Air Pollution Control Officer

$115,731 — $140,691  DOE/DOQ

The County of Mendocino is seeking an experienced and collaborative air quality professional with strong communication skills to oversee and manage the Air Quality Management District. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of federal clean air regulations and California pollution control laws, along with the ability to effectively:

  ·  Plan, organize, and direct the activities and staff of the District to maximize its effectiveness in carrying out its mission.

  ·  Develop long-term goals, objectives, and strategies for the District’s continued success.

  ·  Monitor and assess new and proposed legislation affecting air quality and the regulated community.

  ·  Lead the regulation adoption process, ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements.

  ·  Prepare and oversee the District’s $1.3 million operating budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility.

The Air Pollution Control Officer will oversee all District activities, serve as subject matter expert in air pollution control, preparing reports, delivering presentations, and responding to inquiries from elected officials and the community.

This leadership position includes managing a team, establishing core objectives, and collaborating with partner, cooperating, and regulatory agencies to regulate various facilities. Key responsibilities also include staying up to date on air quality rules and regulations, assessing project impacts, and serving as a trusted representative of the District.

This is a highly rewarding opportunity to lead a dedicated team in protecting one of our most essential public resources—clean, breathable air.

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Any combination of education, training, and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: 

Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university in a technical discipline, or a related field

Valid Driver’s License

Six (6) or more years of progressively responsible experience in air quality or closely related field, with a minimum of two (2) years in a supervisory capacity

Completion of Advanced Enforcement Training through the California Air Resources Board and/or Federal EPA within twelve (12) months of employment

DESIRED

Visible Emissions Evaluation Certification

• It is your responsibility to demonstrate through your application materials how you meet the minimum qualifications of the position/s for which you apply. 
• You must complete all sections of the application.  A résumé or other information you feel will help us evaluate your qualifications may be attached to your completed application, but will not be accepted in lieu of completing any part of the application.  Blank applications that contain only a résumé or those that reference “see résumé” will be rejected as incomplete.
• Check your application before submitting to ensure it is complete and correct; no new or additional information will be accepted after the closing date.
• Inquiry will be made of your former and current employers; please provide the names and telephone numbers of supervisors on your application. 
• You must provide the names and contact information of at least three (3) references (not relatives) that have knowledge of your job skills, experience, ability and/or character. 
• Application materials are the property of Mendocino County and will not be returned.
• It is your responsibility to keep your NEOGOV profile updated, including any changes to your telephone number or address. Failure to do so may result in missed notification of exams or interviews.
• The exam process listed on this flyer is tentative. Mendocino County reserves the right to make necessary modifications to the examination plan. Such revisions will be in accordance with approved personnel standards.  Should a change be made, applicants will be notified.
• The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.

Examination Process: All complete applications and supplemental questionnaires submitted by the final filing date will be reviewed with those judged most qualified progressing further in the selection process; incomplete applications will not be considered. Based on the number of qualified candidates, a Qualifications Appraisal may be administered. 

Special Testing: The County of Mendocino is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.  In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), if special accommodations for a disability or religious conviction are necessary at any stage of the application and/or testing process, please notify the Human Resources Department in advance at (707) 234-6600.  Reasonable notice is required to allow adequate time for review and evaluation of your request.

Special Requirements: Employment in some County departments or positions may require the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background, which may include fingerprinting, and/or a medical examination, which may include drug screening.

This announcement is a synopsis of duties and requirements of this job. To review the complete classification specification and benefits, please see the HR website. Applications must be submitted to the Human Resources Department by the final filing date.   

The County of Mendocino is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary : $115,731 - $140,691