Environmental Program Coordinator
Job ID: 107982
Location: Oregon City, Oregon
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:Regular
CLACKAMAS COUNTY CORE VALUES
Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. In that spirit, we pledge to hold ourselves to these standards at all times in our interactions with customers and one another:
• Service
• Professionalism
• Integrity
• Respect
• Individual accountability
• Trust
By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We're always looking to improve. That's the Clackamas County SPIRIT.
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Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply.
CLOSE DATE
This Job Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) on Tuesday, July 22, 2025.
PAY AND BENEFITS
Annual Pay Range: $93,581.75 - $118,476.45
Hourly Pay Range: $44.991225 - $56.9589833
Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position.
Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees.
We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering, health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle. Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee's date of hire.
Attractive benefits package and incentives for employees in regular status positions are detailed below.
Generous paid time off package, including:
• 12 hours of vacation accrual per month
• Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals in compliance with http://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/a51ff5d3-d243-49ba-aa11-15324f4c0bf8! This means you have access to vacation time at time of hire.
• 8 hours of sick accrual per month
• 10 paid holidays and 1 personal days per year
Other Benefits:
• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP):
• Employer-paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee's share of the retirement contribution.)
• OPSRP members get vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65
• A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• A Choice of Dental Plans
• Robust EAP and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes
• Longevity pay
• Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
• A variety of additional optional benefits (see links below for additional information)
This is a Full Time County position represented by AFSCME.
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JOB DETAILS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Clackamas Water Environment Services (WES) is searching for a skilled Environmental Program Coordinator to join our dedicated team in environmental program management. If you are selected for this position, you will be primarily responsible for planning, coordinating, and directing the development, implementation, and administration of environmental utilization programs with countywide impact. The Environmental Program Coordinator will lead development and maintenance of environmental data tracking systems for biosolids quality, water reuse, and energy distribution to support regulatory reporting, internal decision making, and customer transparency. To be successful in this position, the ideal candidate will apply their considerable knowledge of relevant environmental protection laws and regulations, and support compliance with environmental requirements from federal and state authorities. This position regularly engages internal and external clients, stakeholders, and County staff, with responsibilities in coordination, planning, decision-making, and leading work.
Building a resilient clean water future where all people benefit and rivers thrive is our job. We do this by providing wastewater services, stormwater management, and environmental education. Our agency is committed to building a highly skilled collaborative team that values protecting public health, environmental stewardship, responsive customer service and teamwork. We're on the search for experienced individuals who place a high value on the one water we all share.
Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*
• A minimum of four (4) years of related experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills to perform the responsibilities of this position
• At least one (1) year of experience planning, organizing, and coordinating the activities involved in environmental programs
• Experience organizing and managing data and records
• Experience preparing clear, concise written reports and correspondence
• Experience interacting with a variety of stakeholders, such as officials, industrial users, the public, and/or consultants
• Experience providing excellent customer service and answering customer questions and/or complaints
Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, physical, biological, and/or ecological sciences or related field of study
• At least one (1) year of lead work experience that may include leading projects, programs or initiatives, or leading the work of others, such as providing daily work direction and/or scheduling, assigning work, checking completed work, and training
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software, and standard and custom databases
• Experience writing compliance reports for state or other regulatory agencies
• Demonstrated experience delivering educational programs, working with and interacting with the public
• Ability to evaluate, analyze, and interpret data and clearly present information
Pre-Employment Requirements:
• Must pass a post-offer physical assessment; accommodation requests will be reviewed on an individual bases in compliance with State and Federal legislation
• Driving is required for County business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. http://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/828106a0-265a-47cc-a3a6-0a2c8b028673.
*For Veterans qualified for Veteran's Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.
TYPICAL TASKS
Duties may include but are not limited to the following:
• Lead development and maintenance of environmental data tracking systems for biosolids quality water reuse and energy distribution to support regulatory reporting, internal decision-making, and customer transparency, in alignment with Clackamas County's resource recovery and climate goals.
• Develop and recommend program policies, design, priorities, and operational and administrative procedures. Plan, organize, and implement work activities to meet established program goals and objectives within an assigned area. Prepare, schedule, coordinate, and implement work plans with assigned professional and technical staff performing pretreatment, stormwater, and reuse program activities. Analyze and resolve work problems. Coordinate operations with other staff and personnel within and outside of the district.
• Review, research, and report on federal, state and local laws, regulations, rules, compliance orders and court decisions relating to environmental protection issues. Recommend policy and procedure changes to comply with environmental regulations. Review and evaluate the impact of federal and state standards and requirements on department operations and activities. Work with representatives of regulatory agencies to resolve technical and compliance issues and to explain program activities and objectives. Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory rules and regulations.
• Evaluate consultant proposals and qualifications and recommend selection. Participate in developing program partnerships with external agencies and organizations. Conduct research and stakeholder outreach to explore new market opportunities for biosolids and recycled water by identifying contacts, assessing feasibility, and supporting strategic expansion initiatives. Maintain contracts with landfills for alternate disposal options.
• Respond to and resolve agency concerns with environmental and safety practices. Maintains accurate records and assist in preparing regulatory compliance reports. Maintains program and regulatory databases. Lead the implementation of compliance oversight and environmental management systems. Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness.
• Contribute to the production and refinement of key planning and technical documents, including the annual Biosolids Report and Water Recycling Report by analyzing data, updating charts and language for management plans, and ensuring compliance with environmental requirements.
• Serve as project team member across biosolids applications in agriculture, and transportation, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and ensuring timely completion of project deliverables in support of division priorities.
• Serve as internal coordinator on pollution prevention, environmental monitoring, climate mitigation, and/or energy conservation projects. Solicit and coordinate external technical support from financial or regulatory entities. Research, coordinate, and implement environmental compliance or energy projects.
WORK SCHEDULE
This position works 40 hours during a standard workweek of 7:00 am-3:30 pm, Monday-Friday. Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended.
• This position is eligible for hybrid on-site/telework subject to the https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/9065b5fb-2237-47ce-9534-e7c8c40fc2bc and based on the Department's business needs.
• The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington. Washington residents must perform 50% of their time on-site at Clackamas County.
EXPLORE CLACKAMAS COUNTY
Clackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States. Located on the southern edge of the City of Portland and extending to the top of Mt. Hood, Clackamas County is part of a thriving region in the Northwest. It has a population of about 420,000 residents.
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ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
Clackamas Water Environment Services produces clean water and protects water quality for more than 190,000 people living and working in Clackamas County. We operate and maintain five resource recovery facilities, 23 pumping stations and hundreds of miles of pipes.
Each year, we clean more than seven billion gallons of water which we recover and turn into natural energy and fertilizer. We also help reduce pollution in local rivers, streams, and wetlands caused by surface and stormwater runoff, the number one source of water pollution in Oregon.
https://www.clackamas.us/wes
APPLICATION PROCESS
Clackamas County only accepts online applications.
Help With Your Application:
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If you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or mailto:jobs@co.clackamas.or.us?subject=Application%20Materials%20Question. Our office hours are Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays).
HOW TO CLAIM VETERAN'S PREFERENCE
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VISA SPONSORSHIP
Clackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Once a job applicant has accepted a position, they will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States prior to their first day.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process.
RECRUITING QUESTIONS?
Kelly Schaefer, Recruiter
mailto:KSchaefer@clackamas.us?subject=RECRUITMENT%20QUESTIONS
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6337999
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