5640-Environmental Specialist

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CITY AND COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES

JOB CODE TITLE: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST JOB CODE: 5640

Business Unit: COMMN

DEFINITION: Under general supervision, positions in this class are responsible for coordinating and implementing federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations; developing and implementing environmentally related programs; and making recommendations for program enhancement.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES: This is the journey level in the series. Positions in this class are assigned to three distinct specialties: Fiscal/Grants specialty, Integrated Pest Management (IPM) specialty, and Clean Air specialty. Incumbents in the Fiscal Grants specialty have primary responsibilities for administering grants, this includes managing, coordinating and providing fiscal oversight of grant funds. Incumbents in the Integrated Pest Management specialty are responsible for the implementation and oversight of the Integrated Pesticide Management Ordinance and pertinent laws and regulations. Incumbents in the Clean Air specialty are responsible for the coordination and implementation of the Healthy Air Program Legislation, the Healthy Air and Smog Ordinance and other environmental laws and regulations.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: May be assigned to supervise staff.

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.

Fiscal/Grants Specialty:

1. Coordinates and administers grants.

2. Maintains databases of grantees, including accounting and other financial records.

3. Prepares periodic budgets and financial reports on grant program.

4. Provides administrative oversight of grants.

5. Prepares, compiles, and distributes reports for each grant project.

6. Reviews and processes monthly and other invoices from grantees.

7. Acts as primary liaison with grantees by ensuring that projects are completed as proposed, meeting

timeline goals and projections.

8. Acts as primary liaison for selected grantees with the Commission and Department of the

Environment, the Mayor's Office, the Board of Supervisors, and the general public.

9. Performs duties as assigned.

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Specialty:

1. Provides oversight and technical support to staff citywide.

2. Researches alternative pest control technologies.

3. Manages database for citywide pesticide use.

4. Evaluates health and environmental hazards posed by various pest management techniques and chemicals.

5. Provides outreach to community and other jurisdictions.

6. Writes reports.

7. Manages technical assistance pest management service.

8. Develops, administers, monitors, and coordinates budget.

9. Performs duties as assigned.

JOB CODE TITLE: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST JOB CODE: 5640

Business Unit: COMMN

Clean Air Specialty:

1. Implements the Healthy Air and Smog Ordinance.

2. Functions as project manager for a number of projects, including transportation demand management.

3. Trains and supervises staff.

4. Plans and implements projects.

5. Coordinates transportation demand management (TDM) activities.

6. Represents City at public forums, including those at the federal, state, and local level.

7. Assists in efforts to secure grants for the Clean Air Program.

8. Performs regular research and critical analysis of all aspects of clean fuel vehicles and infrastructure.

9. Coordinates budget.

10. Researches and selects consultants; negotiates and finalizes Clean Air Program training; and negotiates

contracts.

11. Performs duties as assigned.

JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Fiscal/Grants Specialty:

Knowledge of: federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to financial/grant administration; energy, environmental health and environmental laws and regulations.

Ability to: use a personal computer; manage projects; apply general financial (accounting, auditing); collect data and coordinate information from multiple agencies; utilize word processing programs, spreadsheet, and communication software; utilize accounting/purchasing systems; communicate effectively both orally and in written format; negotiate and resolve conflicts.

IPM Specialty:

Knowledge of: federal, state and local IPM and related environmental laws and regulations; integrated pest management techniques and methods.

Ability to: use a personal computer; manage projects; collect data and coordinate information from multiple agencies; utilize word processing programs, spreadsheet, and communication software; communicate effectively both orally and in written format; negotiate and resolve conflicts.

Clean Air Specialty:

Knowledge of: federal, state and local clean air and related environmental laws and regulations; transportation management issues; governmental structure and operations; data accumulation and tracking techniques.

Ability to: use a personal computer; utilize word processing programs, spreadsheet, and communication software; work with a wide variety of individuals including governmental employees, department heads, members of the media, vendors, and local legislators; raise funds and write grants; conduct research and analysis; communicate effectively both orally and in written format; negotiate and resolve conflicts.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES:

Training: Possession of a baccalaureate degree in public administration, business administration, accounting, biology, environmental sciences, or a related field (within the specialty area) from an accredited college or university; AND,

Experience: Two (2) years of experience performing duties similar to those described in this class, within the area of specialty.

Effective Date: July 25, 2001

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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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