ENVIRONMENTAL ENFORCEMENT TECHNICIAN II (CLASS CODE 3086)

Position Overview

Skilled work in the enforcement of environmental or water pollution control laws and other environmental requirements mandated by state and federal agencies (including the Environmental Protection Agency and Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality). This role involves a range of enforcement activities related to the Stormwater, Backflow Prevention and Pretreatment sections; implementing programs and policies; conducting information collection, inspection, monitoring, sampling, and public education.

Key Responsibilities

• Enforce environmental and water pollution control laws and regulations.
• Conduct inspections, monitoring, sampling and compliance reviews of storm water/wastewater discharges and backflow prevention systems.
• Implement and administer programs and policies related to environmental compliance.
• Educate the public on environmental requirements and pollution prevention practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree* in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Engineering or a related field for Original Entrance; OR for Promotional, a Bachelor's Degree* with two (2) years of experience as an Environmental Enforcement Technician I, or an Associate’s Degree* with three (3) years of related full-time experience.
• Four (4) years of full-time experience in water treatment, wastewater treatment, or environmental compliance inspection (Original Entrance); or the respective experience requirements for Promotional consideration.
• Current Class One (I) Wastewater Collection or Water Distribution Certification issued by the Louisiana Department of Health.
• Current Class One (I) Wastewater Treatment or Water Treatment Certification issued by the Louisiana Department of Health.
• For Promotional eligibility, possession of Water Supply Specialists and Backflow Assembly Tester Certifications is required.