Environmental Enforcement Technician, Lead; Class Code 3089

Responsibilities

Lead level and advanced skilled work in the enforcement of environmental or water pollution control laws and other environmental requirements mandated by state and federal agencies, including the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ). Work includes conducting enforcement activities related to stormwater, backflow prevention, and pretreatment sections and implementing related programs and policies. Additional duties involve information collection, inspection, monitoring, sampling, public education, and other related tasks as requested.

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Five (5) years of full‑time experience in water treatment, wastewater treatment, or environmental compliance inspection of stormwater/wastewater discharges and/or backflow prevention compliance with a municipality, parish/county, or other recognized jurisdiction, including private water or wastewater operating companies.
• Current Class Two (II) Wastewater Collection or Water Distribution Certification issued by the Louisiana Department of Health.
• Current Class Two (II) Wastewater Treatment or Water Treatment Certification issued by the Louisiana Department of Health.
• Water Supply Specialist and Backflow Assembly Tester Certifications.
• Permanent status and at least two (2) years of full‑time experience as an Environmental Enforcement Technician II (original entrance requirement).
• Associate’s Degree with at least three (3) full‑time years of experience as an Environmental Enforcement Technician II (promotional alternative).

The City of New Orleans is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, creed, culture, or ancestry. Requests for alternate format or accommodations should be directed to Shana Parker at (504) 658‑3516 or TTY/VOICE at (504) 586‑4475 or (504) 658‑4020.