NEOGOV · 5 months ago
Air Quality Specialist I/II (Compliance & Enforcement)
District Field Offices, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$103K/yr - $139K/yr
2+ years expThe Bay Area Air District is a regional government agency dedicated to achieving clean air for public health and environmental protection. They are seeking an Air Quality Specialist I/II for the Compliance and Enforcement Division, responsible for conducting field inspections and ensuring compliance with air quality regulations. The role involves interacting with industry representatives, preparing technical reports, and administering air quality programs.
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Responsibilities
Helps to develop new, and revises existing air quality programs, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to achieve air pollutant and greenhouse gas emissions reductions, and reduce the public exposure to air pollutants; researches technical feasibility and new control proposals for new or revised rules
Develops plans and documentation for the measurement, quality control and quality assurance, and analysis of emissions and air quality data
Extracts, analyzes and ensures the quality of data, including, but not limited to, devices/operations that emit air pollution, emissions, greenhouse gas, facilities, and meteorological data; prepares graphs, charts, statistical summaries, and reports from data; and may assist in more complex studies
Reviews and develops recommendations concerning air quality and greenhouse gas reports, programs, plans, legislation and regulations and prepares related reports and correspondence
Administers air quality programs, including the revision of plans and recommending resolution of problem situations
May calculate emissions reductions and assess emissions inventories, conduct economic impacts analyses, and perform other technical work
Confers with industry representatives, Air District staff, the public and other agencies to obtain and disseminate technical and operational information
Drafts, reviews and analyzes air quality and greenhouse gas reports and other documents; conducts inquiries, compiles and researches information
Reviews and summarizes data, prepares special and periodic reports and monitors effectiveness of Air District programs
Researches and studies air quality and climate issues
Drafts, implements, recommends and revises forms, webpages, and other program tools
Maintains data and data systems supporting Air District programs
Responds to oral and written requests for technical, operational and administrative information about air quality programs; explains and interprets technical policies, rules and regulations
Prepares and coordinates technical and safety program training for Air District staff; develops and coordinates training aids and materials; may conduct staff training; monitors training needs for staff
Interacts and represents the Air District with industry, attorneys, the public and other agencies
Organizes and participates in workshops and meetings, and provide consultation and advice to individuals and businesses in matters related to area of expertise
Prepares technical reports and policy documents and gives presentations on Air District projects, including Air District staff, executives, board members, and community groups and other external stakeholders; briefs executives and board members
Maintains detailed technical records, standard operating procedures, and logbooks to comply with regulatory guidelines
Administers the records management program
Conducts commercial and industrial inspections and investigations such as, but not limited to, petroleum refineries, power plants, semiconductor manufacturing facilities, toxic and hazardous materials operations and complicated industrial operations
Conducts compliance inspections on facilities designated as sources of air pollution within an assigned geographical area within established guidelines and time frames; makes determinations of compliance with applicable regulations; verifies permit status
Conducts on-site inspections of manufacturing, industrial, commercial and agricultural operations and their compliance to ensure adherence to air quality standards and regulations; may call for laboratory tests of site emissions
Reviews and coordinates inspections to determine and ensure the consistent technical application and interpretation of new and revised rules and regulations; participates in developing and testing new inspection and complaint investigation methods and techniques
Issues notices of violation to sources found in violation of compliance; prepare necessary documentation for violation notice reports
Monitors inspection generated enforcement data for accuracy and validity and coordinates emission data audits
Uses a variety of monitoring equipment and instrumentation to measure and evaluate various emissions and particulates; maintains and calibrates these devices for integrity and consistency of inspection
Responds and investigates complaints by citizens of air pollution problems; determines nature and extent of problem; takes representative samples of various materials for laboratory analysis; prepares documentation of findings; consults with citizens on status of complaint
Conducts grid surveillance to detect permit and emissions violations; ensures that all potential air pollution sources are identified for future monitoring and abatement
Conducts chemical and plume evaluation tests and record findings; takes photographs for documentation at inspection sites
Interfaces with technical personnel at facilities regarding plant source emissions, solvent usage, permit status, and compliance status with Air District rules and regulations; explains compliance options to industry when a violation occurs
Provides information and assistance to businesses and the public regarding Air District regulations and authority, permit policies and procedures
Coordinates with other governmental agencies regarding the investigation of complex community air pollution exposures, such as highly toxic spills
Prepares a variety of written communications, including detailed technical reports, compliance guidance memoranda and case summaries used for office conferences and hearing board sessions; completes inspections forms on all inspections completed
Interacts with laboratory staff regarding the analysis of samples taken in the field
Represents the Air District before the Hearing Board or courts regarding violations of applicable regulations; represents the Air District with technical personnel, other governmental agencies and the public
Qualification
Required
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university with major coursework in chemistry, computer science, electronics, engineering, environmental science, mathematics, meteorology, physical sciences, physics, or a closely related field
Air Quality Specialist I: Two (2) years of experience performing duties equivalent to the Air District's Assistant Air Quality Specialist II, including performing air quality inspections; installing, operating and maintaining air monitoring and quality assessment instruments and equipment; or developing and administering air quality programs
Air Quality Specialist II: Four (4) years of experience performing air quality inspections; installing, operating and maintaining air monitoring and quality assessment instruments and equipment, or developing and administering air quality programs, of which at least two (2) years included performing work equivalent to the Air District's Air Quality Specialist I
Must pass a physical exam and be able to meet the requirements of a lift test for occasional physical duties
Candidate must reside in California or relocate to California prior to start date
Benefits
Cost-Sharing Medical, Dental & Vision Options
Life Insurance (up to 5 times annual salary)
CalPERS Retirement Plan
Money Purchase Pension Plan
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Transit Subsidy
Education Reimbursement
Vacation Leave
Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Floating Holiday Leave
9-80 Compressed Work Week
Flexible schedule and Remote Work option
Employees Assistance Program
And the Opportunity to Help Provide a Healthy Breathing Environment for Every Bay Area Resident.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
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