Air Pollution Specialist

Salary : See Position Description

Location : Berkeley Mo. 63134, MO

Job Type : Full-Time

Remote Employment : Flexible / Hybrid

Job Number : 2023-00304

Department : Public Health

Opening Date : 01 / 15 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 16 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central

Description

This position may work a hybrid schedule with the option of telecommuting from one of two county offices listed below.

Department of Public Health - John C. Murphy

6121 N. Hanley Road

Berkeley, MO 63134

South County Government Center

4562 Lemay Ferry Road

St. Louis, MO 63129

The typical starting salary is $25.00 hourly depending on the candidate's qualifications and experience as well as budgetary considerations. Additionally, we offer a competitive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy. To learn more about these and other County benefits, please visit

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Examples of Duties

Conducts comprehensive reviews of plans and specifications to determine compliance with a variety of Federal, State and Local air pollution control regulations, standards, and ordinances.

Processes and reviews air pollution permit applications to draft and issue de minimis and minor stationary source air pollution control construction and operating permits through applying applicable air pollution control rules and regulations. Performs calculations of criteria pollutants based on provided methodologies and emission factors.

Develops federally enforceable conditions for facilities to operate under, provide protection of our region's air quality, and administers Federal, State and Local environmental regulations.

Performs compliance inspections at permitted facilities, asbestos abatement and demolition projects, which includes preparing necessary reports and enforcement documents.

Responds to and investigate air pollution-related citizen concerns.

Provides technical assistance to the regulated community, staff, and the public to help them navigate through complex regulatory compliance issues, air pollution permitting, and implementation of sustainable practices.

Collaboration with other programs within the Department of Public Health, the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, and EPA Region 7.

Perform other duties as required and assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

State, Federal, and County environmental regulations pertaining to air pollution.

Knowledge or ability to learn Program policies, including those at the state and federal levels.

Mathematical computation of emission estimates through the use of Excel.

Ability to balance, prioritize, and organize multiple tasks and complete assignments by applicable deadlines.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills to provide clear and concise communication of policy and technical information.

Working Conditions

A mix of office tasks and fieldwork. Must be able to carry up to 25 pounds. Ability to navigate to locations throughout Saint Louis County. Bending, stooping, kneeling, and ladder climbing in outdoor climate conditions and indoor commercial and industrial environments. Protective clothing (i.e. hard hats, safety-toed shoes) is necessary for some environments. Some inspections, observations, and complaint investigations may require working early mornings, evenings, or weekends. Work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in environmental science, engineering, mathematics, chemistry, natural science or a related field.

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) training in air pollution control and three years of experience in an environmental health field, preferably in air pollution control or environmental compliance.

Possession of a valid Drivers License, personal vehicle, and automobile insurance.

Additional Information

S SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT : A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available. The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above.

Responses provided to the interview questions listed under the Supplemental Question heading of this posting will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. Once questions are scored, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire. The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director / Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.

All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.

COVID-19 VACCINATION POLICY : In support of commitment to the health, safety, and wellness of all staff and to be compliant with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) it is the policy of the Department of Public Health that all newly hired employees are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Acceptable forms of proof include CDC COVID-19 vaccination cards (or legible photo), documentation from a health care provider, electronic health record, or state immunization information system record. New employees must be fully vaccinated prior to starting service for the Department, and adherence to this policy is a condition of employment. Full vaccination means having received a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) approved vaccine or vaccine series, consisting of two doses of either of the two-dose vaccines or one dose of the single-dose vaccine. For moderately or severely immunocompromised individuals, a primary series consists of a 3-dose series of an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine or a single dose of Janssen COVID-19 Vaccine. Individuals are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after the second dose in a two-dose series, or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine. At this time, full vaccination does not require a booster shot. The meaning of "fully vaccinated" is subject to change in accordance with the most recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines. For applicants with a to the vaccine or sincerely held religious beliefs, which prohibit them from receiving a vaccine, you may contact the Department of Public Health Office of Human Resources (DPH HR) during the hiring phase to request an exemption or reasonable accommodation. Employees granted exemption for medical or religious reasons will be required to wear facial coverings to reduce the risk of transmission to at-risk individuals in DPH facilities and submit to weekly COVID-19 testing. All prospective employees must read and acknowledge the Policy during the application process.

HOW TO APPLY : Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at We only accept On-line applications.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY : The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.

St. Louis County

Division of Personnel, 7th Floor Clayton, MO 63105

314) 615-5429

Relay MO 711 or 800-735-2966

An Equal Opportunity Employer Fax : (314) 615-7703

www.stlouiscountymo.gov

St. Louis County offers its employees many excellent benefits with paid medical insurance, 20 days of PTO (paid time off) the first year and increasing with seniority, and 11-12 paid holidays. Employees hired for full time employment will participate in the St. Louis County retirement plan where they contribute 4% of their salary to the defined benefit plan with vesting after 7 years. Other benefits include : paid life insurance, a credit union, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, pre-tax premium pay plan, dependent care and medical expense reimbursement plans, and short and long term disability insurance.

In addition to these benefits, as of January 1, 2023, St. Louis County approved up to 480 hours of paid parental leave for eligible employees welcoming new children, either by birth or adoption. The employee can also take up to 80 hours of leave for prenatal care and up to 80 hours for care of the child within the first year.

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Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in environmental science, engineering, mathematics, chemistry, a natural science or a related field? If so, name school and dates of attendance

Do you have the State / Local Air Program or Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) training in air pollution control? If so give dates of attendance.

Explain your experience in the environmental health air quality field.

Do you have a valid and current drivers license and personal vehicle and automobile insurance?

Required Question

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