Air Quality Engineer

Air Quality Engineer

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Air Quality Engineer

Salary

$87,006.40 – $105,768.00 Annually

Location

Placerville, CA

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2409-4109

Department

Air Quality Management District

Opening Date

09/25/2024

Closing Date

10/8/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

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Description

THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO

The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected, and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continue to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado also supports providing telework opportunities for employees that are consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 – Telecommuting.

AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT DISTRICT

The El Dorado County, Air Quality Management District works to improve air quality and quality of life for El Dorado County residents.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Join the fight against air pollution! You’ll dive into engineering evaluations of both stationary and portable pollutant-emitting sources, scrutinize applications for permits to construct and operate, and meticulously review emission inventory plans and reports. Plus, you’ll get to develop and implement exciting grant programs. And that’s not all—there’s always more to do in this dynamic role!

The selected candidate will have the opportunity to:

Evaluate stationary and mobile sources of air pollutants and contaminants to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Review and evaluate permit applications, including calculating criteria, emission rates and permit fees, determining compliance or non-compliance with Air Quality regulations, determining and recommending the best available control technology, defining permit conditions, and issuing authority to construct permits; screens and processing annual data updates for permits.

Develop and recommend revisions to District rules, procedures, Sacramento Region State Implementation Plan submittals, and policies.

Conduct on-site compliance inspections of sources and abatement devices; evaluate compliance and recommend enforcement actions.

Research grant opportunities, prepare applications, and implement awarded grant funds; administer District grants, including screening grant applicants for eligibility, tracking expenditures, calculating reductions achieved, and preparing and submitting reports.

For a full description of duties and responsibilities, please review the job description here . (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/edcgov/classspecs/850879?keywords=Air%20Quality%20Engineer&pagetype=classSpecifications)

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal Air Quality Engineer position candidate is an experienced professional with a strong background in air quality engineering or environmental science. They will deeply understand air pollution control methodologies, industrial chemical processes, and federal and state air quality regulations. The successful candidate will be able to analyze complex engineering data, evaluate air pollutant sources, and issue permits, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. They should be adept at conducting environmental audits, performing risk assessments, and preparing detailed reports.

In addition, the ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with various stakeholders, including government agencies, industry representatives, and community groups. A demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and adapt to new air quality trends and innovations will be essential for success in this role.

Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following recommendations.

Education and Experience:

Equivalent to a bachelors degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in chemical, mechanical, petroleum, combustion, or environmental air quality engineering, or a closely related field, and two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in air quality engineering or a closely related field.

Licenses and Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Drivers License by time of appointment and a satisfactory driving record.

Possession of a Visible Emissions Evaluation certification issued by the Air Resources Board within 12 months of appointment.

Click here (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/edcgov/classspecs/850879?keywords=Air%20Quality%20Engineer&pagetype=classSpecifications) to view the minimum qualifications for Air Quality Engineer, as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions.

Apply online by clicking on the Apply link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click Accept.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Britton Daniels in Human Resources at britton.daniels@edcgov.us (nicholas.jetton@edcgov.us) .

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process.

Training and Experience Evaluation

A training and experience evaluation will be utilized to determine an applicants ability to continue in the recruitment process ranking for referral to specific vacancies. Based upon the information in the application and/or responses to supplemental questions, the applicants education, training and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.

Supplemental questions play an integral role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the “Work Experience” section of your application. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.

For more information on the recruitment process, click here. (https://www.eldoradocounty.ca.gov/County-Government/Human-Resources/Recruitment)

Based on the departments needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Air Quality Engineer. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full time, part time, limited term and extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months. In accordance with Personnel Rules 1103.1 and 1105.1, an extra help or limited term employee may be transitioned into a regular employee if the department in which the employee works has a vacant allocated position for the same classification as held by the extra help or limited term employee and the appointing authority requests such transfer.

We currently have the following vacancies:

One (1) full time vacancy in the Air Quality Management District located in Placerville, CA.

Click here for Frequently Asked Questions.

The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

As required by Internal Revenue Service Publication 1075, individuals in positions that have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI), will be subject to a background investigation and a criminal history check. In addition, individuals hired into positions that have access to FTI will be re-investigated at least once every ten (10) years.

Many job classifications require a pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include testing for drugs; a positive test may result in revocation of an employment offer.

Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites – Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history.

Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just:

40 miles to Downtown Sacramento

50 miles to Sacramento International Airport

129 miles to San Francisco

Here area few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County:

Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports

Skiing and Snowboarding

Live Music and Music Festivals

Local Craft Breweries and Wineries

El Dorado County Fair

Placerville Speedway Races

Farm to Fork Restaurants

Small Business Shop

Employees that are buying a home in El Dorado County may qualify for down payment assistance. Click here (https://www.eldoradocounty.ca.gov/files/assets/county/v/1/documents/government/human-resources/gsfa-brochure-for-job-postings.pdf) for more information.

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The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs!

For your Health and Well-Being:

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts – FSA & HSA

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Basic Life Insurance

Long Term Disability (LTD)

Discounts on gym memberships

For your Financial Future:

CalPERS Retirement

Deferred Compensation (457) Plans

Optional Life Insurance

For your Work/Life Balance:

Paid Holidays

Floating Holidays

Vacation and sick leave accruals

To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here (https://www.edcgov.us/Government/Risk/Documents/2023/PL%20Benefit%20Summary%2012-7-2022.pdf) .

Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.

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Supplemental questions play an important role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the “Work Experience” section of your application. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.

I acknowledge receipt of this information

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Describe your experience evaluating permit applications, including calculating emission rates and determining compliance with air quality regulations. What specific tools or methods did you use, and what challenges did you encounter?

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Provide an example of a detailed engineering analysis you performed, such as reviewing design specifications or conducting air quality assessments. What was your role in this process, and how did your findings impact the project?

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Describe a situation where you had to interpret and apply complex air quality regulations to ensure compliance. How did you approach the task, and what was the outcome?

Required Question