SUPERVISING ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMS INSPECTOR II

The County of Los Angeles is hiring a Supervising Environmental Programs Inspector II to oversee inspection operations, provide strategic coaching, and manage inspection requests and deadlines. The role involves coordinating logistics for emergencies and developing enforcement policies. Applicants must be current County employees within Public Works who have completed their probationary period. The position is based in Los Angeles, CA, and is not remote.
EXAM NUMBERC4219C

FILING PERIOD We will be accepting online applications from Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) until, Monday, May 04, 2026, before 5:00 PM (PT). All applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on Monday, May 04, 2026, to be accepted.

TYPE OF RECRUITMENTWe encourage applications from County employees within Public Works who have successfully finished their initial probationary period.

Current employees in unclassified service in Public Works who meet the following criteria also qualify to participate in this exam:

Unclassified employees who have attained permanent County status on a classified position by successful completion of the initial probationary period, with no break in service since leaving the classified service.-OR-Full-time employees in the unclassified service with at least six months of full-time experience in the unclassified service by the last day of filing.




Why work for us?

With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County has the largest population of any county in the nation! As the largest employer in Southern California, with more than 42 diverse departments and over 2,300 different job descriptions, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers. We are Los Angeles County, Department of Public Works, the largest municipal public works agency in the nation. With more than 4,000 employees, the Department of Public Works offers over 500 different types of career opportunities that promote professional and personal growth as well as a rewarding and exciting work environment!
NO OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE WILL BE ACCEPTED.
WITHHOLD INFORMATION: Permanent employees who have completed their initial probationary period and hold a qualifying payroll title may file for this examination if they are within six months of meeting the experience requirements by the last day of filing. However, the names of such employees will be withheld from the certification list until the required experience is fully met. Oversees the performance of the Supervising Environmental Programs Inspector I by reviewing metrics dashboards and evaluation reports in order to ensure consistency and quality of regional operations.Provides strategic coaching in order to develop leadership capacity and uphold high standards during annual review and quarterly feedback sessions. Approves timesheets, training plans, and equipment requests submitted by the Supervising Environmental Programs Inspector I in order to validate accuracy.Reviews and prioritize incoming inspection requests, complaint referrals, and emails from agencies or the public to schedule assignments and meet deadlines using Microsoft Outlook and the internal database.Establishes deadlines for program activities such as underground storage tank and rain diversion system inspections, and categorical sampling in order to ensure timely completion based on regulatory calendars and emergency response protocols.Coordinates logistics for special projects to rapidly deploy staff during emergencies through liaison with other internal divisions or emergency management units.Develops and updates county-wide enforcement policies and standard operating procedures for industrial waste, underground storage tanks, and stormwater programs to ensure regulatory alignment and operational efficiency in collaboration with department leadership.Defines annual program objectives, performance targets, and inspection priorities in order to guide resource allocation and measure effectiveness using strategic planning frameworks. Manages the tracking of assigned equipment by verifying equipment assignment, ensuring that it has been logged, and requesting equipment replacement as needed. Reviews and endorses final enforcement documents prepared by first-level supervisors to confirm procedural accuracy and legal compliance before issuance to regulated parties. Collaborate with the District Attorney’s office and other regulatory agencies in order to coordinate enforcement. Testifies as an expert witness in legal and administrative proceedings to support prosecution of severe non-compliance and inform judicial outcomes using case notes and evidence summaries. Attends subcommittee and task force meetings on industrial waste, underground storage tanks, and stormwater programs to provide technical input and relay policy updates back to the inspection team as a county-appointed representative. Collaborates with other sections, divisions, and external agencies on cross-program initiatives and regulatory updates in order to standardize procedures and align enforcement strategies during interdepartmental work. Facilitates collaborative task force efforts on environmental crime prevention and emergency response to strengthen interagency partnerships and inform strategic direction.Orders regulatory forms, personal protective equipment, and inspection equipment to support uninterrupted field operations based on inventory audits and projected monthly needs.Monitors program metrics and inspection outcomes to identify trends, gaps, and improvement opportunities using the database and statistical reports. Reviews invoices for laboratory services that have been conducted prior to submission for approval for payment. Drives a personal vehicle to and from various locations throughout the county to fulfill job-related essential responsibilities of the position. For more information, please view the classification specification: Supervising Environmental Programs Inspector II.REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY:
OPTION I: Two years of experience as a Supervising Environmental Programs Inspector I*.

OPTION II: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited** college or university with specialization in biology, chemistry, environmental science, or a closely related field, and four years of experience inspecting, monitoring, and regulating commercial and industrial sites for compliance with local, State, and Federal laws and regulations pertaining to industrial waste, underground storage of hazardous substances, stormwater, and recycling, two years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity***.

LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License is required at the time of hiring to perform job-related essential functions.

Successful applicants for positions that require driving must provide verification of their driver license and a copy of their driving record from the California State Department of Motor Vehicles before final appointment. Applicants should not present a copy of their driving history until asked to do so by the hiring department. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether an applicant's driving history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job. License must not be currently suspended, restricted, or revoked.

A valid certification as a California Underground Storage Tank (UST) Inspector from a State recognized certification organization is required to carry out job-related essential functions****.

PHYSICAL CLASS:
Physical Class 2 – Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:*To qualify, applicants must have County status as a Supervising Environmental Programs Inspector I as evidenced by holding such payroll title in the County of Los Angeles Public Works for the required period of time. No out-of-class experience will be accepted.

**To receive credit for your education, include a legible copy of your official diploma, official transcript, or letter/certificate from an accredited institution with your application or within five (5) business days from the end of the filing period. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English. If not in English, then translation is required. International degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards if not listed in the International Handbook of Universities or World Higher Education Database.

For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf.

If you are unable to attach the required documents with your application, please submit them to PWExams@pw.lacounty.gov within five (5) business days from the end of the filing period, and indicate your name, the exam name, and the exam number.

We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.

***Supervisory capacity is defined as: Responsibility for planning, assigning, and reviewing the work of staff, evaluating employee performance, participating in interviewing and selecting new staff, and performance management.

****To qualify, include a copy of the required valid certificate as a California Underground Storage Tank (UST) Inspector with your application or email it to PWExams@pw.lacounty.gov within five (5) business days from the end of the filing period. Applications submitted without the required certificate will be rejected as incomplete.

EXAMINATION CONTENT

This examination consists of a Multiple Choice and Simulation Assessment, weighted at 100%, measuring the following competencies:





ResponsibilityAccepting OthersShowing CourtesyWorking RelationshipsAnalyzing InformationLearning QuicklyWorking to High Quality StandardsCompliance with Rules and RegulationsAdapting to ChangeControlling EmotionsWorking EnergeticallyAchievementWillingness to Learn Management Potential Reading Comprehension

APPLICANTS MUST ACHIEVE A SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST.




STANDARDIZED MULTIPLE-CHOICE TESTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY APPLICANTS PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.





TESTING ACCOMMODATION:
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation.

TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS:If you have taken identical components recently for other exams, your responses may be automatically transferred to this examination. This exam contains test components that might be used on future exams, and your responses could be transferred to that exam.
SCORES CANNOT BE GIVEN OVER THE TELEPHONE.

TEST PREPARATION:We provide study guides and other test preparation resources to help applicants prepare for employment tests. While the guides may help in preparing for the test, we recommend reviewing all related materials that seem necessary.
Various information can be found on our website at https://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit/. The section dedicated to test preparation is "Employment Test Assistance." Online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests.
ELIGIBILITY AND VACANCY INFORMATION:
Applicants who passed the assessment(s) are placed on a list for a period of 12 months. We will use the list to fill vacancies in Public Works as they occur.
We may use an alternative banding method in line with Civil Service Rule 11.01(D).

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.

Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.

We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.

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SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.

COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For applicants who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.

NO SHARING USER ID, EMAIL AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend’s user ID and password may erase a applicant’s original application record.

ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. We are committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Department Contact Name: Sasha Altamirano Gonzalez
Department Contact Phone: (626) 458-2141
Department Contact Email: PWExams@pw.lacounty.gov
ADA Coordinator Phone: (626) 458-2141
Teletype Phone: (626) 282-7829
California Relay Services: (800) 735-2922