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The Environmental Health Administrator selected for this opportunity will gain key public sector experience in decentralized wastewater treatment facilities that can effectively position you to pursue and obtain key, sought-after public sector jobs. We are looking for a Civil Engineer or related Professional that has 3+ years of experience and/or knowledge in siting or design of on-site wastewater treatment systems, such as septic tanks or package plants. The position will be on-site and part-time (approximately 24-28 hours per week) in the Malibu area. 

As an Onsite Wastewater Program Specialist, your duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Supporting the planning and oversight of the City’s Wastewater Management Program, including ensuring compliance of Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems (OWTS) and managing the Operating Permit Program.
• Review of OWTS applications and documents for compliance with local, state, and City regulations.
• Conducting inspections and investigations to ensure adherence to OWTS codes and ordinances.
• Providing technical support and legislative review related to OWTS and environmental regulations.
• Overseeing consultant activities on OWTS-related projects and wastewater program initiatives.
• Developing and managing public outreach and educational efforts on OWTS topics, including creation of materials such as brochures and flyers.
• Responding to citizen complaints and service requests, conducting investigations and follow-ups as needed.
• Staying informed on relevant legal, technological, and policy changes, and recommending updates to City procedures accordingly.

As an Onsite Wastewater Program Specialist, you will have:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Public Health, Biological Science, Chemistry, Physical Science, or related
• Minimum of 3 years of increasingly responsible experience in wastewater treatment system design, construction, inspection, and/or compliance, including experience with onsite treatment systems
• Preferred: Registration as an Environmental Health Specialist in the State of California, a Registered Civil Engineer, a Registered Geologist, or equivalent
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship in the U.S.)
• Valid CA Driver’s License and proof of insurance