr Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training within one year of employment at the Port of San Francisco.

Substitution

Education Substitution: Additional qualifying work experience as described above may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis, up to two (2) years (One year of work experience is equal to 30 semester units or 45 quarter units).

Experience Substitution: Possession of master's or doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in environmental studies, environmental sciences, earth sciences, water management, planning, geology, architecture, civil engineering, law, public administration, or a related field may substitute for one year of the required experience as described above.

Important Note(s):

• Please make sure it is absolutely clear in your application exactly how you meet the minimum qualifications. Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process.
• One-year full-time employment is considered equivalent to 2000 hours (2000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40-hour work week). Any overtime hours that you work above forty (40) hours per week are not included in the calculation to determine full-time employment.
• Applicants must meet minimum qualification requirements by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.
• Please be aware that any misrepresentation of this information may disqualify you from this recruitment or future job opportunities.

Maritime Transportation System (MTS) Access

Candidates for employment with the San Francisco Port Commission whose job duties require unescorted Maritime Transportation System (MTS) access will be required upon appointment to undergo a terrorist threat assessment including FBI fingerprints and immigration check in order to determine eligibility for security clearance. 

PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION VIA THIS LINK: https://wbcpinc.com/job-board/

 

The City of San José is seeking an experienced, collaborative, and visionary leader to serve as the next Assistant Director of the Environmental Services Department (ESD). As Chief Operating Officer of ESD, the Assistant Director will help lead one of the most dynamic environmental services departments in the nation. This executive position will oversee an approximate $550 million budget and seven direct reports, providing strategic leadership across a broad portfolio of utility operations and environmental programs serving over one million residents, including the city’s solid waste, stormwater, drinking water, and watershed protection services. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in utility operations, regulatory compliance, and public agency administration. They will possess excellent interpersonal skills, technical aptitude, and political acumen, and thrive in a highly collaborative, solution-oriented environment. This is a unique opportunity to help shape San José’s environmental future - apply today!

View the full recruitment brochure here: https://indd.adobe.com/view/5613b8be-7239-44f5-84c0-9e3ee91fd78c

The Environmental Services Department
 

The Environmental Services Department (ESD) is a national leader in pollution prevention, watershed protection, utility services, and climate action. With nearly 582 employees, ESD serves over 1 million residents and thousands of businesses in San José. ESD’s mission is to deliver world-class utility services and programs that enhance health, the environment, and the economy. This mission is executed through the following divisions:
 

• San José–Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility (RWF):The largest advanced wastewater treatment facility in the western U.S., serving 1.7 million residents and 17,000 businesses. RWF treats 110 million gallons daily, delivers recycled water, and consistently meets permit standards while earning national recognition.
   

• Capital Improvement Program:A $1.4 billion, 10-year effort to modernize the RWF’s infrastructure, enhancing resilience, treatment capacity, and sustainability for long-term protection of the South Bay.

• Water Resources Division: Operates the San José Municipal Water System, serving over 100,000 residents, and oversees South Bay Water Recycling—the largest recycled water system in Northern California—while exploring future water supply options like potable reuse and desalination.

• Watershed Protection Division: Safeguards San José’s creeks by preventing pollution from entering 30,000 storm drains. Operates an award-winning lab that conducts over 50,000 tests annually and led regional wastewater monitoring during COVID-19.

• Integrated Waste Management Division: Manages waste services for 325,000 homes and 11,000 businesses, maximizing recycling and organics diversion through five contracted haulers to reduce landfill use and maintain city cleanliness.

• Regulatory Affairs and Purified Water Division: Leads implementation of a multi-agency potable reuse initiative and administers the wastewater and air compliance programs for the Regional Wastewater Facility. Supports an integrated regulatory and legislative strategy for wastewater, stormwater, recycled water and drinking water utilities.

• Utility Financial & Business Operations: Provides core support in budgeting, hiring, IT, payroll, billing, and procurement to ensure the efficient operation of all ESD programs and services.

• Communications Division :Leads strategic, multilingual outreach through media, digital campaigns, and public education. Promotes transparency, manages public records responses, and supports emergency communications.

To learn more about ESD, follow @sjenvironment on X, Facebook and Instagram and San Jose Environmental Services on LinkedIn.
 

Position Duties:

Salary Range

The Assistant Director salary range is currently $178, 713.34 - $288, 700.62. Placement within this range will be dependent upon the qualifications and experience of the individual selected. This salary includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation. The salary is supplemented by an attractive benefits package. 

The Position

Reporting to the Director, the Assistant Director serves as the Chief Operating Officer of the Environmental Services Department (ESD), overseeing a budget of approximately $550 million and seven direct reports. This executive leader provides strategic and operational direction across a broad and complex portfolio, including Integrated Waste Management, Watershed Protection, Water Resources, Wastewater Management,  Regulatory Affairs and Purified Water, Utility Financial and Business Operations, and Communications. In partnership with Deputy Directors, department leaders, and citywide stakeholders, the Assistant Director drives alignment with City priorities while ensuring regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and organizational effectiveness. Key responsibilities include leading utility rate setting, guiding long-range capital and infrastructure planning, and supporting major initiatives such as homelessness response and environmental restoration. The Assistant Director also plays a critical role in supporting the Director by overseeing the preparation of City Council presentations and tracking high-impact departmental initiatives. This position requires a leader with strong emotional intelligence, sound judgment, and the ability to navigate both day-to-day operations and long-term strategic goals. They will foster a culture of ethical leadership, continuous improvement, and inclusion—strengthening collaboration, building trust, and driving accountability throughout the department. As a public-facing representative of ESD, the Assistant Director will engage in intergovernmental forums, Council sessions, and community meetings, helping to advance the department’s mission while addressing the evolving needs of San José’s residents and environment.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking and grounded leader with a strong command of utility operations, environmental services, and public sector management. They bring not only technical proficiency in areas like infrastructure planning, rate setting, and regulatory compliance, but also the ability to see the bigger picture—connecting long-term vision with practical execution. This individual excels in navigating complexity, whether managing multimillion-dollar budgets, leading large and diverse teams, or guiding cross-departmental initiatives in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment. Politically astute and operationally savvy, they understand how to build momentum around shared goals while balancing mandates, community needs, and day-to-day realities. Clear and confident communication is a hallmark of their leadership style. They are comfortable representing their department in a variety of settings—from Council presentations and regional forums to internal strategy sessions—translating complex topics into clear, actionable directions. Their presence inspires confidence, and their transparency builds trust across all levels of the organization. The ideal candidate will be a mentor and team builder who invests in people, values diversity of thought and background, and creates inclusive environments where staff feel supported and accountable. With a strong sense of purpose and humility, they bring curiosity to new challenges and a collaborative mindset to every interaction.

The ideal candidate will also have the following core competencies. You can view the full definition of all competencies here.

• Job Expertise

• Collaboration

• Fiscal Management

• Leadership

• Political Skills

• Problem Solving

• Vision/Strategic Thinking

• Communication Skills

 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration, engineering, environmental sciences, or related field.

• Experience: Seven (7) years of increasingly responsible experience in business management and/or administration, operations, or maintenance is required.

• Experience managing a work unit equivalent to a major division within a public agency is preferred.

• Seven (7) years of exemplary supervisory experience is desired.

• Licenses: Possession and maintenance of a valid license authorizing operation of a motor vehicle in California.

• Form 700: Upon commencement of employment and subsequently each spring, the incumbent of this position must file the Family Gift Reporting Form together with the Statement of Economic Interest-Form 700. Please view the following link for details related to the State-Required reporting: Form 700 (ca.gov) and the following link for the City of San José Family Gift Reporting Form.

Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San José will not sponsor, represent, or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa that requires an employee application.

Other Qualifications:

HOW TO APPLY:

For first consideration, apply by June 23 at: https://wbcpinc.com/job-board/

Round one virtual interviews will take place on July 14th. Round two in-person interviews will take place on July 22nd. Selected candidates must be available for both dates.

QUESTIONS?

Please contact your recruiter, Levi Kuhlman, with any inquiries:

• levi@wbcpinc.com
• 541-664-0376 (Direct) 
• 866-929-9227 (Toll Free)

Deputy Director of Environmental Services Water Distribution/Sewer Collection

 

The City of Sunnyvale is currently recruiting for a Deputy Director of Environmental Services – Water Distribution/Sewer Collection to join the Environmental Services Department. The Deputy Director of Environmental Services – Water Distribution/Sewer Collection leads a team of 46 staff and is  responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the operation, maintenance, and improvement of the City’s potable and recycled water distribution and sanitary and storm sewer collection systems; ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations; preparing and administering the division’s operating and capital improvement budgets; overseeing asset management and long-term infrastructure planning; coordinating with regional agencies, contractors, and community stakeholders; and fostering a safe, customer-focused, and high-performing team culture.

Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• City contributes 4% of the 7% employee contribution to CalPERS for classic members;
• City paid retiree medical insurance contribution of $1100 per month. City contribution increases with 5 years of service.
• Generous Paid Time Off Program, Other Paid Leave Programs, and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• City 2% contribution of an employee’s base pay to the 401(a) plan available only to new hire management employees.
• Wellness Programs

 

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire.  The position opens Monday, September 8, 2025and final filing date is Monday, October 6, 2025 5:00 PM. For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS.

Under general supervision (Hydrologist I) to direction (Hydrologist II) performs collection and analysis of hydrologic and meteorological data in support of the Agency’s mission to provide reliable water supply for irrigation, groundwater management, flood control, and power generation; ensures minimum flow requirements to maintain water rights; and performs related duties, as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision (Hydrologist I) to direction (Hydrologist II) from the assigned supervisory or management personnel. Exercises no direct supervision over staff. 

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

Hydrologist I: This is the entry-level classification in the Hydrologist series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform routine hydrologic data collection, while learning Agency policies and procedures. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied, complex, and difficult; close supervision and frequent review of work lessen as an incumbent demonstrates skill to perform the work independently. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the positions at the Hydrologist II-level but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise. 

Hydrologist II: This is the journey-level classification in the Hydrologist series. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Hydrologist I-level by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, working independently, and exercising judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. This class is distinguished from the Senior Hydrologist in that the latter performs the more complex work assigned to the series and provides technical and functional direction over lower-level staff.

Positions in the Hydrologist class series are flexibly staffed; positions at the II-level are normally filled by advancement from the I-level; progression to the II-level is dependent on (i) management affirmation that the position is performing the full range of duties assigned to the classification; (ii) satisfactory work performance; (iii) the incumbent meeting the minimum qualifications for the classification including any licenses and certifications; and (iv) management approval for progression to the II-level.

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The Household Hazardous Waste Specialist IV is a lead position in the Environmental Health Division of San Mateo County Health. This position will coordinate the division's Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) program by supporting a team of technicians and program specialists engaged in collection of household hazardous waste and small business hazardous waste in the very small quantity generator (VSQG) program.

Responsibilities include providing subject matter expertise on collection, storage, and shipment of hazardous waste including hazardous waste regulations and the California Health and Safety Code. Coordination of this program involves administrative support of the program such as planning temporary HHW collection events throughout the county. The program specialist is also expected to collect and analyze program data, interpret regulations and make recommendations for implementing program improvements. The Specialist will also serve as the liaison with City, County, and State agencies to assure compliance with all safety and environmental related requirements.

The ideal candidate will be proficient in hazardous materials and hazardous waste management and will have experience managing facilities that collect, ship, and store hazardous waste. More specifically, the ideal candidate will possess:

• Proficiency in training staff in safety procedures, operational procedures, and environmental compliance programs.
• Knowledge of State reporting requirements, including CalRecycle Form 303, electronic verification questionnaires, and hazardous waste permitting for collection events.
• Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability to changes in software and reporting requirements.
• Understanding complex regulations and the ability to apply them in a fast-paced operations environment.
• The ability to clearly explain regulatory requirements to staff with diverse backgrounds and levels of experience.
• Strong organization skills and the ability to maintain focus while managing multiple priorities.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, particularly in resolving issues and building relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• A commitment to serving the public by enhancing hazardous waste removal processes and reducing exposure risks in the community.

NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.

Examples Of Duties

The Household Hazardous Waste Specialist IV's responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Leading assigned staff by providing direction, training and reviewing work; organizing delegating and coordinating complex projects ensuring the completion of assigned tasks.
• Overseeing the management of contracts, requests for proposals and requests for quotes and providing technical program information in accordance with County purchasing policies.
• Coordinating logistical arrangements for HHW collection events, including contractor management, supply procurement, and payment processing.
• Contributing to staffing decisions, conducting performance evaluations and addressing disciplinary concerns.
• Serving as a technical expert and consultant regarding issues related to the disposal and transport of household and small business waste.
• Conducting specialized studies, audits, inspections, and investigations on hazardous materials management recommending solutions for hazardous conditions; ensuring program compliance with relevant codes and their implementation.
• Developing, standardizing, and updating operational procedures while training staff on these protocols.
• Compiling data for State reporting and program evaluation, assessing procedures and drafting proposed legislation and guidelines.
• Interpreting regulations and advising city officials, citizen groups, business owners and others on household and Very Small Quantity Generator (VSQG) waste collection.
• Planning and conducting in-service training and public education programs.
• Maintaining accurate records and preparing reports and correspondence, including state-mandated reports.
• Serving as a facility emergency coordinator, responding to emergencies by leading staff through emergency protocols and required notifications.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Final Date for Filing: Tuesday, September 23, 2025, by 11:59 P.M. PST
Application Screening: Week of October 6, 2025
Panel Interviews: Week of October 20, 2025

HR Contact: Priscilla Bermudez (090825) (Hazardous Materials Specialist IV - J005)

At the Air District, we take pride in our commitment to fostering a workplace that values diversity and promotes cultural awareness. We prioritize employee engagement by providing a collaborative and inclusive environment that encourages active participation and open dialogue. Additionally, we believe in pay equity and strive to create an equitable compensation structure. With a strong emphasis on work-life balance, we understand the importance of supporting our employees' well-being both inside and outside the workplace. Join us in a dynamic and inclusive culture where your contributions are celebrated and your growth is nurtured.  

 
The Air District is currently conducting an open recruitment for the position of Senior Air Quality Specialist in the Meteorology and Measurement Division. This is an open recruitment for two (2) full-time, represented positions. 
  
The Meteorology and Measurement Division supports the mission of the Air District by monitoring air quality in the San Francisco Bay Area, forecasting regional and local air quality, and conducting and supporting community organizations to do community-scale air monitoring to guide actions to reduce emissions in the Bay Area and in neighborhoods most impacted by air pollution.

About this Position:
Air Monitoring Projects and Technology (AMPT) is a section in the Meteorology and Measurement Division. Our team performs community air quality investigations using air monitoring vans and other equipment to assess air quality at local scales, particularly in disproportionally impacted communities. AMPT is also building a new team centered around developing, constructing, and operating multi-pollutant, ambient air monitoring stations in communities near refineries.

Including some administrative responsibilities, such as assisting with purchasing and maintaining the inventory of shop supplies, Senior Air Quality Specialists (Senior AQS) in the section help evaluate monitoring methods, test and install instrumentation and sampling systems, support monitoring activities, review data, and leading quality assurance to meet program requirements and community expectations. Depending on the program assignment, the Senior AQS may also assist with data collection activities in the air monitoring vans or leading onsite work as the team builds out new air monitoring stations in communities near refineries.

Overview:

Do you have one or more years of experience working with streamgage networks? If so, check out this opportunity!

Located in many remote areas of the Santa Cruz and Diablo Mountain ranges in the beautiful Santa Clara Valley, this unique opportunity as a new Valley Water Hydrographer I employee offers work assignment variability non-typical of other standard Hydrographer positions and long-term job fulfillment in a fun, relaxed atmosphere while offering a competitive salary/benefit package. The new position supports the allocated $2 million Hydrologic Data Measurement and Management Project within the Hydrology, Hydraulics, and Geomorphology Unit which provides basic modeling calibration Surface Water data for Valley Water’s Flood Control and Groundwater Recharge programs, and many other internal/external customers. This entry level Hydrographer I position is required to support continuing expansion of the current 210 location surface water monitoring network including new gages for SB88 water rights reporting, and Water Supply Operations requirements.

Our Commitment: 
We are committed to building and sustaining a working environment where all individuals are respected and valued. We believe every member of our team brings unique perspectives that enhance our ability to serve the public effectively. By fostering a workplace with employees from the communities we serve, we broaden our collective understanding of the world around us and strengthen our mission to equitably provide safe, clean water, natural flood protections, and environmental stewardship.

About Valley Water:
Valley Water is a public agency with an operating and capital budget of $964 million, and over 900 employees. With headquarters in San José, Valley Water provides water supply, enhances streams and watersheds through creek restoration and habitat protection, provides flood protection for homes, schools, businesses and roadways, and partners with other agencies to provide trails and open space for the community.

 

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Operating and maintaining stream/reservoir/precipitation/water temperature stations including installation, calibrating, operating, troubleshooting, and repairing electronic dataloggers/sensors and radio telemetry.
• Performing stream flow measurements in all ranges of flow to create, update, and maintain stream flow rating curves.
• Obtain, process, compute, analyze, interpret, and evaluate hydrologic data while operating and maintaining a specialized hydrologic database and completing an annual station record.
• Respond to requests for information from internal/external customers including engineers, consultants, other public agencies, and the general public.
• Performing surveying at stream gaging stations utilizing differential leveling.
• Provide support in emergency preparedness functions; participate in emergency drills, earthquake response testing and other emergency operations.  Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the hydrologic data field.

Ideal Candidate's Background Includes:

Applicants whose experience and background best match the ideal experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education are considered ideal candidates for the position. To determine the top candidates, each applicant will be assessed based on the ideal candidate criteria as listed below.

Ideal Experience:

• One (1) year of experience in gathering and analyzing hydrologic data.
• Hydrographer experience utilizing USGS policy/procedures.
• Learning in operation/maintenance of stream gages, stream gaging in all flow ranges, and compiling an annual stream gage record.  
• Proven track record of working independently and in a team environment.

Ideal Skills and Abilities:

• Learn to operate and maintain field equipment for gathering and analyzing hydrologic data.
• Learn methods and techniques involved in gathering and analyzing data related to surface water use.
• Learn to operate and maintain a specialized application interfacing a hydrologic database. for inputting and analyzing hydrologic data.
• Aware of applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations.
• Read and interpret maps, charts, graphs, plans, drawings, schematics, and diagrams.
• Respond to information from Valley Water employees and outside customers.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Ideal Knowledge:

• Some knowledge of basic principles and theories of hydrology, geology, and meteorology
• Some knowledge of scientific data collection and proper field notes .
• An introduction to operational characteristics of mechanical current meters and/or acoustic flow measurement devices, telemetering equipment, and other mechanical and electronic devices.
• Principles of sciences/mathematics including algebra and trigonometry.
• Principles of analytical report preparation.
• State Senate Bill 88 (measuring and reporting the diversion of water).

Training and Education:

Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in engineering, geology, hydrology, hydraulics, sciences, or a related field. 

 

Required License or Certificate

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Individuals who do not meet the driver's license requirement due to a disability will be considered for a reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

To review the Classification Specification, please click here (Download PDF reader)
 

Hydrology, Hydraulics and Geomorphology Unit (Position Code 281)

Valley Water Telework Program: Eligibility for telework will depend on the type of work performed, operational needs, and the ability for the employee to perform the essential functions of their job duties while teleworking. Employment with Valley Water requires employees to live within 150 miles of their primary physical work location located in San Jose, California by their start date.

 

This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule, typically working 40% remote and 60% onsite. 

Description

 

The County's Sustainability Department seeks well qualified applicants for the position of Sustainability Specialist III – Commute Alternatives Program (CAP) on the Climate Resilience team.
  
The Climate Resilience Program works on community and government operations hazard mitigation and adaptation, implements water quality regulations, supports efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in county operations, and administers Shift, the County’s employee commute alternatives program.

 

The Sustainability Specialist III will lead efforts to reduce emissions from employee commute and help the County achieve its goal of carbon neutrality for operations by 2035. The CAP lead staff will:

• Empower people to walk, bike, carpool or take transit rather than drive alone.
• Manage daily operations of the CAP for our employees.
• Re-design and implement an integrated CAP for our employees.
• Share ideas of how we can change the way people make sustainable transportation decisions.

 

The ideal candidate has:

• Transportation expertise – knowledge of transportation demand management and demonstrated success in achieving sustained mode shift.
• Strong interpersonal skills – a natural marketer that easily connects with people and can build excitement about alternative transportation and sustainable growth.
• Diplomacy – experienced facilitator and problem solver who can take on projects with active, highly engaged program participants.
• Clear communication – both verbally and in writing
• Strong analytical skills – experienced in conducting research and analyzing data.
• Independence – can "hit the ground running" and work with minimal supervision.
• Flexibility – able to change course quickly and effectively.
• Commute field experience – prior experience working with commuting programs or initiatives.
• Contract management – skilled in managing contracts to support program goals. 
• Equity – committed to ensuring transportation programs are inclusive and accessible to all.

 

About the Sustainability Department
Established in July 2014, the Sustainability Department is dedicated to enhancing the environmental resilience and sustainability of both the County’s operations and the wider community.

 

Our mission is to build innovative solutions that address today’s changing environment while solving for a sustainable future. Through our comprehensive programs, we lead efforts to combat and adapt to climate change, ensure access to clean energy, water, and air, and conserve resources through effective waste reduction strategies.

 

Examples Of Duties

 

The duties of the Sustainability Specialist, may include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Help develop the strategic vision and goals and manage daily operations for the CAP.
• Coordinate the evaluation of the current CAP and launch the re-designed program.
• Pro-actively develop relationships with County departments and regional and local transportation agencies and other partners.
• Develop and implement a marketing and communications strategy and oversee all customer service-related issues for the CAP.
• Identify Transportation Demand Management best practices to be incorporated into the CAP.
• Serve as a liaison to County departments and regional transportation planning initiatives and partnerships.
• Execute contracts, monitor budgets, and coordinate with contractors and County Departments on logistics of the CAP (enroll employees, resolve any issues regarding transit passes, etc.)
• Conduct commute surveys and analyze commute and emissions data.
• Coordinate and support outreach events.

 

Qualifications  

Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is three years of experience in the field of transportation planning or resource conservation which has included program analysis and coordination.

 

Application/Examination

 

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, or extra-help/limited term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.

The following are required to be submitted:

 

1. Regular online County Employment Application Form, including completion of the Supplemental Questionnaire.
2. Resume.
3. Cover letter expressing your interest in the position and how your education and/or experience qualify you for the position.

The examination process will consist of an application screening based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions (weight: pass/fail). Candidates who pass the application screening may be invited to a panel interview (weight:100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.
 
IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.

Tentative Recruitment Schedule
Final Filing Date: Monday, September 22, 2025
Application Screening: Thursday, September 25, 2025
Panel Interviews: Monday, October 6, 2025

 

Join an agency committed to creating a healthy breathing environment for every Bay Area resident while protecting and improving public health, air quality, and the global climate! 

The Bay Area Air District (Air District) is a regional government agency, committed to achieving clean air to protect the public's health and the environment. The Air District accomplishes this goal through regulation of industrial facilities and various outreach and incentive programs designed to encourage clean air choices. 

The Air District's jurisdiction encompasses all of seven counties - Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara and Napa, and portions of two others - southwestern Solano and southern Sonoma. 

At the Air District, we take pride in our commitment to fostering a workplace that values diversity and promotes cultural awareness. We prioritize employee engagement by providing a collaborative and inclusive environment that encourages active participation and open dialogue. Additionally, we believe in pay equity and strive to create an equitable compensation structure. With a strong emphasis on work-life balance, we understand the importance of supporting our employees' well-being both inside and outside the workplace. Join us in a dynamic and inclusive culture where your contributions are celebrated, and your growth is nurtured. 

This recruitment is for one (1) Manager position in the Assessment, Inventory & Modeling (AIM) Division. This is an open recruitment for one (1) full-time, exempt, management position. 

About the Position
Under administrative direction, the position manages the Air Quality Modeling and Analysis (AQM&A) Section in the AIM Division. The manager is responsible for: maintaining a positive work environment within the AQM&A Section to promote a culture of excellence; directing the development and evaluation of air quality modeling analyses at both regional and local scales, including modeling assessment of potential health impacts from various air pollutants and emission sources; with support from AIM Division staff, developing, evaluating, and reporting modeling-based assessments of community exposure and health impacts from air pollution; interacting with the Board of Directors, Advisory Council, and Air District management and staff on air quality modeling assessments; and performing related work as assigned.

Incumbents in this class make decisions that have impacts on daily operations and implementation of established procedures and policies and solve problems requiring analyses of issues that may result in deviations from routine processes, new technology, and additional resources.  Incumbents make recommendations for program planning and directing, as well as organizing new and future resource needs.

About the Division
The Assessment, Inventory, and Modeling (AIM) Division prepares comprehensive source emission inventories for the Bay Area and conducts air quality modeling at both regional and community scales. AIM prepares technical assessments that evaluate equity in air pollution exposures and health impacts in support of Air District programs. AIM coordinates and implements programs to improve and report estimates of emissions of criteria pollutants, toxic air contaminants, and climate forcing pollutants. AIM maintains the Bay Area photochemical grid modeling platform and functions, developed and analyze modeled concentrations, exposures of toxic air contaminants, particulate matter, ozone and their precursors, to support targeted strategies that reduce impacts of air pollution both regionally and within communities, especially where Assembly Bill (AB) 617 community action plans are being developed and implemented. AIM reviews and provides guidance on environmental health risk assessments within environmental review documents prepared pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The incumbent will assume responsibility for leading and managing multiple programs and functional areas within the AIM Division and assisting the Division Director in implementing the Air District’s policies and best practices, as well as making decisions regarding program planning, project prioritization, and staff resources allocation. The incumbent will also lead or support collaborative projects across Divisions and provide technical assessments of modeled air pollutant concentrations and health risk associated with stationary and mobile sources.

 

 

Examples of Duties for this Position

(Illustrative Only)

Develops and implements goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the assigned programs, especially those related to regional and local air quality modeling, to support the Air District’s regulation and policy development and implementation.

Directs, organizes, assigns, reviews, and evaluates the work of assigned staff; selects and trains staff and provides for their professional development.

Directs the preparation, maintenance, verification, and reconciliation of a wide variety of reports.

Develops, reviews, and recommends improved methods and procedures; directs the team in using appropriate modeling analysis approaches and project/task management tools.

Directs the maintenance of and maintains accurate records; prepares clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.

Analyzes technical data and problems, prepares and presents reports and recommendations regarding operational and policy issues to the Board, various committees, and other Air District groups.

Analyzes and reviews local, state, and federal legislation to determine its impact on the Air District.

Responds to requests for public information regarding the Air District's policies, procedures and operations.

Represents the Air District and assists the Director/Officer as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills is:

Equivalent to graduation from a four (4) year college or university with major coursework in a job related field, including atmospheric and environmental science, environmental modeling, or environmental engineering, and four (4) years of professional level work experience preferably in a public agency, of which at least two (2) years were at a supervisory level. Some positions may require specialized training, education and experience.

The City of Sunnyvale is recruiting for a Principal Water Pollution Control Plan Operator.  This position, reporting to the Water Pollution Control Operations Manager, undertakes supervisory responsibilities at the Sunnyvale Water Pollution Control Plant (SWPCP). Their duties include providing instruction, troubleshooting, and maintenance related to plant operations, supervising training programs, ensuring efficient operation and maintenance of equipment, and coordinating with various stakeholders.

 

The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way:

• Graduation from high school or tested equivalent, and
• Five years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant with at least 3 years at the shift supervisor level as defined by the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB).  The Senior WPC Operator position at the SWPCP is considered equivalent to the SWRCB Shift Supervisor definition.
• Grade III Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators Certificate issued by the California State Water Quality Control Board
• Class C California driver's license and a safe driving record

 

A complete application consists of a city application and supplemental questionnaire. The position is open from starting August 15, 2024, with the first application review on September 16, 2024.  For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: www.sunnyvale.ca.gov

 

Salary: $59.68 - $76.17 Hourly