Senior Regulatory Compliance Specialist

Are you ready to step into a pivotal role as a Senior Regulatory Compliance Specialist for the City of Corona? Where you'll lead complex environmental compliance efforts and ensure adherence to local, state, and federal regulations.

This advanced position offers the opportunity to guide and mentor compliance staff while managing regulatory permits and governmental reporting. You'll be at the forefront of environmental quality initiatives, collaborating with agencies and staying ahead of evolving legislation. With a strong emphasis on independent decision-making, you'll analyze compliance requirements and drive impactful solutions for the city's water, reclamation, and electric utilities. If you're passionate about regulatory excellence and eager to make a lasting impact, this role is your chance to shine!

• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in environmental studies, biology, resource management, public administration, or a related field.
• Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in water, wastewater, and/or air quality sampling and reporting procedures and analytical methods.
• Possession of a valid California Driver's License, to be maintained throughout employment.

The Utilities Department is dedicated to providing high-quality water, reclaimed water, sewer, and electric services to the community. With a strong commitment to public health and environmental sustainability, the department ensures reliable infrastructure and innovative solutions for water efficiency. Residents benefit from customer-focused programs, including rebate initiatives and conservation efforts designed to enhance resource management. Whether it's maintaining water quality or powering homes, the department plays a vital role in supporting the city's growth and well-being.

Applications will be accepted until Sunday, June 29, 2025, at 11:59 PM. Applicants are encouraged to apply early as the recruitment may close at any time without notice.

The selection process will consist of a review and evaluation of all applicants' qualifications. Those applicants deemed to possess the most desirable qualifications will be invited to the next step, which will be an assessment. The following step will be an oral interview. The top scoring candidates from the assessment and oral interview will be placed on an eligibility list from which the department may hire. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill the current and/or additional vacancies throughout the City. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check including livescan and pass a pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug/alcohol screening).

COMMUNITY

A City whose heritage spans more than 125 years, the City of Corona, located in Riverside County, California, encompasses approximately 40 square miles and has a vibrant, culturally diverse population of approximately 170,000 residents. Residents of Corona enjoy a variety of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities that provide a first-rate quality of life for its residents and visitors. Within an hour's travel time, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy winter activities such as snowboarding and skiing and summer activities including surfing, boating, or simply relaxing on world class beaches. Corona's economy is strong and getting stronger; more than 84,000 people work here. Our retail, commercial, and housing areas are expanding, and office development continues to be strong.

THE ORGANIZATION

The City of Corona is a General Law city operating under a Council-Manager form of government. Policy making and legislative authority is vested in the City Council, consisting of a Mayor and four Council Members. Members of the City Council are elected by District to a four-year term. The Mayor is selected by the Council and serves as the presiding officer for one year. The City is organized into the following departments/organizational units: Community Services, City Manager's Office, Economic Development, Finance, Fire, Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal and Risk Management, Police, Planning & Development, Public Works and Utilities. Oversight of these departments is divided between the City Manager and two Assistant City Managers. The City's total operating budget for Fiscal Year 2025 is $399.1 million with a General Fund operating budget of $209.6 million. Corona enjoys a workforce of 922 dedicated employees who provide high quality services to its residents and visitors each day.

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