Employment Opportunity

Air Quality Inspection Specialist I/II
$4,056 - $5,449/ Month

The Position

As an Inspection Specialist, you will gain valuable experience and become familiar with a variety of equipment and processes in the air pollution control field.  Incumbents will learn to perform the full range of inspection assignments for a variety of industries  

The Inspection Specialist I is the entry level and training class in the Inspection Specialist series.  Under immediate supervision, incumbents learn the principles and practices necessary to monitor and enforce air pollution control regulations, perform more routine and less difficult inspections and, in a training capacity, learn how to perform the more difficult and complex inspections and enforcement actions.  

 The Inspection Specialist II is the fully experienced, journey level class of the series.  Under general supervision incumbents perform the more difficult tasks requiring a working knowledge of inspection, investigation and enforcement practices and perform the full range of inspection assignments requiring professional judgment and knowledge of a variety of industries.      

The Ideal Candidate 

Will possess knowledge of the principles of physics, chemistry and engineering as they relate to air pollution control; basic scientific research methods; appropriate use of personal protective equipment; of rules and regulations pertaining to air pollution control; applicable Federal and State laws and regulations; current industrial and commercial air pollution control processes and related mechanical, electrical and chemical system equipment; the sources, types and characteristics of air contaminants;  and  have the ability to exercise sound independent judgment; communicate effectively orally and in writing; plan, organize, and carry out studies and analysis; create, organize, maintain and retrieve records for effective documentation and decision making; prepare clear, complete, and accurate technical, investigative and other reports; perform arithmetic and mathematical computations; analyze data, develop recommendations based on findings, and reach sound and defensible conclusions; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships; and perform in stressful or confrontational situations.

Qualifications

I- Graduation with an associate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in environmental science, engineering, physics, chemistry, or a closely related technical or scientific field.   

II- Same as Inspection Specialist I and at least two years of technical experience in air pollution control inspection or enforcement work, including the operation of air pollution measuring devices and related equipment. A Bachelor degree in any of the required disciplines may be substituted for one year of experience.

Other Requirements

Possession of or ability to obtain a Class C California driver’s license and maintenance of a satisfactory driving record.  Possession of, or the ability to obtain, certification as a Visible Emission Evaluator by the California Air Resources Board. Respirator Certification, Confined Space Entry Certification and/or Hydrogen Sulfide Certification are required for inspectors conducting inspections at oil and gas facilities.  Position is subject to on-call assignment.

Selection Process

Interested individuals must submit: (1) a completed official SBCAPCD application; (2) a detailed resume, and (3) a one page description of how they fit the ideal candidate statement in this notice by 4:30 p.m. September 24, 2010  to the APCD Human Resources office located at 260 North San Antonio Road, Suite A, Santa Barbara, CA 93110. For an application packet or more information, contact the APCD at (805) 961-8800 or see this page. Applications obtained over the Internet must be submitted with an original signature from the applicant.   

All applications will be reviewed and screened based on necessary employment standards for the position.  Applicants that best meet the minimum employment standards as determined by the application materials will be invited to participate in a written exam. Candidates’ rank on the eligibility list will be determined by scores obtained on the written exam.  Qualified applicants will be placed on an eligibility list that will remain in effect three months from the date the list is established. 

For additional information see Class Specifications for Inspection Specialist.

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