SENIOR AIR QUALITY SPECIALIST

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Clark County Department of Environment and Sustainability is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Senior Air Quality Specialist position in their Permitting section. The successful candidate will write air quality permits and support documentation for major stationary sources throughout Clark County. They will be responsible for processing applications, including evaluating potential emissions, assessing applicable regulations, establishing operational and control requirements, and conducting site visits. Also, the candidate will perform senior level tasks such as review the work of others, provide guidance to less experienced staff, and contribute to various program development projects.

Permitting Section:
This position is in the Permitting section and will be writing air quality permits and support documentation for major stationary sources throughout Clark County. This position is responsible for processing applications, including evaluating potential emissions, assessing applicable regulations, establishing operational and control requirements and conducting site visits. Also, the successful candidate will perform senior level tasks such as review the work of others, provide guidance to less experienced staff and contribute to various program development projects.

Compliance and Enforcement Section:
This position works in the stationary source compliance group in the compliance and enforcement section within the Division of Air Quality. The position works primarily in an office environment while also conducting site inspections and/or compliance evaluations on a frequent basis. The position prepares and reviews technical documents including full/partial compliance evaluation reports, notices of violations, administrative orders, settlement agreements, and on-site inspection and/or investigation reports. The position also conducts on-site air quality compliance inspections of stationary sources with issued air quality permits, registered/delegated stationary sources, construction sites, and vacant lands, and reviews and processes various submitted reports from sources or permittees. In addition, the position performs advanced level research and analysis, provides lead direction and training to Air Quality Specialists, assist in the planning and development of departmental and/or divisional internal policies and procedures, participates in complex studies and projects, collaborates closely with internal staff, and provides information regarding pollution control compliance methods and devices.

Planning Section:
This position works primarily in an office environment with occasional meetings beyond normal business hours and light travel for conferences/meetings/training. Provides technical support in regional air quality planning, including assisting in the development of strategies to reduce air pollutants. Also interprets local, state, and federal regulations and policies. Conducts literature reviews and stays updated on emerging trends and technologies in air quality management. Uses monitoring technologies, data analysis software, modeling programs and other analytical tools to interpret and evaluate data and trends. Primarily supports efforts to determine the origins of air pollutants and prepares exceptional events demonstrations showing that violations of air quality standards were influenced by unusual or naturally occurring incidents that are not reasonably controllable.

THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 250 APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AND WILL CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE ONCE THAT NUMBER IS REACHED.

This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months at either level or may be extended as needed by Human Resources.

Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.

Some positions may be confidential positions and are excluded from membership in the union.

Some positions may be non-union positions and are excluded from membership in the union.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience: Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in environmental, chemical, mechanical or civil engineering, chemistry, physics or a related field AND three (3) years of full-time professional level experience in air quality management and pollution control or a directly related field.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application.

Working Conditions: Work in a normal office environment and out of doors in various weather conditions, dust and noise. May attend meetings outside of normal working hours.

Licensing and Certification: Possess a valid Nevada Class C Driver's License at time of appointment.

Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted.

Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.

Medical Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug screening.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Performs highly responsible and specialized senior level professional and/or technical activities related to one or more major departmental operations within the Department of Environment and Sustainability.
• Provides assistance in the development of goals and objectives for the division and/or department.
• May be assigned to a specific operational unit within the department, but performs special projects and assignments which may be varied in nature and cross over several divisions/units.
• Coordinates activities with other units. Reviews highly complex major construction, stationary source and other applications for compliance with applicable air pollution control requirements.
• Locates and contacts un-permitted sources.
• Performs complex research and evaluation functions for possible permit.
• Performs on-site compliance inspections.
• Evaluates emission rates from various sources through advanced mathematical calculations; reviews and evaluates performance tests for applicability.
• Verifies compliance with federal and local regulations.
• Develops air pollution control rules including researching and analyzing complex air quality issues, air pollutant emissions, emission control technology, economics, implementation issues and regulatory considerations.
• Prepares technical support documents, variances, public notices, and various required reports.
• Maintains emission inventories and prepares AIRS reports for submittal to EPA and other agencies.
• Performs initial and random inspections of various sites to ensure air pollution control standards are being achieved.
• Investigates reported violations or questionable practices.
• Documents violations utilizing appropriate methods and advanced techniques.
• Submits compliance data to the U.S. EPA. Patrols assigned geographical areas of Clark County to assure countywide compliance.
• Responds to public inquiries; provides information.
• Resolves complaints.
• Prepares violation notices including details of alleged facts, corrective actions orders and proposed penalties.
• Gathers technical data and information for use in legal proceedings.
• Testifies before Air Quality Hearing Board regarding case facts and compliance efforts.
• Gathers air and soil samples; maintains accurate records of random fuel samples and lab results.
• Provides training and lead direction to Air Quality Specialists.
• Establishes priorities, assigns and reviews work, provides input into performance appraisal process, makes recommendations regarding personnel actions.
• Makes oral and graphic presentations or prepares materials for presentation to Boards, commissions, and community groups.
• Arranges meetings with related organizations for statewide project coordination.
• Assists the public with federal and local regulation compliance; reviews and explains air pollution control requirements and regulations.
• Maintains accurate computer files and records of departmental activities, inspections, and test results; produces reports on assigned activities.
• Documents compliance violations observed while traveling through industrial areas.
• Drives a county or personal vehicle to various locations throughout the county in order to conduct on-site inspections and investigations and to attend meetings.

OTHER JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in the planning and development of departmental and/or divisional internal policies and procedures.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
• May be assigned to coordinate activities for specific projects and/or programs.
• Conducts various complex research studies; prepares reports and makes recommendations.
• Uses standard office equipment including a computer, in the course of the work.
• Attends meetings and other departmental functions. Performs special assignments and projects.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment and to drive a motor vehicle in order to visit various job sites; strength and stamina to conduct various investigations at commercial and residential sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. May involve significant walking, climbing, stooping, light lifting, and performing functions in confined areas. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.

Come Make a Difference and Join the Clark County Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Flexible Schedules including 4/10 options
• More Money in Your Pocket
  • 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement
  • No Social Security Deduction
  • No State Income Taxes

Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO)

• Medical - Employer pays 90% of premium
  • Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills)
  • 24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost
  • Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health

Retiree insurance - eligible after 5 years of service Dental Vision Life Insurance - Employer Paid AD&D - Employer Paid Long Term Disability - Employer Paid Generous Leave Accruals that include:

• 13Paid Holidays includinga Floating Birthday Holiday
• Paid Vacation Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Holiday Leave

Other leave options

• Catastrophic Leave
• Parental Leave - Up to 90 days

Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include

• Guardian - Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance.
• Trustmark - Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care.
• Sunlife Financial - Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
• TASC - Flexible Spending Account - FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available
• Morgan Stanley - Deferred Compensation Plan

Employee Assistance Program Onsite Fitness Center - $12/month*Benefits vary and are subject to change depending on assignment, hiring organization and bargaining unit.

Closing Date/Time: 11/19/2024 5:01 PM Pacific

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