Environmental Regulatory Compliance Superintendent
Apply NowCompany: City of Modesto, CA
Location: Modesto, CA 95355
Description:
Salary: $107,120.00 - $130,208.00 Annually
Location : Modesto, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 3368b
Department: Utilities
Opening Date: 03/04/2025
Closing Date: 3/25/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: MCMA
THE POSITION
The City of Modesto's Utilities Department is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Environmental Regulatory Compliance Superintendent to oversee and manage the Environmental Services division.
Upcoming Salary Increases and Incentives:
3% COLA effective July 1, 2025
3% COLA effective July 1, 2026
2.5% Education Incentive (bachelor's degree)
5% Education Incentive (master's degree)
The Environmental Regulatory Compliance Superintendent is responsible to plan, organize, direct, and supervise the activities of the Environmental Services and Laboratory Services sections within the Utilities Department; to coordinate section activities with other divisions and departments.
APPLICATION PROCESS
The Supplemental Questionnaire is the Training and Experience Exam (Weighted 100%). In addition to the City of Modesto employment application, applicants must complete and submit onlineresponses to the supplemental questionnaire. Only the applicants who meet the minimum qualifications by the final filing date will become candidates and their supplemental questionnaire will be rated and scored. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. Therefore, your responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough and complete because the exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this position. When completing the supplemental questionnaire, please note:
The City of Modesto is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. A City application is required, including Supplemental Questionnaire.
ESSENTIAL AND MARGINAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS
Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Essential Functions:
Assist in the development and implementation of section goals and objectives; establish performance standards and methods for pretreatment, industrial, plan check, and public education programs; develop and implement policies and procedures.
Plan, prioritize, assign, develop, and oversee the work of staff involved in pretreatment and stormwater inspection and enforcement programs thatpromote a safer environment, protect collection systems, groundwater, and receiving water in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and ordinances.
Evaluate operations and activities of assigned sections; recommend and implement improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operations and activities.
Assist in budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; submit justifications for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitor and control expenditures.
Participate in the selection of staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; conduct performance evaluations; recommend discipline; implement discipline procedures.
Participate in the negotiations with regional, state, and federal regulatory agencies issuing environmental permits for the City involving wastewater and stormwater.
Support other divisions in meeting and reporting requirements to maintain compliance with permits; oversee the development and submission of required reports for state and federal regulatory agencies associated with permits and programs, including the annual pretreatment and stormwater reports.
Oversee the development and issuance of environmental permits issued for discharging into the wastewater systems, including industrial, groundwater, liquid waste haulers, and other agencies.
Coordinate between City departments, divisions, and consultants on special water quality studies related to wastewater and stormwater on developing, gathering, reviewing, or obtaining data for assessment of current and future infrastructure needs and compliance with environmental requirements.
Respond to illicit discharges and potential illicit discharges to the storm drain system or receiving waters; assist in determining the types of pollutants; assess cleanup procedures and make appropriate recommendations for clean up; ensure cleanup is adequate and make appropriate notifications to environmental agencies.
Represent assigned sections on committees and to outside agencies and organizations.
Answer questions and provide information to the public; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
Observe and maintain a safe working environment in compliance with established safety programs and procedures.
Marginal Functions:
Perform related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of wastewater and storm water treatment, collections systems, and impacts to the environment.
Principles and practices of environmental compliance, including inspection, review, and enforcement methods.
Policies and procedures of the City's environmental compliance program.
Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, rules, regulations, and procedures, including those governing pretreatment and storm water inspection and enforcement.
Principles and practices of research analysis and management.
Principles and practices of budget development, implementation, and monitoring.
Principles and practices of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
Principles and practices of safety management.
Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Ability to:
Organize, implement, and direct environmental compliance operations and activities.
Analyze and interpret environmental data and prepare technical reports.
Interpret, explain, and apply federal, state, local, and department policies, procedures, laws, rules, and regulations.
Assist in the development and monitoring of assigned program budget.
Develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned operations.
Supervise, train, and evaluate staff.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications.
Experience and Training Guidelines:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Four years of increasingly responsible experience performing a variety of environmental investigations and inspections in the analysis of water, wastewater, or other environmental services, including one year of supervisory responsibility.
Training:
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in biology, chemistry, physics, environmental science, or a related field.
License or Certificate:
Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license.
Possession of a valid Grade II Environmental Compliance Inspector Certificate issued by the California Water Environmental Association is required within eighteen (18) months of appointment.
Completion of Hazardous Material Forty-Hour First Responder Training as prescribed by the State Office of Emergency Services is required within two (2) years of appointment.
Failure to obtain any of the required licenses/certificates within the prescribed time may result in release from probation or termination.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Mobility: frequent use of keyboard; frequent sitting for long periods of time; occasional bending or squatting. Lifting: frequently up to 10 pounds; occasionally up to 25 pounds. Vision: constant use of overall vision; frequent reading and close-up work; occasional color and depth vision. Dexterity: frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; frequent grasping, holding, and reaching. Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and talking, in person and on the phone. Emotional/Psychological: frequent decision-making and concentration; frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasional working alone. Environmental: frequent exposure to noise; occasional exposure to unknown materials in illicit discharges.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in a typical temperature-controlled office environment subject to typical office noise and environment. Some duties require working outside in a variety of climates and in traffic. Positions require occasional overtime or weekend work and the ability to travel.
Modesto Confidential and Management Association (MCMA)
Employee benefits are subject to change and are not guaranteed. For a detailed explanation of benefits currently in effect please see the Memoranda of Understanding.
PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM: CalPERS enrollment in either the 2% @ 60 or the 2% @ 62 formula is dependent on eligibility, as per AB 340. Employee pays the full member contribution. Retirement benefit is based on the employees three year final compensation average. The City does not participate in Social Security except for the required 1.45% Medicare contribution by both the City and the employee (applies to employees hired after 4-1-86).
HOLIDAYS: 12 paid holidays per year plus 8 hours holiday credit.
MANAGEMENT LEAVE: 80 hours per year for positions exempt from overtime.
VACATION: Accrued at the rate of two weeks during the first year, increasing to five weeks during the 21st year of service.
SICK LEAVE: Accumulated at 8 hours per month, 96 hours per year. Employees may accumulate up to 2,200 hours.
MEDICAL INSURANCE: Health, dental and vision coverage is provided. The City's monthly contribution to health, dental and vision benefits is based on a three-tier system as follows:
$ 2,028.00 Employee + Family
$ 1,436.00 Employee + 1 Dependent
$ 718.00 Employee Only
$ 450.00 Opt Out
The employee pays the balance. An employee who opts out of health coverage receives the amount noted above minus dental and vision premium on their paycheck and treated as taxable income. Dental and vision coverage continuation is available upon retirement.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: With a matching contribution by the employee, the City will contribute 1.5% of salary, increasing to 2.5% at 9+ years of service, to a voluntary 457 Plan.
RETIREE HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT (RHS): On the first pay period following completion of two (2) full years of continuous City service, regular full-time employees shall receive a lump sum equal to 24 months of contributions deposited into an RHS account established in their name. After initial contribution, the City shall contribute a set amount bi-weekly which is $55 effective 1/1/2024.
LIFE INSURANCE: Coverage in the amount of $120,000 is provided by the City. Supplemental coverage is available at employee cost.
DISABILITY INSURANCE: Coverage is provided by the City, at City cost. This benefit pays 66 2/3% of the first $12,000 per month in salary.
EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE: Master's Degree Pay in the amount of 5% of salary. Bachelor's Degree Pay in the amount of 2.5% of salary.
BILINGUAL INCENTIVE LEAVE:Employees who pass a review panel and are needed in this capacity by the department, will receive 3 hours of Bilingual Leave Time per pay period into their Compensatory Time Off (CTO) balance.
LONGEVITY PAY: 2.5% of salary at 10 years of service.
SECTION 125 PLAN: Providing for pre-tax deductions for employee-paid health premium and dependent care costs.
01
I understand that in order for my application to receive every consideration in the selection process, I must complete the following Supplemental Questions and provide concise but detailed answers. I understand that the Supplemental Questionnaire is the Training and Experience Exam (Weighted 100%) and that these responses must match the information I provide in the Work Experience and Education sections of my application. When answering narrative descriptions of my experience, I understand that I must include the name of the employer and dates of employment. I certify that all information provided on this application and the Supplemental Questions is true to the best of my knowledge.
02
How many years of experience do you possess performing a variety of environmental investigations and inspections in the analysis of water, wastewater, or other environmental services?
03
Do you possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in biology, chemistry, physics, environmental science, or a related field?
04
Do you possess a master's degree with major course work in biology, chemistry, physics, environmental science, or a related field?
05
Do you posses any California Water Environment Association (CWEA) certifications?
06
Please list any certifications issued by the California Water Environment Association (CWEA) or the State Office of Emergency Services that you possess. If none, list "N/A."
07
Describe the types of environmental investigations/inspections you've performed in the analysis of water, wastewater, stormwater and other environmental sampling.
08
Please describe your experience with maintaining regulatory deadlines and document submittals. How do you organize yourself to maintain the various report deadlines?
09
Please describe your previous experience with building section budgets. What was your role and how did you compile the section budgets?
10
Please describe your experience with developing inspection criteria for the various inspections under wastewater and stormwater programs.
11
Describe your experience developing and issuing environmental permits for businesses and industries.
Required Question
Location : Modesto, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 3368b
Department: Utilities
Opening Date: 03/04/2025
Closing Date: 3/25/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: MCMA
THE POSITION
The City of Modesto's Utilities Department is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Environmental Regulatory Compliance Superintendent to oversee and manage the Environmental Services division.
Upcoming Salary Increases and Incentives:
3% COLA effective July 1, 2025
3% COLA effective July 1, 2026
2.5% Education Incentive (bachelor's degree)
5% Education Incentive (master's degree)
The Environmental Regulatory Compliance Superintendent is responsible to plan, organize, direct, and supervise the activities of the Environmental Services and Laboratory Services sections within the Utilities Department; to coordinate section activities with other divisions and departments.
APPLICATION PROCESS
The Supplemental Questionnaire is the Training and Experience Exam (Weighted 100%). In addition to the City of Modesto employment application, applicants must complete and submit onlineresponses to the supplemental questionnaire. Only the applicants who meet the minimum qualifications by the final filing date will become candidates and their supplemental questionnaire will be rated and scored. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. Therefore, your responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough and complete because the exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this position. When completing the supplemental questionnaire, please note:
- Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaires will not be accepted.
- Incomplete supplemental questionnaires will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed.
- A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire.
- Any work experience described in your supplemental question answers MUST also be found under Work Experience on your application.
The City of Modesto is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. A City application is required, including Supplemental Questionnaire.
ESSENTIAL AND MARGINAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS
Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Essential Functions:
Assist in the development and implementation of section goals and objectives; establish performance standards and methods for pretreatment, industrial, plan check, and public education programs; develop and implement policies and procedures.
Plan, prioritize, assign, develop, and oversee the work of staff involved in pretreatment and stormwater inspection and enforcement programs thatpromote a safer environment, protect collection systems, groundwater, and receiving water in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and ordinances.
Evaluate operations and activities of assigned sections; recommend and implement improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operations and activities.
Assist in budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; submit justifications for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitor and control expenditures.
Participate in the selection of staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; conduct performance evaluations; recommend discipline; implement discipline procedures.
Participate in the negotiations with regional, state, and federal regulatory agencies issuing environmental permits for the City involving wastewater and stormwater.
Support other divisions in meeting and reporting requirements to maintain compliance with permits; oversee the development and submission of required reports for state and federal regulatory agencies associated with permits and programs, including the annual pretreatment and stormwater reports.
Oversee the development and issuance of environmental permits issued for discharging into the wastewater systems, including industrial, groundwater, liquid waste haulers, and other agencies.
Coordinate between City departments, divisions, and consultants on special water quality studies related to wastewater and stormwater on developing, gathering, reviewing, or obtaining data for assessment of current and future infrastructure needs and compliance with environmental requirements.
Respond to illicit discharges and potential illicit discharges to the storm drain system or receiving waters; assist in determining the types of pollutants; assess cleanup procedures and make appropriate recommendations for clean up; ensure cleanup is adequate and make appropriate notifications to environmental agencies.
Represent assigned sections on committees and to outside agencies and organizations.
Answer questions and provide information to the public; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
Observe and maintain a safe working environment in compliance with established safety programs and procedures.
Marginal Functions:
Perform related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of wastewater and storm water treatment, collections systems, and impacts to the environment.
Principles and practices of environmental compliance, including inspection, review, and enforcement methods.
Policies and procedures of the City's environmental compliance program.
Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, rules, regulations, and procedures, including those governing pretreatment and storm water inspection and enforcement.
Principles and practices of research analysis and management.
Principles and practices of budget development, implementation, and monitoring.
Principles and practices of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
Principles and practices of safety management.
Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Ability to:
Organize, implement, and direct environmental compliance operations and activities.
Analyze and interpret environmental data and prepare technical reports.
Interpret, explain, and apply federal, state, local, and department policies, procedures, laws, rules, and regulations.
Assist in the development and monitoring of assigned program budget.
Develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned operations.
Supervise, train, and evaluate staff.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications.
Experience and Training Guidelines:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Four years of increasingly responsible experience performing a variety of environmental investigations and inspections in the analysis of water, wastewater, or other environmental services, including one year of supervisory responsibility.
Training:
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in biology, chemistry, physics, environmental science, or a related field.
License or Certificate:
Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license.
Possession of a valid Grade II Environmental Compliance Inspector Certificate issued by the California Water Environmental Association is required within eighteen (18) months of appointment.
Completion of Hazardous Material Forty-Hour First Responder Training as prescribed by the State Office of Emergency Services is required within two (2) years of appointment.
Failure to obtain any of the required licenses/certificates within the prescribed time may result in release from probation or termination.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Mobility: frequent use of keyboard; frequent sitting for long periods of time; occasional bending or squatting. Lifting: frequently up to 10 pounds; occasionally up to 25 pounds. Vision: constant use of overall vision; frequent reading and close-up work; occasional color and depth vision. Dexterity: frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; frequent grasping, holding, and reaching. Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and talking, in person and on the phone. Emotional/Psychological: frequent decision-making and concentration; frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasional working alone. Environmental: frequent exposure to noise; occasional exposure to unknown materials in illicit discharges.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in a typical temperature-controlled office environment subject to typical office noise and environment. Some duties require working outside in a variety of climates and in traffic. Positions require occasional overtime or weekend work and the ability to travel.
Modesto Confidential and Management Association (MCMA)
Employee benefits are subject to change and are not guaranteed. For a detailed explanation of benefits currently in effect please see the Memoranda of Understanding.
PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM: CalPERS enrollment in either the 2% @ 60 or the 2% @ 62 formula is dependent on eligibility, as per AB 340. Employee pays the full member contribution. Retirement benefit is based on the employees three year final compensation average. The City does not participate in Social Security except for the required 1.45% Medicare contribution by both the City and the employee (applies to employees hired after 4-1-86).
HOLIDAYS: 12 paid holidays per year plus 8 hours holiday credit.
MANAGEMENT LEAVE: 80 hours per year for positions exempt from overtime.
VACATION: Accrued at the rate of two weeks during the first year, increasing to five weeks during the 21st year of service.
SICK LEAVE: Accumulated at 8 hours per month, 96 hours per year. Employees may accumulate up to 2,200 hours.
MEDICAL INSURANCE: Health, dental and vision coverage is provided. The City's monthly contribution to health, dental and vision benefits is based on a three-tier system as follows:
$ 2,028.00 Employee + Family
$ 1,436.00 Employee + 1 Dependent
$ 718.00 Employee Only
$ 450.00 Opt Out
The employee pays the balance. An employee who opts out of health coverage receives the amount noted above minus dental and vision premium on their paycheck and treated as taxable income. Dental and vision coverage continuation is available upon retirement.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: With a matching contribution by the employee, the City will contribute 1.5% of salary, increasing to 2.5% at 9+ years of service, to a voluntary 457 Plan.
RETIREE HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT (RHS): On the first pay period following completion of two (2) full years of continuous City service, regular full-time employees shall receive a lump sum equal to 24 months of contributions deposited into an RHS account established in their name. After initial contribution, the City shall contribute a set amount bi-weekly which is $55 effective 1/1/2024.
LIFE INSURANCE: Coverage in the amount of $120,000 is provided by the City. Supplemental coverage is available at employee cost.
DISABILITY INSURANCE: Coverage is provided by the City, at City cost. This benefit pays 66 2/3% of the first $12,000 per month in salary.
EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE: Master's Degree Pay in the amount of 5% of salary. Bachelor's Degree Pay in the amount of 2.5% of salary.
BILINGUAL INCENTIVE LEAVE:Employees who pass a review panel and are needed in this capacity by the department, will receive 3 hours of Bilingual Leave Time per pay period into their Compensatory Time Off (CTO) balance.
LONGEVITY PAY: 2.5% of salary at 10 years of service.
SECTION 125 PLAN: Providing for pre-tax deductions for employee-paid health premium and dependent care costs.
01
I understand that in order for my application to receive every consideration in the selection process, I must complete the following Supplemental Questions and provide concise but detailed answers. I understand that the Supplemental Questionnaire is the Training and Experience Exam (Weighted 100%) and that these responses must match the information I provide in the Work Experience and Education sections of my application. When answering narrative descriptions of my experience, I understand that I must include the name of the employer and dates of employment. I certify that all information provided on this application and the Supplemental Questions is true to the best of my knowledge.
- I understand
02
How many years of experience do you possess performing a variety of environmental investigations and inspections in the analysis of water, wastewater, or other environmental services?
- None - less than 4 years
- 4 - less than 5 years
- 5 - less than 6 years
- 6 - less than 7 years
- 7 or more years
03
Do you possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in biology, chemistry, physics, environmental science, or a related field?
- Yes
- No
04
Do you possess a master's degree with major course work in biology, chemistry, physics, environmental science, or a related field?
- Yes
- No
05
Do you posses any California Water Environment Association (CWEA) certifications?
- Yes
- No
06
Please list any certifications issued by the California Water Environment Association (CWEA) or the State Office of Emergency Services that you possess. If none, list "N/A."
07
Describe the types of environmental investigations/inspections you've performed in the analysis of water, wastewater, stormwater and other environmental sampling.
08
Please describe your experience with maintaining regulatory deadlines and document submittals. How do you organize yourself to maintain the various report deadlines?
09
Please describe your previous experience with building section budgets. What was your role and how did you compile the section budgets?
10
Please describe your experience with developing inspection criteria for the various inspections under wastewater and stormwater programs.
11
Describe your experience developing and issuing environmental permits for businesses and industries.
Required Question