Regulatory Compliance Analyst, Senior

Full Job Description

The City of Tacoma and Tacoma Public Utilities are establishing an eligible list for Regulatory Compliance Analyst, Senior that will be used for one year.

Tacoma Power currently has a vacancy for Regulatory Compliance Analyst, Senior, but this list will be used throughout the year should vacancies come up in any other department.

The key responsibilities for this position can be categorized as follows: Project Management:

1. Manage and lead projects and studies.
2. Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets.
3. Coordinate cross-functional project teams.
4. Set and monitor progress towards project goals.
5. Ensure adherence to project standards and manage project budgets.

Data Analysis and Reporting:

1. Research, compile, and analyze complex data.
2. Identify trends and present findings to management.
3. Provide recommendations and solutions based on data results.
4. Implement processes based on findings and summaries.
5. Review laboratory and field testing for regulatory compliance.
6. Conduct and review sampling and/or flow monitoring for programs and projects
7. Respond to complex scientific requests.
8. Prepare or oversee the preparation of technical reports, plans, and specifications.

Tacoma Power Environmental Programs Managed under Regulatory Compliance Analyst, Senior:

1. Oversee programs such as Clean Air Act, Air & Greenhouse gas programs, Model Toxics Clean-up Act, Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, & Liability Program Act, Emergency Spill response programs, permit management, City Municipal Stormwater Permit, and Regional Road Maintenance.
2. Compile site assessments, cleanup field notes, and laboratory analytical results.
3. Prepare and submit required spill response and cleanup reports.

Environmental Services Environmental Programs Managed under Regulatory Compliance Analyst, Senior:

1. Implementing programs such as, National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Stormwater Phase Iregulations, Underground Injection Control wells and associated Washington State regulations, Model Toxics Clean-up Act (CERCLA, Superfund), Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, & Liability Program Act, and Regional Road Maintenance.
2. Implementing environmental permitting programs for Environmental Services construction and maintenance projects, such as, Tacoma Smelter Plume Soil Management Plan, SEPA, JARPA, HPA, EIS, Waste disposal Authorization; and the associated environmental restoration projects, practices, monitoring and maintenance methods, and ecosystem functions.
3. Develop and manage environmental consultant contracts for permitting assistance and habitat assessment services including wetland delineations, biodiversity areas and/or steep slopes.
4. Developing, implementing and evaluating programs and policies for regulatory compliance.
5. Environmental regulatory compliance and environmental systems management.

Environmental Services Environmental Monitoring Programs Managed under Regulatory Compliance Analyst, Senior:

• Implementing monitoring programs such as NPDES Phase I Stormwater Permit, NPDES Wastewater Discharge Permit, Superfund Consent Decree, in particular for precipitation, surface water, stormwater, wastewater, ground water, soil and sediment monitoring (quantity, quality and/or flow).

This comprehensive breakdown highlights the distinct responsibilities associated with the Regulatory Compliance Analyst, Senior role in the City of Tacoma.

Requirements

Minimum Education*
Bachelor's degree in environmental science, natural resources, chemistry, biology or directly related field

Minimum Experience*
4 years of professional-level experience in environmental science or natural resources compliance, planning or mitigation

Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements
Washington State Driver's License

*Relevant education and experience may substitute for one another on a year-for-year basis.

Additional Information

A Commitment to Equity & DiversityAt the City of Tacoma, we're on a mission to make our workforce as diverse and inclusive as the community we serve.

We actively seek out candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Join our team at the City of Tacoma and help us build a more vibrant, inclusive, and equitable community for all.

If you have a less traditional background, we want to hear about your transferrable skills and experience. We value a variety of perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the table.

The Community

Tacoma is centrally located just 32 miles south of the city of Seattle and 31 miles north of the state capital, Olympia.

The City of Tacoma is also home to the Port of Tacoma, which is among the largest container ports in the United States.

Like most cities in the northwest, Tacoma is surrounded by beautiful nature, offering residents many opportunities for outdoor adventures.

Largely suburban in nature with a small, but dense, urban core, Tacoma is home to numerous institutes of higher learning that attract students from across the country.

The University of Washington Tacoma, Pacific Lutheran University, University of Puget Sound, a satellite campus of the Evergreen State College, three community/technical colleges, and several trade and business schools are within Tacoma's geographic area.

Downtown's Cultural District is the site of the Washington State History Museum, Museum of Glass, the Tacoma Art Museum, and America's Car Museum.

With its affordable housing and distinctive neighborhoods and business districts, the city has been recognized numerous times as a best city to live in the nation. To see a few of the great things Tacoma has to offer, view this YouTube Video!

View this exciting video to learn more about the City of Tacoma: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2n5MWl8KFvI

Apply

All interested individuals must apply online and attach a resume and cover letter that includes major responsibilities and accomplishments related to the position.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their supplemental question responses reviewed by a panel of subject matter experts as part of the civil service examination.

Applicants who pass the examination will be placed on the eligible list for interview and hiring consideration. Appointment is subject to passing a background check.

New employees must successfully complete a nine-month probationary period prior to obtaining permanent status in this classification.

Compensation & Benefits
Pay Details:
Annual Salary: $98,280.00 - $138,320.00

Employee Benefits | City of Tacoma

Get Assistance

For assistance with the application process or questions regarding this job announcement please contact the Human Resources office at (253) 591-5400 by 4:00 p.m. of the closing date of the job announcement.

For technical difficulties using the Neogov system, call the applicant support line at 1-855-524-5627 between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time. This will allow us to assist you before the job announcement closes.

Communication with the City of Tacoma

We primarily communicate via email during the application process. Emails from Tacoma.gov and/or governmentjobs.com should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk email folders.