Environmental Enforcement Specialist

Maricopa County
parental leave, sick time, tuition reimbursement
United States, Arizona, Phoenix
301 West Jefferson Street (Show on map)
May 12, 2025
Posting Date 05/12/25 Application Deadline 05/21/25 Pay Range Anticipated Hiring Range: $26.50 - $30.50 hourly Full Pay Range: $26.50 - $42.50 hourly Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. Job Type Unclassified Department Environmental Services About the Position Are you a Registered Sanitarian seeking a pivotal role where you can directly impact environmental health and enjoy significant autonomy? The Environmental Enforcement Specialist supports the department's enforcement activities by preparing and filing enforcement actions against violators of the Maricopa County Environmental Health Code (MCEHC), Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C), and Arizona Revised Statutes (A.R.S) to obtain compliance with all applicable rules and regulations. This position also supports the department's inspection activities by investigating citizen complaints related to suspected violations of environmental nuisance regulations and working with applicable parties to gain compliance. The employee is expected to exercise considerable initiative and judgment in planning and carrying out assignments. Be in charge of your own district fully and have the benefit of autonomy and schedule flexibility - join us today! About Us For more than 60 years, Maricopa County Environmental Services Department has been working with our community to ensure a safe and healthy environment. Maintaining a healthy environment improves the quality of life and seeks to prevent exposure to mosquito-borne diseases and hazardous substances in food, water, and soil. We are using education and innovative methods to protect more than 4 million residents of Maricopa County and its visitors. Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Child care benefits including access to our upcoming on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Learn more at Work With Us \| Maricopa County, AZ We Require Two years of increasingly responsible professional experience that may include environmental inspection, enforcement, environmental compliance, or training Bachelor's degree in environmental health, microbiology, entomology, chemistry, food science, or related field, with 30 semester hours of natural, physical, or applied science coursework Registered Sanitarian in good standing with the Arizona Department of Health Services We Also Value Experience in mediation and dispute/or conflict resolution Court processes and procedures to include legal documentation, writing reports, and preparing correspondence Experience in a police or court setting Job Contributions Conducts field investigations in response to citizen complaints regarding suspected violations of environmental regulations. Ensures compliance with all relevant regulations and conducts reinspection as required to document compliance. Includes accurate notetaking and taking photographs. Documents inspection findings, facts, and evidence, and prepares enforcement actions for supervisorial review using standard templates. Recommends enforcement action based on established policies and regulations. Prepares and delivers environmental nuisance violation notices, including details of alleged facts, correction actions ordered, and proposed penalties. Reviews program legal action requests, inspection reports, facts and evidence, and adherence to enforcement policies. Prepares appropriate enforcement actions under MCEHC, A.A.C., and A.R.S. regulations. Represents the department as an enforcement liaison in meetings with regulated parties to gain compliance with applicable regulations. Assists stakeholders by answering questions about departmental processes and enforcement procedures. Attends meetings with governmental agencies. Conducts ride-alongs and/or job shadowing to assist in training department staff on proper enforcement procedures and techniques. Coordinates joint inspections with other county department staff on multi-jurisdictional cases. Provides testimony as an expert witness in department hearings and court proceedings. Working Conditions Ability to lift up to 20-25 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly The work will occur in an office and field environment. While performing the duties & responsibilities the employee maybe exposed to loud noise, noxious odors, unsanitary conditions, chemicals, electricity, moving mechanical parts, varying weather conditions, and other related conditions and situations. Position is subject to atmospheric conditions: Fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation. Exposed to outdoor climate conditions and indoor commercial environments that are sometimes wet, unsanitary, and hot. Protective clothing (i.e. hard hat, steel toes shoes) is necessary in some environments. Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona Driver's license by the time of hire Office of Pest Management Applicator Certification shall be completed within 90 days of hire Attend the Western States Project "Arizona Introduction to Environmental Enforcement" conference within 12 months of hire The position is eligible for hybrid and alternative schedules after training based on business needs Selection Procedure Only the most qualified candidates will be considered Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer. 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