CLASS TITLE:
ASSISTANT AIR POLLUTION CONTROL OFFICER
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of the Air Pollution Control Officer, plan, organize
and direct the day-to-day operations and activities of the Air Pollution Control
District (APCD); direct programs and activities involved in the County-wide
enforcement of federal, State and local air pollution control laws and
regulations; coordinate and direct related inspections and investigations of
emissions sources and related facilities, systems and equipment; supervise and
evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
Plan, organize and direct the day-to-day operations and activities of the
APCD; assist in establishing and maintaining related time lines and priorities;
serve as the Air Pollution Control Officer in his/her absence; assist in
assuring proper enforcement of federal, State and local air pollution control
laws, regulations and other requirements.
Direct programs and activities involved in the County-wide enforcement of
federal, State and local air pollution control laws and regulations;
coordinate, direct and participate in the inspection and investigation of
emission sources and related facilities, systems and equipment; assure proper
identification of violations of air pollution control laws and regulations;
direct and participate in the implementation of corrective and enforcement
actions and the preparation of related documentation.
Oversee and participate in the development and implementation of air
pollution control services, programs, procedures, plans, services, projects,
goals, strategies and objectives for County-wide APCD divisions; resolve APCD
issues and conflicts in a proper and timely manner.
Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel; interview
and select employees and recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and
disciplinary actions; coordinate subordinate work assignments and review work
to assure compliance with established standards, requirements and procedures;
resolve personnel issues as needed.
Coordinate air pollution control and related enforcement communications,
inspections, investigations, services and activities between the APCD, County
personnel, departments, industry representatives, outside agencies,
governmental organizations and the public; review a variety of reports and
correspondence and distribute to appropriate personnel or administrators for
action, response, completion or investigation of work in progress.
Monitor and evaluate APCD operations and services for air pollution
control effectiveness and operational efficiency; respond to administrative,
staff and public input concerning APCD needs; develop, implement and recommend
programs, policies and procedures to enhance the effectiveness and operational
efficiency of APCD.
Provide consultation to personnel, outside agencies and the public
concerning air pollution control and enforcement; respond to inquiries and
provide detailed and technical information concerning related laws, codes,
standards, requirements, issues, legislation, regulations, policies and
procedures; provide media information and interviews and approve release of
information as appropriate.
Assist in the development and preparation of the annual preliminary APCD
budget for the County; analyze and review budgetary and financial data; control
and authorize expenditures in accordance with established limitations; submit
budgets to the Air Pollution Control Officer for approval; review, monitor and
coordinate revenue and expenditures.
Provide technical information and assistance to the Air Pollution Control
Officer regarding APCD issues, needs, services and activities; assist in the
formulation and development of related policies, procedures and programs;
provide support by interacting with the Board.
Compile information and prepare and maintain a variety of records and
reports including budgets, financial statements, audits, environmental statements
and State and County activity reports; prepare clear and concise applications
for proposals and grants as directed.
Meet and confer with the Air Pollution Control Officer and Air Pollution
Control Division Managers to discuss and evaluate workloads, new projects in
progress and status reports; coordinate work assignments within department and
with other County departments.
Coordinate participation in special projects, meetings or other issues
with other County departments and State, federal and international agencies;
maintain inventory control and related records for equipment, vehicles and
supplies.
Provide responsive and effective service to County employees,
representatives of outside agencies and the public by providing accurate,
complete and current information in a courteous, efficient and timely manner.
Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned
software; drive a vehicle to conduct work; utilize a two-way radio.
Prepare proposals for consultant and State contracts and negotiate
contract specifications; review and approve contract invoices for payment.
Attend and conduct various meetings; represent the APCO on a variety of
committees and boards as needed; prepare and deliver oral presentations
concerning air pollution control and assigned functions.
Review, analyze and coordinate response to environmental impact reports
on major projects.
OTHER DUTIES:
Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Management of the day-to-day operations and activities of the APCD
including the County-wide enforcement of federal, State and local air
pollution control laws and regulations.
Department and County organization, operations,
policies, goals and
objectives.
Methods of inspection and investigation for air
pollution-related
activities.
Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.
Practices, processes and procedures involved
in the enforcement of
air pollution control regulations.
Local, State and federal programs, guidelines, standards,
rules and regulations regarding air pollution control and related
monitoring, planning and compliance functions.
Provisions of the Clean Air Act, Prevention of Significant
Deterioration, New
Source Review Rule and related legislation.
Engineering including mechanics, thermodynamics, mass rates,
flow velocity,
concentration, temperatures and equation.
Chemicals, source test chemicals and related formulas and names.
Analytical research techniques.
Evaluation methodologies, techniques and procedures
applicable to air
pollution control.
Installation and use of stack source monitoring equipment.
Resources available for investigation, determination and
resolution of air
pollution control issues.
Budget preparation and control.
Oral and written communication skills.
Principles and practices of administration, supervision and training.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Operation of a computer and assigned software.
ABILITY TO:
Plan, organize and direct the day-to-day operations and activities of the
APCD.
Direct programs and activities involved in the County-wide
enforcement of federal,
State and local air pollution
control laws and
regulations.
Coordinate and direct the inspection and investigation of
emission sources.
Assure proper identification of violations of air pollution control
laws and regulations;
Oversee the implementation of corrective actions and the
preparation of related
documentation.
Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.
Provide clear and concise reports, applications for federal and
State proposals and
grants and environmental statements.
Conduct rule-specific inspections of air pollution sources and
investigations to assure
compliance with air quality standards.
Operate a computer, office equipment and specialized testing equipment.
Interpret, apply and explain laws, codes, regulations, policies and
procedures.
Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations,
requirements and
restrictions.
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
Work independently with little direction.
Plan and organize work.
Meet schedules and time lines.
Maintain records and prepare reports.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to:
bachelor’s degree in chemical or environmental engineering or related
and four years increasingly responsible experience in the inspection and
investigation of sources of air pollution including two years in a supervisory
capacity.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Valid
Incumbents must obtain a valid Visible Emissions Evaluation certificate
in a designated period of time.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT:
Indoor and
outdoor work environment.
Driving a
vehicle to conduct work.
Seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Dexterity of
hands and fingers to operate a variety of tools and equipment.
Climbing
ladders and working from heights.
Standing for
extended periods of time.
Seeing to
conduct inspections.
Hearing and
speaking to exchange information.
HAZARDS:
Working at
heights.
Fumes, odors and gasses.