Air Pollution Control Officer

The Position

Air Pollution Control Officer

Mendocino County Air Quality Management District

$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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Job Requirements and Minimum Qualifications

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

To review additional examples of duties and essential job functions, as well as necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position, please view here .

Selection Procedure & Other Important Information

Application deadline: April 14, 2025. Apply now to be considered for this leadership role.

To be considered for this career opportunity, please submit a completed County application and resume.

Important Application Information:

• 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

This information is a summary of general benefits. Benefits listed in Mendocino County Resolutions or Memorandums of Understanding prevail over this listing. This information is not legally binding, nor does it constitute a Contract.

SALARY
Compensation is based on a five-step salary range, with annual merit-based increases within the salary range.

RETIREMENT
Covered under Social Security and the 1937 act; both employees and the County pay into the retirement fund. For the most current information regarding County Retirement please go to:
https://www.mendocinocounty.org/retirement

HOLIDAYS AND PERSONAL LEAVE
Mendocino County observes 11 paid holidays per year. Employees are granted 24 - 48 hours of personal leave annually, depending upon Bargaining Unit.

VACATION
Accrues at the rate of two weeks per year for three years. Three weeks per year after three years, four weeks after eight years and five weeks after 15 years.

SICK LEAVE
Paid sick leave accrues at the rate of 1.25 days per month, or 15 days per year. Accruals are pro-rated for part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week. Part-time employees working less than 20 hours per week, and extra-help employees receive up to 24 hours (or 3 days) of paid sick leave annually.

MEDICAL, DENTAL, VISION, AND LIFE INSURANCE
The County and the employee share the cost of an employee selected health care plan; enrollment in the plan includes $20,000 Life Insurance.

HEALTH INSURANCE
For the most current information regarding Health Insurance please go to:
http://www.mendocinocounty.org/hr/ehb

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
For the most current information regarding Employee Assistance please go to:
http://www.mendocinocounty.org/hr/eap

EMPLOYEE WELLNESS PROGRAM
For the most current information regarding Employee Wellness please go to:
http://www.mendocinocounty.org/hr/mcwow

LABOR CONTRACTS
For the complete list of most current labor agreements please go to:
http://www.mendocinocounty.org/hr/labor

Closing Date/Time: 4/14/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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• County of Mendocino

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