The Bay Area Air Quality Management District (Air District) is a regional government agency, committed to achieving clean air to protect the public's health and the environment. The District accomplishes this goal through regulation of industrial facilities and various outreach and incentive programs designed to encourage clean air choices.
The Air District's jurisdiction encompasses all of seven counties - Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara and Napa, and portions of two others - southwestern Solano and southern Sonoma.
The Air District is currently accepting applications for the position of Senior Air Quality Specialist in the Rules and Strategic Policy Division This is an open recruitment for one (1) full-time, represented position. Remote work is available for this position, in accordance with District policy.
DEFINITION
Under direction, provides lead direction and performs the more complex assignments in the areas of inspection, investigation, air monitoring instrument and equipment operation, air quality planning, rule development, enforcement and compliance operations, and other air quality program areas; performs related work as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the advanced lead level in the Air Quality Specialist series. Incumbents provide lead direction and are assigned the more complex air quality program assignments that require considerable technical knowledge and use of independent judgement. Incumbents develop and provide in-depth training and technical guidance to employees. This class is distinguished from the Supervising Air Quality Specialist in that the latter assigns, supervises, reviews and evaluates the work of assigned staff. This class is also distinguished from the Principal Air Quality Specialist in that the latter has more responsibilities for developing new programs and handling the most difficult, sensitive, novel, or critical projects.
About the Position
The Rules and Strategic Policy Division works with all levels of the Air District, including staff, management, executives, and Board members in developing and modifying Air District rules to provide emissions reductions to improve air quality both regionally and at the neighborhood level and protect the climate. The Senior Air Quality Specialist will serve as lead in reviewing and drafting regulatory language for various air quality rule programs; work closely with professional and technical staff to interpret complex scientific research and economic and environmental analyses and technical work for developing regulations to control air pollutants (including those contributing to climate change and contributing to localize air quality impacts in overburdened communities); develop and implement cost effectiveness and incremental cost effectiveness calculations for a wide variety of sources in industry with a variety of control options; analyze emissions inventories to determine baseline emissions and reduction estimates for rules under development; brief District executives and present at workshops, committee and board meetings; work closely with the Community Engagement Section staff and other Air District divisions to strengthen partnerships with key community stakeholders; perform related work as assigned.
(Illustrative Only)
Provides lead direction, training and work review to technical and support staff; prioritizes and follows up on work assignments to ensure timely completion.
Provides lead oversight on complex regulatory audits, field investigations and studies.
Provides input into hiring selection decisions and performance evaluations.
Provides technical development and training.
Coordinates and participates in the development of new programs and revision of existing programs; conducts technical research feasibility and new control proposals.
Coordinates and participates in the development, review and approval processes for new and revised rules and regulations, policies and procedures for various programs.
Reviews and analyzes complex cases, reports and rules for compliance with applicable guidelines; conducts inquiries, research and compiles files and other pertinent information, and prepares reports and recommendations relative to Air District programs.
Drafts, implements, recommends and revises forms, webpages, and other program tools.
Maintains data and data systems supporting Air District programs.
Reviews and develops recommendations concerning air quality and climate protection reports, programs, plans, legislation and regulations and prepares related reports and correspondence.
Organizes and participates in workshops and meetings and provide consultation and advice to individuals and businesses in matters related to area of expertise.
Prepares and makes presentations on air quality and climate protection related programs and projects.
Interacts and represents the Air District with industry, attorneys, the public and other agencies; provides
Location: San Francisco, CA
Posted: Aug. 16, 2024, 4:44 a.m.
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