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The San Luis Obispo County APCD is seeking a high-energy individual to join our Compliance team. This position performs a variety of field and office work including the inspection of sources, investigation of and response to complaints, review of permits, verification of compliance with rules and regulations, forecast of burn day status, and coordination with other divisions and agencies to complete projects. The Air Quality Specialist II, and III positions are part of the career series of Air Quality Specialist Trainee, Air Quality Engineering and Compliance Technician, and Air Quality Specialist I, II, and III.
The San Luis Obispo APCD:
The APCD is a local agency working to protect the health of over 280,000 county residents in beautiful San Luis Obispo County on California’s Central Coast. With a mission to protect air quality, the District focuses on business assistance and education. By partnering with the local community to implement pollution-reducing regulations and programs, the District moves the county forward towards attainment of state and federal air quality standards. The District is governed by a Board of Directors comprised of 12 elected officials, representing each district of the county and the seven incorporated cities. The APCD supports a work-life balance, offers a generous salary and retirement pension, and provides an opportunity to contribute toward protecting public health in our community.
To be considered for this opportunity, apply at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/slocountyca/jobs/4361727/apcd-air-quality-specialist-ii-iii-compliance?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs.
Please include required attachments including a resume and cover letter with your application.
The Ideal Candidate
Characteristics of the ideal candidate include:
Bachelor’s degree in physics, chemistry, engineering, meteorology, public health, air pollution control, or other physical science or closely related field. Experience in a closely related field may be accepted in lieu of a degree
Prior experience as an Air Quality Specialist or in closely related field inspecting industrial facilities and determining compliance with complex regulations—3 years to quality for the Air Quality Specialist II classification; 4 years for the Air Quality Specialist III classification
Current Visible Emissions Evaluation Certificate issued by the State of California, or the ability to attain certification within the first 6 months of employment
Familiarity with local, state, and federal air pollution rules and regulations
Comfortable jumping in, researching regulations, asking questions, and making sound decisions within established guidelines
Confident when communicating compliance strategies and enforcing requirements
Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with a wide variety of people and demonstrate successful conflict resolution when appropriate
Detail-oriented with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple assignments
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong desire to strive for the greater good of the community
Typical Tasks and Representative Duties:
Gathers, evaluates and presents information and data on air pollution sources and emissions; prepares written reports and correspondence; assists in special studies and surveys; analyzes air quality data; maintains quality assurance procedures; provides technical assistance to numerous agencies, may participate in presentations to the APCD Board, other public agencies, and/or the general public, and may perform other related work as required.
In addition: persons employed under the Enforcement option will do the following:
Perform investigation and enforcement activities
Issue notices of violation and citations
Complete source inspections
Sampling and testing of facilities and equipment
Evaluate applications for permits for new sources
Assist in the develop of enforcement alternatives and control strategies in the enforcement and inspection program
Investigate odor and air pollution complaints
Evaluate prescribed burn plans and issue burn permits
Evaluate National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (Asbestos NESHAP) Regulated Demo/Renovation Notifications
May assist in other District program areas and perform other related work as required
Minimum Qualifications
All levels: Graduation from high school or possession of a GED certificate AND: Either A: 60 semester units (90 quarter units) from an accredited college and two years of job-related technical experience involving the application of scientific and engineering principles; OR B: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in physics, chemistry, engineering, meteorology, public health, air pollution control, or other physical science, meteorology, regional planning, or a closely related field or 110 semester units (165 quarter units) and graduation prior to the effective hire date.
Air Quality Specialist II (In addition to the education listed above): Either A: Three years of experience in air pollution monitoring or planning or a closely related industrial standards enforcement field; OR B: One year of experience equivalent to an Air Quality Specialist I.
Air Quality Specialist III (In addition to the education listed above): Either A: Four years of experience in air pollution monitoring or planning or a closely related industrial standards enforcement field, one year of which must demonstrate specialized technical program supervision; OR B: Two years of experience equivalent to an Air Quality Specialist II.
Must obtain a Visible Emissions Evaluation Certificate issued by the State of California within the first six months of employment (Enforcement only).
A valid driver's license is required at the time of application. A valid CALIFORNIA driver's license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.
Benefits Include:
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Luis Obispo, CA 93408
