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Assistant Director of Environmental Services (4200-56)

Hamilton County, Ohio • Full-time • Cincinnati, OH, US • $54 - $73 / hour • 3w ago

Your Benefits Working for Hamilton County!

Starting Salary: $112,382.40
Generous Paid Time Off: 11 Paid Holidays, Immediately Begin Accruing Paid Vacation and Sick Time, Earned Personal Days, and Paid Parental Leave.
Ohio Public Employee Retirement System which includes 14% Employer Contribution and a defined benefit option.
Highly Competitive and Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, HRA, Dental, Vision, Employer-Paid Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility, Wellness Incentives, robust Employee Assistance Program, access to Free Medical and Rx through Marathon Health, plus expansive Behavioral and Mental Health Resources, and More!

Summary of Job Duties:

Manages and coordinates activities for air quality management including supervision of senior air quality managers. Develops, implements and monitors the Air Quality Program; implements the administrative, financial (includes budget preparation) and technical functions required by state and federal contracts, directs the enforcement program and activities, permit program and air quality monitoring network for the Department’s jurisdictional area. Manages department staff in performance of job duties and responsibilities (e.g., assigns tasks, evaluates performance, administers discipline, recommends personnel actions, etc.).
Researches, compiles, and analyzes environmental issues concerning air quality, water quality and solid waste with an emphasis on air quality. Provides technical information and advice to aide in decision-making and draws conclusions and makes appropriate recommendations; schedules meetings, provides information and conducts presentations concerning air quality management and services as representative of the air quality program to community organizations, environmental organizations, industry, townships, municipalities, counties, state and federal agencies; participates in various Air Quality (NACAA and OLAPCOA) and Solid Waste committees. Reviews and makes recommendations concerning technical and administrative merits of solid waste contracts with city and county health departments.
Works with Hamilton County and outside contractors in maintaining and improving the Department’s building and various air monitoring sites; completes duties and tasks to ensure continued operations of the Department; develops and reviews requests for quotations and requests for proposals for cost effectiveness and adherence to program specifications; and assists Operations Manager with budget process.
Works with Ohio EPA and local Metropolitan Planning Organization to develop regional air pollution control strategies and programs (both voluntary and required); coordinates air quality planning with federal, state and regional regulatory agencies; participates in the development and evaluation of regional air quality control and abatement planning; reviews studies and assist outside agencies for special project grants to reduce air emissions in Southwest Ohio (diesel retrofit, air toxic studies, etc.). Prepares memos for Director and other top management personnel in support of air and solid waste issues.
Serves as backup liaison with other County agencies and outside personnel; represents Director at meetings and makes presentations. Assists Director in development of Departmental Awards Program (NACO, National Environmental Awards, etc.); assists in maintaining and updating Department standard operating procedures and various plans (i.e., Emergency Action Plan, Continuity of Operations Plan, etc.).

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Sciences, Engineering, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field
8 to 10 years experience which indicates a comprehensive knowledge of air quality practices, regulations, contract negotiation, management practices, industrial pollution controls and permits, enforcement settlement discussions and air monitoring
Management experience which demonstrates the ability manage and work with employees

Work Location and Hours:

250 William Howard Taft

Cincinnati, OH 45219

Deadline to Apply:

Until Filled

Be part of our Team! We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a second-chance employer and a recovery friendly workplace.

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