Air Quality Engineer I/II

Salary : $67,412.80 - $88,254.40 Annually
Location : Lake County, CA
Job Type: Full Time - Open to all applicants
Job Number: 24-250
Department: Air Quality Management District
Opening Date: 10/28/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Job Details
Under direct supervision, conducts air quality and emission control monitoring and analysis; enforces relevant laws and programs related to emissions and ambient air monitoring; completes special assignments from the Air Pollution Control Officer;
and performs related duties as assigned.
The District may provide an enhanced hiring incentive of $20,000 to any person hired as an Air Quality Engineer I/II/Senior. Any person accepting this incentive must agree to remain employed with the District for two (2) years or return the incentive on a pro-rated basis if they voluntarily terminate employment, abandon their job(i.e. five (5) consecutive days of no show and no call), are terminated. Repayment shall be made in accordance with the County of Lake Hiring Incentive Policy. Such payments shall be made as follows:

• $10,000 following 30 days after the initial appointment.
• $5,000 following one year of employment
• $5,000 following second year of employment

The initial review of applications will take place on November 6, 2024. Following that, all applications will be evaluated, and candidates will be interviewed if they meet minimum qualifications.
Minimum Qualifications
AIR QUALITY ENGINEER I
Licensing and Certifications:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver's License.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain a valid NESHAPS Inspector Training Certificate within twelve (12) months from date of appointment.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain a valid Visible Emission Evaluator Certification as issued by the California Air Resources Board and Federal EPA within twelve (12) months from date of appointment.
• Completion of Enforcement Training through the California Air Resources Board and Federal EPA within twenty-four (24) months from date of appointment.

Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in physics, chemistry, engineering, environmental air quality engineering, physical science.
Previous technical work experience in performing air pollution and emission control monitoring, analysis, and enforcement work is highly desirable.
AIR QUALITY ENGINEER II
Licensing and Certifications:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver's License.
• Possession of a valid NESHAPS Inspector Training Certificate.
• Possession of a valid Visible Emission Evaluator Certification as issued by the California Air Resources Board and Federal EPA.
• Completion of Enforcement Training through the California Air Resources Board and Federal EPA.

Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in physics, chemistry, engineering, environmental air quality engineering, physical science.
AND
Two (2) years of full-time experience performing professional air quality and emission control monitoring and analysis projects, enforcement work and source testing duties.
Previous technical work experience in performing air pollution and emission control monitoring, analysis, and enforcement work is highly desirable.
General Recruitment Information
This is not exhaustive of all job responsibilities. For more details, please refer to the link provided below.
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The information presented in job postings, job descriptions, or recruitment materials does not form a legally binding contract, either explicit or implicit. Benefits may differ among different employee groups. The details provided in these materials are subject to change or cancellation without prior notification. Prospective employees of the County of Lake must undergo the County's pre-employment medical review program upon receiving a conditional job offer before assuming their position with the County.
Applicants may substitute relevant experience and/or education at a 2 to 1 ratio to fulfill minimum qualifications. For further details, individuals should reach out to the Human Resources department.
ADA Accommodations
Individuals in need of accommodation during the application and/or selection process under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should reach out to County of Lake Human Resources at (707) 263-2213.
The County of Lake is dedicated to valuing diversity and promoting inclusion, recognizing that our diverse workforce is our most valuable asset, and ensuring our customers remain our top priority.
The County is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer
Veteran's Preference
RETIREMENT - County employees are members of the California Public Employee Retirement system (CalPERS). CalPERS provides a defined benefit pension at retirement for County employees. The pension formulas and employee contribution amounts may vary by bargaining unit, date of hire, prior qualifying service, and classification. Please contact Human Resources for more information.
HEALTH AND INSURANCE BENEFITS - Medical, dental, hospital, vision, life and disability coverage is available to employees and their dependents. The County contributes $1,500 of the monthly premiums for the insurance plan options.
VACATION ACCRUAL may be adjusted for current city or county government employees.
VACATION - 80 hours per year during the first five years of service, 120 hours per year after five years, and additional accruals based on years of service beyond fifteen years. Pro-rated for part-time employees.
SICK LEAVE - Accrues at a rate of 96 hours per year. Pro-rated for part-time employees.
HOLIDAYS - An average of twelve paid 8-hour holidays per year. Pro-rated for part-time employees.
SALARY - Lake County has an adopted salary schedule. The salary range for most classifications is in five increments with a provision for longevity increases. Appointments are normally made at the first step of the salary range.
SOCIAL SECURITY - County employees participate in Social Security.
CALIFORNIA STATE DISABILITY INSURANCE - SDI is available to some County employees.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLANS and CREDIT UNION MEMBERSHIPS are available to County employees.
01
Are you in possession of, or ability to obtain a valid NESHAPS Inspector Training Certificate within twelve (12) months from date of appointment?

• Yes
• No

02
Are you in possession of, or ability to obtain a valid Visible Emission Evaluator Certification as issued by the California Air Resources Board and Federal EPA within twelve (12) months from date of appointment?

• Yes
• No

03
Are you able to complete the Enforcement Training through the California Air Resources Board and Federal EPA within twenty-four (24) months from date of appointment?

• Yes
• No

04
Do you have a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in physics, chemistry, engineering, environmental air quality engineering, physical science?

• Yes
• No

05
Do you have previous technical work experience in performing air pollution and emission control monitoring, analysis, and enforcement work?

• Yes
• No

Required Question