Air Quality Compliance Inspector I or II (nonexempt position represented by SEIU Local 521)

Position: Salary:

     Level I  - $34.36 - $45.94 per hour in 6 steps

     Level II - $39.91 - $53.38 per hour in 6 steps

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, employment application, and responses to supplemental questions to (no faxes):

     Administrative Services Manager

     Monterey Bay Air Resources District

     24580 Silver Cloud Court

     Monterey, CA 93940

Applications and complete job description are available at  www.mbard.org or call 831-647-9411.

Background checks are required prior to final job offer.

Due Date: Application materials are due by 4:45 p.m. on Friday, February 24, 2023.

Position Description

Under immediate or general supervision, learns to perform and performs inspections and investigations of industrial and commercial facilities with the potential to emit air contaminants for compliance with air pollution control regulations; responds to citizen complaints regarding air pollution; issues notices to comply or notices of noncompliance when violations of state or District regulations are found; documents findings; performs and oversees Vapor Recovery inspections and investigations; provides compliance assistance to facilities; confers with industry representatives and explains compliance requirements; performs related work as required.

For complete job description please refer to website: www.mbard.org for descriptions and material requirements for Air Quality Compliance Inspector I or II.

Benefits Summary

Retirement:  California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) 2% at 55 plan or 2% at 62 plan, depending on member’s CalPERS status at time of enrollment.

District does not participate in Social Security portion of FICA, only Medicare.

Health Benefits:           

Cafeteria Plan monthly benefits:

• $1,030 for employees with no eligible dependents
• $1,714 for employees with one eligible dependent
• $1,940 for employees with two or more eligible dependents

District also pays $151.00 per month towards PERS medical plans.

• Employee Opt-Out Option: $500 per month

Vision and dental coverage for employees and dependents are paid by the District.

Life Insurance: $20,000 term policy, paid by District.

LT/ST Disability: 14 day elimination period for short-term & 90 day elimination period for long-term disability. 50% paid by employee and 50% paid by employer

Holidays: 13 paid days (2 are floating).

Vacation & Sick Leave: 15 Vacation days and 15 Sick Leave days per year. Vacation accrual increases after 10 years of service.

Deferred Compensation: 457 plan available through payroll deduction. No matching contribution by District.

Monterey Bay Air Resources District is an equal opportunity employer.

See full job description and requirements at:  www.mbard.org

Knowledge of:

• Principles of physics, chemistry, and engineering related to air pollution control.
• Basic scientific research methods.
• Principles and concepts of basic process and control equipment.
• District rules and standards pertaining to air pollution control.
• Industrial processes and related mechanical, electrical, and chemical systems.
• Investigation procedures.
• Sources, types and characteristics of air contaminants; various programs, including the Federal Operating Permit Program (Title V), Vapor Recovery Program, Asbestos NESHAP Compliance Program, and CARB Portable Equipment Registration Program.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations related to air compliance.
• Computer applications including spreadsheets, word processing, database, and presentation programs.
• Standard office procedures, practices, and equipment, including a computer and applicable software.
• Methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and District staff.

Ability to:

• Learn and apply air quality inspection techniques.
• Prepare technical reports.
• Detect, document, and collect evidence of violations of air pollution control laws.
• Analyze a variety of enforcement related problems and recommend solutions.
• Troubleshoot and track down sources of pollution.
• Investigate violations of District regulations caused by industrial equipment breakdown.
• Understand, explain, and apply applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Read, interpret, and record data accurately.
• Organize, prioritize, and follow-up on work assignments.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Make sound decisions within established guidelines.
• Respond to issues and concerns from contractors, homeowners, and the community.
• Analyze a complex issue and develop and implement an appropriate response.
• Follow written and oral directions.
• Observe safety principles and work in a safe manner.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Operate an office computer and a variety of word processing and software applications.
• Safely and effectively operate ordinary hand and power tools.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

About Monterey Bay Air Resources District

The District’s Vision Statement: All individuals in the MBARD jurisdiction will live, work and play in a clean air environment. Individual and communities are encouraged to make choices in their daily lives that promote clean air quality. The District’s Mission Statement: The mission of the Monterey Bay Air Resources District is to Protect Public and Environmental Health while balancing Economic and Air Quality Considerations. The District is responsible for air monitoring, permitting, enforcement, long-range air quality planning, regulatory development, education and public information activities related to air pollution, as required by the California Clean Air Act and Amendments (HSC Section 40910 et seq.) and the Federal Clean Air Act and Amendments (42 U.S.C. Section 7401 et seq.). California Health and Safety Code Sections 39002, et seq. and 40000, et seq. require local districts to be the primary enforcement mechanism for air pollution control. Districts must have rules and regulations for the implementation and enforcement for the attainment and maintenance of federal and state ambient air standards.

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