Environmental Quality Manager

Pima County • Tucson, AZ

3d • $84,572 - $118,435 • Onsite

About The Position

This position oversees and implements strategies to uphold environmental standards, ensuring the preservation and enhancement of natural resources within our community. This role is within the Solid Waste Division of the Department of Environmental Quality and is based at the Ina Road Administration Office, 5301 W. Ina Road. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all operations and staff within the Solid Waste Division and reports directly to the Deputy Director of Environmental Quality. This classification is in unclassified service and is exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in engineering, physical or natural science, or closely-related field as defined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND four years of work experience in environmental quality, air quality, water quality, hazardous materials, solid waste or pre-registration civil engineering AND two years of supervisory experience.
• Valid driver license is required at time of application.
• Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with/knowledge of landfill and transfer station operations and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Experience with permit compliance and preparing regulatory reports.
• Experience managing multiple programs, set priorities, and analyzing and resolving operational and administrative issues.
• Experience supervising or managing consultants, staff, and landfill repair/maintenance projects.
• Experience with/knowledge of budgeting, finance, and procurement processes.
• Experience with groundwater sampling, gas monitoring, and leachate collection.
• Experience operating field vehicles and equipment trailers.

Responsibilities

• Manages, develops, and directs the operations of PDEQ programs, including but not limited to Air Quality, Climate, Communication/Outreach, Water, RCRA, Solid Waste
• Manages employee workloads, direction, and decisions to ensure effective operation of PDEQ programs, including compliance with all applicable regulations
• Provides direct support to the Department Director by identifying and resolving technical and operational issues associated with programs
• Reviews environmental rules and statutes
• Prepares concise and accurate reports to meet the needs of the audience and presents findings
• Participates in the development and implementation of laws, codes and regulations governing environmental quality issues and concerns
• Provides input and recommendations on the development and administration of the annual Department budget
• Develops and fosters strong working relationships with internal (i.e. PDEQ, County Administration) County staff and relevant stakeholders
• Responds to queries from various groups, by identifying issues, researching and preparing responses, and coordinating any needed additional response efforts.

Benefits

• Employees enjoy competitive salaries, generous health insurance coverage, and retirement plans that contribute to long-term financial security.
• Pima County recognizes the importance of a healthy work-life balance, offering flexible work schedules, a generous family leave policy and wellness programs that prioritize employee well-being.
• Employees benefit from opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs.
• In addition, a County-wide employee recognition program rewards employees who exemplify the County values of being accountable, respectful and ethical as well as providing great customer service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager