Environmental Program Manager - Airport

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The City of San José - San José Mineta International Airport (Airport) is recruiting for an Environmental Program Manager (EPM)in the Planning and Development Division. The EPM is responsible for the general oversight and management of the environmental compliance programs including hazardous waste, hazardous materials, aboveground storage tanks, underground storage tanks, air quality, garbage & recycling, and storm water. In addition to compliance programs, the EPM is responsible for the development and implementation of all sustainability programs and initiatives at the Airport related to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, conservation of resources, building resilience & adaptability, stakeholder engagement, and fostering health & wellness for the surrounding environment, as outlined in the Airport’s Sustainability Management Plan. The EPM will also be tasked with leading special projects, such as the upcoming Solar & Battery Storage RFP and the potential for future development of a regional stormwater treatment system in the Guadalupe Gardens.

The EPM has two direct reports, one Environmental Services Specialist (ESS) that conducts the day-to-day routine activities and inspections related to the compliance programs, and another ESS that assists with the implementation, data collection, and research related to sustainability programs.

The EPM position is essential to the Airport, since the EPM serves as the Airport’s compliance officer, sustainability officer, and inter-agency liaison for all environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives at SJC. In addition to the routine environmental compliance and sustainability programs. The EPM oversees work related to all environmental site assessments for new & redevelopment projects and contamination remediation activities. The EPM is also responsible for developing and managing the Environmental Section’s operating budget and open purchase orders.

The successful candidate must demonstrate excellent communication skills, strong management and leadership skills, the ability to gain the support of other agencies and departments in pursuit of the Airport's environmental goals, and should have extensive technical and regulatory experience related to facility environmental programs.

Key responsibilities, duties and attributes include:

-Serve as a technical resource for staff and the Airport organization; provide support cognizant of Airport and City goals, objectives, policies and procedures.

-Represent the Airport to other City departments and organizations, participating in work groups and teams as necessary.

-Represent the Airport to outside agencies and organizations, and participate in professional organizations, providing support and assistance reflective of the Airport's and City's concerns and interests.

-Establish procedures and policies for environmental programs in collaboration with stakeholders, and while recognizing and supporting City and Airport priorities and needs.

-Provide management, oversight and coordination of environmental program activities.

-Stay abreast of new and forthcoming environmental regulations, interpreting impacts and requirements, and ensuring distribution of guidance and procedures to appropriate stakeholders.

-Develop and provide training to appropriate stakeholders and tenants.

-Manage and oversee the preparation of environmental budgets, schedules and costs estimates.

-Develop environmental work implementation and contracting strategies; manage the contract procurement process with appropriate stakeholders.

-Provide environmental support and consultation for Airport projects such as the Capital Improvement Program projects, Airport Development projects and Tenant projects.

-Research and provide technical and administrative reports; prepare written correspondence for Airport Senior Management, City Council, Commissions, and other entities upon request.

-Promote and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other Airport and City employees, regulators, other organizations, and the public in general.

-Stay abreast of environmental grant opportunities, and prepare applications and required documentation for grants approved for submission.

Salary Information:

The Salary Range for Environmental Program Manager is: $139,077.12 - $174,174.00

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience. This salary range includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay.

(These qualifications are typically required. An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to satisfactorily perform the duties of the job may be substituted.)Education and ExperienceA Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in environmental sciences, public or business administration, or a closely related field, AND five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in overseeing and administering environmental programs, including two (2) years of supervisory experience.

Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. Candidates are required to satisfactorily complete and pass a fingerprint based Criminal History Records Check prior to being considered for a position in this class at the Airport. This Airport position requires a background check and a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) check. The candidate must be fingerprinted and qualify under all applicable TSA and Airport regulations.

(Incumbents may be required to have different combinations of the listed qualifications, or more specific job-related qualifications depending on the position.)Basic Competencies(Needed at entry into the job in order to perform the essential duties.)

• Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.
• Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts.
• Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel.
• Coaching - Provides guidance, opportunities and motivation to develop and strengthen knowledge, skills, and competencies to improve employee’s capabilities.
• Decision Making - Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions.
• Fiscal Management - Understands the relationship of the budget and resources to the strategic plan; complies with administrative controls over funds, contracts, and procurements.
• Initiative - Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance
• Leadership - Leads by example; demonstrates high ethical standards; remains visible and approachable and interacts with others on a regular basis; promotes a cooperative work environment, allowing others to learn from mistakes; provides motivational supports and direction.
• Management - Evaluates priorities to ensure the 'true' top priorities are handled satisfactorily; sets clear goals for the employees and the work unit.
• Political Skill – In taking action, demonstrates an understanding and consideration of how it will impact stakeholders and affected areas in the organization.
• Supervision - Sets effective long and short-term goals based on a good understanding of management practices; establishes realistic priorities within available resources; provides motivational support; empowers others; assigns decision-making and work functions to others in an appropriate manner to maximize organizational and individual effectiveness.

Selection Process

To apply, please complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers.

The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses. Please be advised that use of AI content in your responses may result in your removal from the hiring process. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Tessa Elkins at Telkins@sjc.org.

The application deadline is 11:59 PM on Thursday, April 23, 2026. Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov and we will research the status of your application. Please contact Human Resources at (408) 535-1285, or Human.Resources@sanjoseca.gov if you have any questions.