Sr. Legal Administrative Assistant

Overview

The Environmental Compliance Technician provides technical office and field support to Environmental Compliance Inspectors. This role involves assisting with field investigations by collecting and preparing test samples, recording data, and preparing summaries.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine tests, studies, and field investigations to obtain and analyze data for controlling pollutants.
• Gather, organize, and prepare environmental samples for testing according to prescribed standards.
• Organize and record data; prepare summaries and charts for review and analysis.
• Maintain accurate notes, records, photographs, and sketches to document inspections and outcomes.
• Compile and maintain databases of businesses subject to inspection.
• Initiate contact with businesses and the public to provide information about programs, services, and compliance responsibilities.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, other employees, and the public.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge of:

• Basic theories of mathematics, biology, chemistry, and environmental sciences.
• Basic research and statistical methods.
• Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment.
• Basic mathematical principles.

Ability to:

• Learn environmental laws, regulations, and ordinances protecting public health and safety.
• Learn basic principles of environmental assurance.
• Learn principles and procedures for identifying and collecting samples for analysis.
• Apply local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
• Operate various technical equipment and computers.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Experience and Training

• One year of experience performing technical support work involving public contact.
• Equivalent to an Associate’s degree from an accredited college with coursework in biology, chemistry, physics, environmental science, or a closely related field.

License or Certificate

• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid California driver's license.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Frequent use of keyboard and sitting for long periods.
• Occasional bending or squatting.
• Frequent lifting up to 50 pounds; occasional lifting up to 75 pounds.
• Constant use of overall vision; frequent reading and close-up work; occasional color and depth vision.
• Frequent repetitive motion, writing, grasping, holding, and reaching.
• Frequent hearing and talking in person and on the phone.
• Frequent decision-making and concentration.
• Frequent public and coworker contact; occasional working alone.
• Frequent exposure to noise.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment with typical office noise.
• Some positions may be assigned to remote locations.
• Occasional overtime or weekend work may be required.
• Travel is rare.

Compensation and Benefits

• Enrollment in the Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) with either the 2% @ 60 or 2% @ 62 formula, depending on eligibility.
• Employee pays full member contribution; retirement benefit based on three-year final compensation average.
• The organization does not participate in Social Security except for the required 1.45% Medicare contribution.
• 10 paid holidays per year plus 8 hours of holiday credit.
• Vacation accrual starting at two weeks per year, increasing to five weeks after 21 years of service; accumulation up to twice annual accrual.
• Sick leave accrued at 8 hours per month, up to 2,100 hours.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance with monthly employer contributions based on coverage tier:
  • $1,635 Employee + Family
  • $1,157 Employee + 1 Dependent
  • $648 Employee Only
  • $450 Opt Out (employee pays balance; opt-out amount minus dental and vision premiums is taxable income)
• Life insurance coverage of $20,000 provided; supplemental coverage available at employee cost.
• Disability insurance covering 66 2/3% of the first $12,000 per month in salary.
• Deferred compensation plan with employee matching; employer contributes 1% of salary (increasing to 2% after 15 years).
• Retiree Health Savings Account with $2,400 initial deposit after two-year vesting and $100 monthly contributions.
• Employee Assistance Program offering up to 3 counseling visits per incident.
• Bilingual incentive leave of 3 hours per pay period for qualified employees.
• Uniform and uniform allowance program for some positions.
• Annual physical exam for some positions.
• Section 125 plan for pre-tax deductions for health premiums and dependent care.

Additional Information

• This classification is eligible for Veteran's Preference.
• Applicants may be required to complete a written examination and oral board interview.
• Candidates will be asked to rate their expertise in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, and experience with compliance and inspection-related computer programs.

Location

• Position requires possession or ability to obtain a valid California driver's license.