Performs responsible professional administrative work in carrying out the City’s environmental programs, policies, goals, and objectives.  

This description was prepared to indicate the kinds of activities and levels of work difficulty required of positions in this class. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities. 

• Conducts studies to develop methods of abating or controlling sources of environmental pollutants, utilizing knowledge of principles and concepts of various scientific and engineering disciplines.  Determines data collection methods to be employed in projects and surveys.  
• Identifies and analyzes sources of pollution or contamination to determine their effects. Collects and synthesizes data derived from pollution emission measurements, atmospheric monitoring, meteorological and mineralogical information, and soil or water samples. 
• Prepares graphs, charts, and statistical, and engineering analysis techniques. Analyzes data to assess pollution problems, establish standards, and develop approaches for control of pollution.
• May conduct environmental studies and prepare environmental impact reports. Designs presentations and presents information to stakeholders and the public.
• Discusses and recommends environmental policy to management. Publishes and advises other city departments regarding such policy as established.
• Responds to environmental public records requests. Answers correspondence concerning established environmental program policies, procedures, and activities.
• Prepares and maintains statistics and reports on the City’s environmental program.
• Conducts field inspections of various City activities to ensure compliance with the City’s environmental programs.
• Performs related work as required.

Open Entry Requirements:
Combinations of education and experience that are equivalent to the following minimum qualifications are acceptable. 

• Education:  Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in civil engineering, chemistry, bacteriology, environmental science, or closely related physical or biological laboratory science.
• Experience:  Two years of professional experience in one or more of the following: as a chemist, bacteriologist, biologist, or physical scientist in an environmental laboratory and/or field analysis setting; as an environmental engineer; or in sustainability and energy analysis. 
• License:  Must possess a valid driver’s license or evidence of equivalent mobility.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and pass the examination for this position to be eligible for hire.
 
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit a City of Spokane employment application online by 4:00 p.m. on the filing cut-off date.
 
Upon request, at time of application, the City will provide alternative accessible tests to individuals with disabilities that impair manual, sensory, or speaking skills needed to take the test, unless the test is intended to measure those skills.
 
The examination will consist of a Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E), with scoring weight assigned as follows:

• T&E 100%

• Copies of your college or university transcripts (unofficial transcripts are accepted) may be a required part of this application and will be used to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications, as posted on the job announcement.
• Responses to your T&E questions should be consistent with the information given in your application details. Answers are subject to verification.
• Failure to complete all the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score; therefore, it is advantageous for you to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question.
• Resumes or questionnaires uploaded as attachments will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question online.
• “See Resume” or “See above,” etc., and copy/paste from a previous answer are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.

• Applicants who apply and meet the minimum qualifications between Monday, May 27, 2024, and Monday, June 10, 2024, will test Thursday, June 13, 2024, through Tuesday, June 18, 2024.