5638-Environmental Assistant

Job description

CITY AND COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES

JOB CODE TITLE: ENVIRONMENTAL ASSISTANT JOB CODE: 5638

Business Unit: COMMN

DEFINITION: Under immediate supervision, positions in this class are responsible for assisting in the implementation of environmental ordinances, projects, and programs in distinct areas of specialty, such as Clean Air Programs, Energy Conservation Programs, Public Outreach and Education programs, Recycling Commercial and Residential Programs, and Toxics Reduction.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES: This is the entry-level class in the series. Class 5638 Environmental Assistant is distinguished from Class 5640 Environmental Specialist in that the latter performs full journey-level duties. Class 5638 Environmental Assistants works under direct supervision and are typically assigned duties within a well-defined scope; may be assigned projects with a greater scope of responsibility with increased experience.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: No supervision exercised.

EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

1. Assists in the planning and implementation of environmental programs and/or projects within the specialty areas by designing, revising and making recommendations for program enhancement and/or participating in task forces or committees.

2. Assists in the development, coordination, implementation and evaluation of environmental programs and/or projects mandated by federal, state and local laws, statutes, such as community outreach, training, recycling, toxics reduction, efficiency, transportation and demand management, and clean air.

3. Updates and maintains database information by researching information, performing data entry, updating databases, and creating reports for review and analysis.

4. Conducts presentations and public outreach by developing working relationships and conducting presentations for community agencies and representing the department in the community.

5. Coordinates staff training and conferences by assisting staff in preparing materials, securing location and notifying participants of training and/or conferences.

6. Writes letters, memos, reports and other documents to staff, the general public, community organizations in order to communicate information and data.

7. Assists in the implementation of contract processes by reviewing reports and payments to grantees according to agency memorandum of understanding; and tracking expenditures.

8. Responds to written and verbal inquiries from the public by phone or in writing regarding complaints and requests for information.

9. Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of: basic knowledge of environmental federal, state and local issues, laws and regulations; and knowledge of survey techniques and methods.

JOB CODE TITLE: ENVIRONMENTAL ASSISTANT JOB CODE: 5638

Business Unit: COMMN

Ability to: ability to plan, coordinate, implement and evaluate programs and projects; analyze and solve problems; communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing; develop and foster working relationships with a variety of individuals; use a personal computer; and work in a team-based environment.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES:

Possession of a baccalaureate degree in public administration, business administration, environmental science or a closely related field from an accredited college; and one (1) year of professional experience in planning, coordinating, implementing and evaluating environmental programs. Experience must have been gained within the area of specialty; and possession of a valid driver's license.

Effective Date: 3/25/02

Amended and Retitled: 11/27/02

Amended: 12/06/02

Reason for Amendment: To accurately reflect the current tasks, knowledge, skills and abilities and minimum qualifications of this class.

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Disaster service work

All City and County of San Francisco employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

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