Item 9.D-Sept. 17, 2010
ADMINISTRATIVE FACULTY POSITION DESCRIPTION QUESTIONNAIRE
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Incumbent(s) Name (if applicable): Rolald Fornoff; Kenneth Trankle
Position #(s): 11420;
11436
Current Title: Specialist, Hazardous Waste Pollution Prevention
Current Range: 2
(JCC:77865;3B;SBDC6;CC196;E)
Department: Nevada Small Business Development
College/Division: College of Business
Center
Administration
Account #: 1320-116-05HN; 1320-116-05HB; 1320-116-05FW
Action Proposed: (check all that apply)
( ) New position: Proposed Range:
Proposed Title:
( ) Title Change, Proposed Title:
( ) Proposed Reassignment from Range
to Range
(X) Revised PDQ only (no change in range or title)
Range: JCC (HR assigned):
( ) Line of Progression (show titles below)
I certify that the statements in this description are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.
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Employee’s Signature
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Date
I/we have reviewed the statements in this form and they accurately reflect the job assignments.
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Immediate Supervisor’s Signature Kevin Dick, Director, Busn Envir Prgm
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Date
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Winnie Dowling, Dep. Dir, NNSBDC / Sam Males, Director, NSBDC
Director/Chair/Dean
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Date
Approved for Salary Placement Committee review.
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Pres / Vice Pres / Vice Prov Signature Gregory Mosier
Date
Dean, College of Business Administration
Action Approved by the President (Completed by Faculty HR):
Position #: 11420, 11436
EEO Code:
3B
CUPA Code: SBDC6
Exempt: Yes or No Census Code: 196
Job Class Code: 77865
Range: 2
Effective Date: 9/1/2010
Approved Title:
SPECIALIST, HAZARDOUS WASTE POLLUTION PREVENTION
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Employee Signature
Date
(Employee sign and send to HR for personnel file after PDQ approval for personnel file)
Rev: 12/1/2008
Position Description – Specialist, Hazardous Waste Pollution Prevention
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1. Summary Statement: State the major function(s) of the position and its role in the
university. Attach an organizational chart with positions, ranges, and names for the division
which reflects the position in it as well as those supervised in the department. (This section is
used for advertisement of the position.)
The Specialist, Hazardous Waste Pollution Prevention provides hazardous waste regulatory
compliance and multi-media pollution prevention technical assistance to small businesses throughout
Nevada. The position is located in the Business Environmental Program (BEP), Nevada Small
Business Development Center (NSBDC) within the College of Business (COB), at the University of
Nevada, Reno (UNR). The position may be housed in any one of the NSBDC’s service centers
located throughout the state in order to best meet assistance delivery needs. This position is
consistent with the University’s community outreach efforts and NSBDC’s mission to serve small
businesses throughout Nevada. This position strives to improve the economic competitiveness of
Nevada businesses while reducing environmental impacts, and improving compliance with hazardous
waste regulations.
2. List the major responsibilities, including percentage of time devoted to each. Provide
enough detail to enable a person outside the department to understand the job (percentage
first with heading and then bulleted information).
85% - Technical Assistance
 Conduct on-site assessments of waste management and pollution prevention practices at
businesses and offering personal counseling to businesses across the state
 Develop and present training seminars on hazardous waste management and pollution
prevention to the business community across the state
 Provide assistance through a toll free assistance line
 Write fact sheets, manuals, and articles for publication and distribution to businesses and
participate in the development of other special reports or projects
15% - Training
 Be involved in program outreach efforts through group presentation to trade associations,
economic development agencies, and at various trade shows and conferences and maintain
the mailing list and database marketing of services and training seminars
 Maintain professional competency, track new information/materials, and maintain a resource
center to support hazardous waste management and pollution assistance services
3. Describe the level of freedom to take action and make decisions with or without
supervision and how the results of the work performed impact the department, division and/or
the university as a whole.
Level of Freedom
This position is funded by the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection/USEPA to provide
technical and hazardous waste management compliance assistance on a free and confidential basis
to Nevada businesses. Since this position is associated with the University, it serves as an excellent
tool for building stronger bridges between the community and the University. BEP is already
recognized as one of COBA’s strongest community outreach programs. Incumbent must work
independently under minimal supervision and with considerable latitude for initiative and independent
judgment.
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Impact
The Specialist’s performance affects the economics of the assisted businesses while reducing
environmental impact. This position is very visible to the public and therefore has a direct impact on
the perception and professional reputation of the NSBDC/BBER and university.
4. Describe the knowledge, skills (to include cognitive requirement and verbal and written
communication), and abilities (to include task complexity, problem solving, creativity and
innovation) essential to successful performance of this job (in bullet format).
Knowledge of:
 Processes and operations typically used by industry and small businesses (dry-cleaning, auto
repair/auto body, etc.) and the different waste streams they generate are required
 Concepts of pollution prevention, waste reduction techniques and technology are essential
 The hazardous waste regulations and the environmental regulatory structure is imperative
 Training methods
Skills:
 Excellent verbal and written communication skills including public speaking
 Interpersonal and human relations skills
 Proficiency in use of a personal computer and current software applications including but not
limited to Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and email)
Ability to:
 Develop credibility, establish rapport, and formulate partnerships with diverse populations that
result in collaborative efforts, and sustain effective cooperative working relationships
 Travel as needed
5. Describe the type of personal contacts encountered in performing the duties of the job.
Explain the nature and purpose of these contacts: i.e., to provide services, to resolve
problems, to negotiate.
Internal
NSBDC staff and University
personnel
Reason for Contact
To advise and collaborate on publications, seminar preparations,
administrative tasks, etc.
External
Business owners,
environmental/plant managers,
other personnel
Regulatory agency staff and
other public officials
Reason for Contact
To provide technical assistance
To interpret regulation and/or resolve issues related to specific
situations
6. Indicate the minimum qualifications which are necessary in filling this position should it
become vacant. Please keep in mind the duties/responsibilities of the position rather than the
qualifications of the incumbent.
a.
Minimum educational level, including appropriate field, if any.
Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution
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b.
Minimum type and amount of work experience, in addition to the above required
education necessary for a person entering this position.
Bachelor’s Degree and two years of experience in environmental management or with
an environmental regulatory agency
Preferred Licenses or Certifications: None
c.
Indicate any license or certificate required for this position.
Apply for and qualify for Nevada Certification as a Certified Environmental Manager or
Hazardous Waste Management Specialist within specified time period