What are the responsibilities and job description for the Air Quality Specialist, 208, Air Quality Monitoring Program position at City of Laredo, TX?
Salary : $50,273.60 - $62,857.60 Annually
Location : Laredo, TX
Job Type : Full-time
Job Number : B252937-2
Department : Health
Division : Air Quality Monitoring Program
Opening Date : 02 / 03 / 2025
Closing Date : Continuous
Job Description
Under general supervision, performs the full range of air quality control duties with a high degree of independence. Investigates, monitors, analyzes existing and potential sources of air pollution, and performs related work as required. Will be responsible for maintaining the City's ambient air monitoring network sensors, collect data and filters, and operate ambient air monitoring equipment. This includes maintaining and calibrating air monitoring equipment when necessary, collecting air sampling data, analyzing data, and developing strategies to reduce the effects of air pollution. The specialist would have excellent analytical skills and the ability to accurately interpret and report findings.
Essential Functions / Job Competencies / Physical Requirements
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
- Collects and analyzes air samples for quality control
- Records data on forms, logbooks, and on shared networks and maintains accurate records of air quality data and ensure data integrity
- Prepares air quality reports based on findings, trends, and potential public health impacts
- Conducts quality assurance reviews of data and follows standard operating procedures and sampling protocols
- Conducts regular safe operation, care, inspection, maintenance of ambient air monitors, sensors, and associated equipment
- Conducts required calibrations, audits, and reporting
- Troubleshoots and diagnoses malfunctioning or inoperable equipment
- Performs housekeeping and basic site maintenance
- Conducts assessments to identify sources of air pollution and recommend corrective actions for improving air quality
- Stays up to date with the latest developments in air quality regulations, monitoring, and mitigation strategies
- Communicates air quality information to the public, government officials and stakeholders through reports, public meetings, and education materials
- Works with community and schools to promote air quality awareness and prevention strategies
- Responds to public inquiries and concerns regarding outdoor air quality
- Assists in securing grants and funding for air quality projects and initiatives
- Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
Skills and Abilities
WORK ENVIRONMENT / CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Effort Requirements
Position will have the following exposures
Work Environment Locations
Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments
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Exposures
Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements
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Seldom
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Travel
Position will require the employee to travel
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Minimum Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
Proof of TB Test / Screening will be required to be presented prior to employment
Valid Licenses and Certifications
Required Licenses or Certifications
Continued employment is contingent on successfully obtaining required certification(s) and / or license(s) within the specified period of time indicated above from time of hire
As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.
Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.
Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions / positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and / or test if applicable.
City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.
The City of Laredo provides a benefit compensation package that includes the following for all Full-time regular employees :
For a full description of our benefits, please visit our website at : under Employee Benefits
Are you a current regular full-time or part-time City of Laredo employee?
What is your highest level of education?
If you hold an Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's PhD, Juris Doctor, or Post Graduate Degree, please provide your major / minor :
Do you have at least one (1) year of experience with environmental management programs, air quality monitoring, environmental science, or a related field?
From the experience you provided on your application, list the name of the agencies you performed these duties with : Note : Do not answer this question with "See Resume" or "See Application". Doing so will automatically disqualify your application from the process.
Are you aware that if selected for this position you will need to provide proof of TB Test / Screening that has been valid for the last 12 months?
I understand that failure to complete ALL sections of my application, including the "Driver License" (if appicable), "Education", "Work Experience", "Certifications and Licenses" (if applicable), "Agency-Wide Questions", and "Job Specific Supplemental Questions" will result in my application not being processed.
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Salary : $50,274 - $62,858
