Senior Environmental Compliance Specialist

OVERVIEW OF POSITION / DEPARTMENT Aurora Water’s mission is to enhance and protect the quality of life for Aurora citizens by providing safe, dependable and sustainable water, sewer and stormwater services, today and in the future. The Senior Environmental Compliance Specialist, under the direct supervision of the Environmental Compliance Supervisor, primarily focuses on leading high-risk and complex efforts, applying specialized knowledge in one or more compliance sector (e.g., drinking water, stormwater, wastewater, hazardous materials & waste management). This position may serve as a functional supervisor, providing guidance to staff and representing the organization in external regulatory discussions and decision-making.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Leads compliance program development using technical expertise and oversees compliance program implementation in coordination with the Environmental Compliance Supervisor

Serves as the acting supervisor for the Environmental Compliance team during the absence of the Environmental Compliance Supervisor

Reviews regulatory reports and provides technical input for accuracy and completeness

Leads and oversees internal compliance audits and programmatic assessments to evaluate regulatory compliance

Develops advanced training content, provides high-level technical guidance, and delivers presentations at conferences or meetings as a subject matter expert

Reviews compliance documentation to ensure accuracy and alignment with current regulatory requirements

Maintains cross-sector awareness to support team coverage and collaboration through interpretation and guidance on regulatory changes

Represents Aurora Water in external discussions, workgroups, or formal comment processes that have potential to impact Aurora Water operations or activities

Identifies strategic opportunities for team-wide learning and growth and encourage knowledge sharing

Performs other related duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in environmental science, environmental policy, public administration, engineering, or other closely related field

Experience

At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in environmental compliance, regulatory program management, or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree in environmental science, environmental policy, public administration, engineering, or a closely related field

Experience working for or with a municipal government or public utility, with an understanding of how environmental regulations apply across departments, capital projects and various municipal activities

Knowledge

Specialized knowledge in at least one environmental regulatory compliance sector (e.g., drinking water, stormwater, wastewater, hazardous materials & waste management)

In-depth understanding of the Clean Water Act and Safe Drinking Water Act requirements pertaining to the sectors of environmental regulatory compliance (e.g., drinking water, stormwater, wastewater, hazardous materials & waste management)

Skills

Strong interpersonal, decision making, analytical, and negotiating skills

Excellent customer service skills

Excellent oral and written presentation skills

Skill in reviewing and editing work of others, as necessary

Skill in the use of personal computers, including word processing applications

Abilities Ability to demonstrate subject matter expertise

Ability to identify compliance risks, analyze operations or regulatory gaps, and recommend practical solutions that align with legal requirements and department goals

Ability to clearly summarize regulatory requirements, compliance impacts, and technical information in writing and verbally to various stakeholders (internal staff, regulators, contractors, the public)

Ability to read, understand, and apply complex environmental laws, permits, and regulations to real-world operations

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, all levels of management including executive staff, citizens, and elected officials

Ability to provide timely, respectful, and solution-oriented customer service to internal and external stakeholders, including other departments, regulatory agencies, industry partners, and the public

Ability to handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Licenses and Certifications Required Colorado Driver’s license with a good driving history.

WORKING CONDITIONS Essential Personnel: When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the City, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.

Physical Demands Sedentary physical work requires the ability to lift a maximum of 25 pounds

Occasional walking and standing

Vision to read and interpret reports and other written documents

Speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and citizens

Hand/eye coordination for operation of computers

Hearing and listening to communicate on a telephone

Work Environment Works primarily in a clean, comfortable environment

Occasionally works outdoors or in an industrial setting, such as a treatment plant, pump house, lift station, etc.

Equipment Used Uses standard office equipment, including personal computer

Operation of a motor vehicle

This position may require the incumbent to use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment

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