Environmental Compliance Specialist/Landfill

Environmental Compliance Specialist/Landfill

Salary

$56,264.00 - $62,067.20 Annually

Location

Albuquerque, NM

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2700141

Department

Solid Waste Management

Division

SW-Landfill Ops

Opening Date

08/12/2026

Closing Date

8/26/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Bargaining Unit

MP

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Position Summary

Monitor and coordinate environmental compliance activities and regulatory requirements for assigned department and/or facility; ensure maintenance of and compliance with assigned local, state and federal permits, licenses and registrations; exercise responsibility for monitoring and reporting associated with permits, licenses, and registrations, and perform a variety of administrative, professional and technical tasks in support of assigned area of responsibility.

This position involves working in a hazardous work environment and is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Essential and Supplemental Functions

ESSENTIALFUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Monitor and coordinate environmental compliance activities and regulatory requirements for the assigned department and associated facilities; coordinate the storage, handling and disposal of unauthorized, hazardous and contaminated wastes.
• Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; establish schedules and methods for conducting environmental compliance activities; implement policies and procedures, adhere to deadlines.
• Oversee and monitor compliance program performance; recommend and implement modifications to systems and procedures, and provide training when applicable.
• Prepare and file regulatory notices and documentation regarding environmental compliance issues with local, state and federal agencies.
• Coordinate and implement field tasks associated with air, soil and groundwater sampling, monitoring and reporting in compliance with applicable permits, local, state and federal requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations related to the provision of environmental health protection and related services.
• Participate in the development and implementation of landfill and convenience center related standard operating procedures and quality assurance programs.
• Organize, schedule and implement environmental compliance activities and in other related assigned areas of responsibility.
• Monitor and inspect facilities regularly to ensure compliance with permits, local, state and federal requirements.
• Maintain records and develop reports concerning new or ongoing programs and program effectiveness; prepare statistical reports as required; maintain and file compliance reports on time in accordance with established deadlines.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the environmental compliance.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Maintain, review, and monitor electronic database for quality assurance.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university inin environmental science, geology, or engineering; and

Three (3) years of administrative regulatory compliance experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid New Mexico Drivers License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a City Operators Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.

Working Conditions

Environmental:

Office and field environment with travel from site to site; possible exposure to inclement weather conditions, and exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals, fumes and toxic materials.

Physical:

Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for light to moderate lifting and carrying; standing and sitting for prolonged periods of time and walking on uneven surfaces.

Total Rewards. Total You.

The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!

Paid holidays? Check

Paid parental leave? Check

Paid birthdays off? Check

Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1? Check and check

Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community.

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Albuquerque Police Department

01

How many years of technical inspections or data collection in the field of environmental health, life science and/or physical science experience do you possess?

• Yes
• No

02

Briefly describe your technical inspections or data collection in the field of environmental health, life science and/or physical science.

03

Do you possess a valid New Mexico Drivers License, or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of your Drivers License)?

• Yes
• No

04

Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts).

• No High School Diploma
• High School Diploma or GED
• Non/degree accredited- Some College
• Associates
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Juris Doctorate
• Doctorate

05

Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.

• No experience
• 1 to less than 6 months
• 6 to less than 12 months
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 9 years
• 9 years to less than 10 years
• 10 years to less than 11 years
• 11 years to less than 12 years
• 12 years to less than 13 years
• 13 or more years

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Employer City of Albuquerque

Address 400 Marquette N.W.

Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87103

Phone 505 768-3700

Website http://CABQ.GOV