**Regulatory Specialist – City and County of San Francisco** --- ### Position Summary Under direction, the Regulatory Specialist assists in assuring that all Port of San Francisco and its tenants, as well as San Francisco Public Utilities Commission operations, planning & development, property management, maintenance, and maritime projects, comply with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and Port requirements. --- ### Essential Functions - Maintain working knowledge of laws and regulations from federal, state, and local environmental and regulatory agencies. - Inspect property, facilities, operations, and construction activities for compliance. - Provide compliance assistance and enforce environmental regulatory requirements. - Coordinate efforts among Port/PUC staff, City departments, and regulatory agencies to obtain necessary authorizations. - Advise management on pertinent regulations affecting projects and activities. - Collect, review, and analyze quantitative environmental data. - Review and coordinate work of technical consultants. - Prepare or review risk‑assessment, environmental‑compliance, monitoring, CEQA/NEPA reports. - Develop and administer project budgets; maintain regulatory files and records. - Perform field investigations (rough terrain, confined spaces, ladders, travel to distant facilities). --- ### Major, Important, and Essential Duties *(representative list)* 1. Research and track all federal, state, and local regulations affecting the department. 2. Advise management of timely regulations; provide regulatory expertise and permit‑processing support. 3. Review planning, development, capital‑improvement, property‑management, and maintenance plans. 4. Oversee (or perform) environmental sample collection and analysis programs. 5. Assist in technical presentations to regulatory and public agencies. 6. Implement and develop permit‑processing and inspection practices related to compliance. 7. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse staff. 8. Establish and maintain permit files. 9. Drive City vehicles. --- ### Minimum Qualifications | Requirement | Detail | |-------------|--------| | **Employee Class** | Current Category 16, 17, or 18 Exempt Employee in Class 5620 with at least **2,080** hours worked in class 5620. | | **Education** | Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in natural sciences, engineering, environmental or resource planning, or a related field. | | **Experience** | **4 years** of verifiable work experience in environmental permitting & regulations, environmental investigations, regulatory compliance, environmental project management, or utility regulatory analysis. | | **License** | Valid California driver’s license. | #### Substitution Options - **Master’s degree** (natural sciences, engineering, environmental/resource planning, public policy, economics, or related) → substitutes **1 year** of experience. - **Law degree** → substitutes **1 year** of experience. - **Ph.D.** (natural sciences, engineering, environmental/resource planning, public policy, economics, or related) → substitutes **2 years** of experience. --- ### Special Requirements Special qualifications (knowledge, abilities, education, experience, or license) may be established for this position. --- ### Selection Procedures / Examination Requirements 1. **Job Application** – Complete the City and County of San Francisco online application (resumes do **not** substitute for the application). 2. **Questionnaire – Training and Experience Assessment** (Weight 100 %) – Completed during the online process; serves as the primary eligibility and scoring tool. > *The Department of Public Works reserves the right to modify the selection process as needed.* **Ranking:** Qualified applicants are ranked on the eligible list based on length of Exempt City service in Category 16‑18 within the 5620 Regulatory Specialist class, plus any promotive or additional qualifying points per CSC rules. **Eligible List/Score Report:** A confidential eligible list is created for certification only; scores and ranks are viewable by applicants. **Duration of Eligible List:** **Six (6) months** (extendable with HR Director approval). **Certification Rule:** “Rule of the List.” **Appeal Rights:** Appeals may be filed under Civil Service Rule 110.4 within 5 business days of the announcement issuance. --- ### How to Apply 1. Go to the City’s recruitment portal: 2. Click the **“I’m interested”** button and follow the on‑screen instructions. **Important Notes** - Ensure all application information is accurate; changes may not be possible after submission. - First and last name must match legal ID. - Use a personal (not shared) email address; keep it consistent across applications. - After successful submission, you will receive a confirmation email from **notification@smartrecruiters.com** – retain it for your records. **Contact for Questions** Exam Analyst: **Kathy Mei** – (include recruitment ID **ETP‑5620‑163959** in the subject line). --- ### Additional Information (City & County of San Francisco) - **Hiring Process:** - **Conviction History:** - **Employee Benefits:** - **Equal Employment Opportunity:** - **Disaster Service Worker:** - **ADA Accommodation:** - **Veterans Preference:** - **Seniority Credit:** - **Right to Work:** - **Copies of Application Documents:** - **Diversity Statement:** **Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion** The City and County of San Francisco is committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable community. All members are accountable for fostering an inclusive environment. The City encourages women, minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered without regard to sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military/veteran status, or any other protected class.

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