Environmental Compliance Management Professional I

Full Job Description

SALARY:

Environmental Compliance Management Professional I: $98,438.08- $125,634.08 Annually

Environmental Compliance Management Professional II: $103,342.72- $131,911.52 Annually

We are accepting applications to fill one (1) full-time Environmental Compliance Management Professional I vacancy in the Transportation Division of the Public Works Department in Santa Maria or Santa Barbara.

THE POSITION: Under general supervision, this position provides technical and administrative support for development permit reviews and traffic engineering functions.

The role involves reviewing permit applications for completeness and compliance, coordinating with applicants and developers, conducting site visits, and assisting with traffic engineering activities such as traffic data analysis, traffic modeling, parking management, and responding to public inquiries.

The position works closely with internal staff, external stakeholders, and the public to ensure adherence to County standards, policies, and safety requirements.

We are also accepting applications to establish employment lists for future Full-Time, Part-Time, Civil Service Rule 1414* and Extra-Help Environmental Compliance Management Professional vacancies in All Locations.

*NOTE: Positions vacated as a result of a leave of absence (Civil Service Rule 1414) and the duration of the appointment shall be subject to the return of the individual who is on leave.

A person who is appointed to a position under Civil Service Rule 1414 may be able to transition into a regular position in the classification without re-application or re-testing, depending on the performance of the appointee and the needs of the department.

*BENEFITS: The 1414 position is eligible for Full-Time benefits.

NOTE: The County may provide reimbursement for reasonable relocation expenses, and, at the discretion of the CEO, can provide flexible relocation assistance, housing and student loan offsets, cash incentives, and/or vacation and sick leave pre-accruals in the interest of attracting the best talent to the organization.

BENEFITS OVERVIEW

• Vacation: 12 to 25 days per year depending on length of public employment.
• Holidays: 13 days per year.
• Sick Leave:12 days sick leave per year. Unlimited accumulation, one year of which can be converted to service credit upon retirement.
• Health Plan: Choice of medical and dental plans (with vision care). County contributes toward the employee's premium.
• On-Site Employee Health Clinics in Santa Barbara and Santa Maria: Provides ongoing and episodic services to eligible employees and their eligible dependents over age 15.

Click on the Benefits Tab above or click here for more information on County benefits. In addition, applicants from other public sector employers may qualify for:

• Retirement reciprocity
• Time and service credit towards an advanced vacation accrual rate

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This is the first level in the Management Professional series. This class is distinguished from the journey-level Management Professional II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within this series. Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same independence of direction and judgment on matters allocated to the Management Professional II. While this class may be used as a training classification, employees are required to have professional management analysis related work experience.

The Management Professional I can be flexibly staffed to the Management Professional II level.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Reports to a higher-level manager or may report to a Management Professional Senior. May act as a lead worker for assigned technical and administrative staff.

The Ideal Candidate possesses:

• Experience preparing reports for regulatory agencies
• Solution and customer service-oriented
• Experience working in a public sector, municipality or special district
• Ability to lead and effectively manage multiple situations occurring simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:
The County's Public Works Department employees are committed to efficiently providing, operating and maintaining public works infrastructure, facilities and services to make everyday life as safe and convenient as possible for the public we serve. The Department is comprised of five Divisions: Administration, Resource Recovery & Waste Management, Surveyor's Office, Transportation, and Water Resources. To learn more about the Public Works Department, please visit: https://www.countyofsb.org/pwd/

Requirements

These examples are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job and not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual.

1. Performs complex administrative, technical, and analytical functions in support of departmental operations or county-wide initiatives, including project management of small traffic and Active Transportation Plan (ATP) projects, program implementation, contract administration, and policy development.
2. Reviews development permit applications and traffic control plans for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with applicable local, state, and federal codes, standards, and regulations; processes encroachment permits related to traffic.
3. Conducts traffic engineering studies, traffic impact analyses, productivity and efficiency studies, and operational reviews, including speed zone evaluations, critical intersection modeling, and administrative system evaluations.
4. Coordinates and collaborates with applicants, developers, design professionals, County departments, external agencies, and the public to clarify requirements, resolve discrepancies, and ensure integrated planning and project delivery; regularly communicates and meets with constituents on traffic and safety concerns.
5. Analyzes and interprets transportation and traffic data, including traffic counts and forecasting, and prepares findings to inform planning and safety improvements.
6. Participates in the development, evaluation, and updating of County development standards, Transportation Impact Mitigation Fee programs, and internal procedures based on current data, projections, and policy changes.
7. Assists with or prepares contracts, board letters, resolutions, technical reports, operational plans, and policy recommendations; provides input for long-range planning efforts and annual work plans.
8. Conducts site visits to verify field conditions, assess traffic operations, ensure compliance with approved plans, and support development review and construction monitoring activities.
9. Develops and delivers presentations to internal staff, the Board of Supervisors, elected officials, and the public; supports public meetings and hearings by preparing materials and presenting traffic-related findings.
10. Responds to constituent inquiries regarding traffic safety, transportation programs, development standards, and permit requirements; ensures timely and accurate communication with all stakeholders.
11. Trains and supports staff in the use and maintenance of traffic modeling software, standard operating procedures, and permit review practices.
12. Maintains accurate project documentation and tracking systems to support efficient management, transparency, and compliance with County and departmental standards.
13. Monitors and analyzes transportation policies at the local, state, and federal levels, providing recommendations to inform County planning and development efforts; represents Traffic, Transportation, and Public Works at interdepartmental and public design team (PDT) meetings.
14. Performs other related duties as required, including coverage for Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activations for Transportation/Public Works (Trans/PW), in support of the operational and strategic goals of the department.

Qualifications

The knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below may be acquired through various types of training, education, and experience. A typical way to acquire the required knowledge and abilities would be:

• Equivalent of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a field related to the specified job family AND,
• One (1) year of experience in planning, analysis, coordination, and evaluation in a field related to the specified job family.

Licenses and Certificates
For specific positions, possession and maintenance of a valid California driver’s license and the ability to meet automobile insurability requirements of the County or the ability to provide suitable transportation needs as a condition of continued employment.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of public administration and principles of organization, management, and staffing.
• Pertinent local, State and Federal laws, rules, regulations, and statutes.
• Principles and practices of public finance, budgeting, and fiscal control.
• Standard and accepted modern research techniques, including the use of surveys and questionnaires.
• Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment.
• Computer software, including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database applications.
• English usage, spelling, punctuation, and grammar.

Ability to:

• Identify and interpret technical and numerical information; observe and problem solve operational and technical policies and procedures.
• Understand, interpret, and apply complex rules and procedures.
• Analyze systems and administrative and management practices and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Assist with the design and development of effective management and human resources programs.
• Determine effective methods of research, compile data and present in a form most likely to enhance understanding.
• Interpret and apply pertinent local, State, and Federal laws and regulations.
• Analyze situations quickly and objectively, apply appropriate elements of decision making and determine the proper course of action.
• Exercise initiative, sound independent judgment, tact, sensitivity, and discretion and maintain confidentiality within established guidelines.
• Collaborate with various community groups in a tactful and effective manner.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Observe and problem solve operational and technical policies and procedures; recall and utilize a variety of information; work under time pressure and complete a high volume of tasks; focus on a single task for long periods of time.
• Read, analyze, evaluate, and summarize written materials and statistical data, including reports, financial reports, and budgets.
• Learn, understand, interpret, explain, and apply complex rules and procedures.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse range of individuals, including but not limited to coworkers, subordinate staff, supervisors, other managers, professional agencies, and the general public.

Additional Information

May be required to work a varied schedule of hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Completion of a background investigation to the satisfaction of the County may be required for some assignments.

Application & Selection Process

• Review applications and supplemental questionnaires to determine those applicants who meet the employment standards.

Supplemental Questionnaire Ranking: Candidates’ response to the required supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and scored.

Candidates’ final score and rank on the employment list will be determined by their responses to the supplemental questionnaire.

This process may be eliminated if there are fewer than 11 qualified candidates.

Candidates must receive a percentage score of at least 70 on the supplemental questionnaire ranking assessment to be placed on an employment list. An adjustment may be made to raw scores based on factors listed in Civil Service Rule 6. Those candidates who are successful in the selection process will have their names placed on the employment list for a minimum of three months. At the time the employment list is established, all candidates will receive an email notice of their score on the examination, rank on the employment list, and duration of the employment list.

The appointee must satisfactorily complete a one-year probationary period.

Recruiters will communicate with applicants by e-mail during each step in the recruitment process. Applicants are reminded to check spam filters continuously during the Recruitment & Selection Process steps listed above to ensure they do not miss required deadlines.

Conditional Job Offer: Once a conditional offer of employment has been made, candidates will be required to successfully complete a background check, which includes a conviction history check, and satisfactory reference checks. Appointee may be subject to a post-offer medical evaluation or examination.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting. We require verification of needed accommodation from a professional source, such a Medical Provider or a learning institution.

Disaster Service Worker: Pursuant to Governmental code section 3100, all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service. Activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.


STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT: The County of Santa Barbara provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any type with regard to any characteristic or status protected by any federal law, state law, or Santa Barbara County ordinance.

The County continues to be committed to a merit-based selection process and to eliminating barriers to attracting and retaining top qualified candidates.

The County has a long-standing practice of providing a work environment that respects the dignity of individual employees and values their contributions to our organization.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, March 17, 2026, at 4:59 PM PST. Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at www.sbcountyjobs.com.

Kim Clark, Human Resources Specialist: kiclark@countyofsb.org