Description
BUILDINGS, SAFETY ENGINEERING AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEPARTMENT
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I
Under general supervision, assist in the design of procedures and programs designed to facilitate environmental protection, conservation and use of City natural resources in compliance with federal, state and local environmental laws. Implements and coordinates the activities related to these programs and procedures.
Environmental Assessment and Response:
An environmental assessment, response, and remedial activity program for real property owned, operated, acquired or leased by the City of Detroit or property slated for acquisition by the City of Detroit for any operation, project, program, redevelopment or reuse. Responsibilities include contract over-sight with real property environmental assessments and coordination of contract procurement policies between the City of Detroit and contractors.
Environmental Management Systems:
Environmental management systems required for operational departments to achieve and exceed compliance with applicable environmental laws, rules and regulations. Systems typically include training for the identification, handling, treatment, storage, transport and disposal of hazardous materials, solid waste, and waste oil; and incorporate the requirements for the use, storage, transport and disposal of hazardous material. The program has as its objective process improvement towards implementation of an ISO 14000 environmental management system.
Watershed Management:
A multimedia technical assistance program to facilitate improvement in the environmental quality of the air and watershed. Coordinates with other City departments as appropriate on programs, plans, processes and procedures for mitigation, pollution prevention, conservation, restoration, and waste minimization to reduce pollutants from storm water run-off, monitoring and remedying non-point source pollution including Underground Storage Tanks (UST) and others. Programs and technical assistance also requires policies and procedures for reduction and auditing of emissions from combustion sources and demolition including compliance with National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) regulations.
Solid Waste Management: A compliance program consistent with the laws, rules and regulations governing the storage, transport and disposal of solid waste. The program includes enforcement of City ordinances governing the storage, transport and disposal of solid waste that employs inspections and audits, training enforcement officers, business and community outreach and coordination with departments having responsibility for the management of solid waste transport and disposal
Examples of Duties
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (may perform other duties as assigned)
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