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Marion County Class Specification BulletinPage of >>> 6.Investigates complaints of failing drain fields or other sewage violations. Contacts owners or applicants by letter, telephone, and/or in person. Prepares enforcement referrals and recommends appropriate legal action. 7.Evaluates building sites for construction and health hazards. 8.Writes documentation of investigations and inspections and ensures compliance with regulations on property. 9.May be involved with Hazard communication to area residents as it relates to sewage disposal and ground contamination. 10.May conduct other duties as required in the delivery of services in this area. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING 1.Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with 45-quarter hours of science related to environmental sanitation which must include a DEQ approved soils class; OR 2.Any equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training relevant to the position. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Possess or obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid Class C Oregon driver's license. If in possession > of a current out of state driver's license, must obtain Oregon driver's license within 30 days of hire. Possess and maintain an acceptable driving record. A copy of the driving record for all qualified > applicants will be obtained from the Department of Motor Vehicles. Possess or obtain within 3 months of hire an Oregon Environmental Health Specialist Trainee > license or an Oregon Wastewater Specialist Trainee license in accordance with ORS Chapter 700. In accordance with ORS 700 - A person may not be registered as a trainee for more than two (2) > . years or the equivalent hours if employment is less than full-time or 40 hours per weekFailure to maintain a trainee license will result in termination from this position. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the entry-level classification in the Onsite Wastewater Specialist series. This class is distinguished from the Onsite Wastewater Specialist 2 by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within this series. Employees at this level have a trainee license and/or do not have the necessary experience of the Onsite Wastewater Specialist 2. Incumbents are not expected to perform with the same independence of direction and judgment on matters related to established procedures and guidelines as are positions allocated to the Onsite Wastewater Specialist 2 level. Employees work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY Basic knowledge of: soil science, soil morphology and physical geology; Department of Environmental Quality rules and regulations that apply to onsite wastewater treatment. Skill and ability to: make investigations, compile data, and present a clear, concise report in oral and/or written form; interpret and follow department policies, rules, laws, and procedures; establish and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, vendors, and the public. ADOPTED: 12/05 REVISED: https://agency.governmentjobs.com/marion/default.cfm?action=specbulletin&ClassSpecID=...8/4/2020