Air Quality Specialist I job in Olympia
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| Employer: | Olympic Region Clean Air Agency |
| Job category: |
Public Health/Safety
Code Enforcement |
| Employment type: | Full time |
| Salary and benefits: | $4600/month + benefits |
| Location | |
| County: | Thurston |
| City: | Olympia |
| Zip code: | 98502 |
| Map: | Olympia, WA, USA (Show on map) |
| Description | |
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Olympic Region Clean Air Agency (ORCAA) is recruiting for one air quality specialist position to fill a vacancy in Olympia, Washington. We are looking for candidates who bring environmental programs knowledge, skills, and experience along with passion, inspiration, and a strong desire for excellence. APPLICATION PROCESS This recruitment will remain open until filled. The initial application deadline for first-round screening is May 14, 2021. The agency reserves the right to fill the position any time after the initial screening date. Due to COVID, applicant interviews may be via Zoom. If you have questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Robert Moody at (360) 539-7610 extension 106 or robert.moody@orcaa.org. JOB SUMMARY – Air Quality Specialist I An Air Quality Specialist I is responsible for investigating air quality complaints and inspections of businesses that emit air pollution to determine compliance with federal, state, and local air pollution control regulations. This work is done under the direct guidance of the Compliance Supervisor and under supervision of the Compliance Manager. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Responds to and investigates complaints; completes and submits reports and inputs pertinent data into Agency database Asbestos ENVIRONMENTAL/PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS An Air Quality Specialist I perform most of their responsibilities in direct contact with other members of the Agency, the public and others in the air quality field. This individual must be able to move freely throughout our building, the business and residential community. An Air Quality Specialist I must possess full use of their body as they may be required to climb, stoop, crawl, and jump while doing their job. They must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, although infrequently. Due to the level of authority and accountability involved, this individual must be able to make sound judgments, based on a clear assessment of the facts, looking at both long and short-term ramifications. An Air Quality Specialist I must be able to read, examine for errors and comprehend materials and equipment ranging from specialized gauges and instruments to letters and memos to government regulations and be able to explain these materials to others who may not possess the same level of technical expertise. This individual must have excellent vision. Most work is performed in a quiet to moderately noisy environment, generally free of hazards. Local travel is frequently involved. Due to extensive work with the public, vaccinations may be required. QUALIFICATIONS The best person for the job will be an effective verbal and written communicator; able to organize multiple priorities; able to work with a wide variety of people (sometimes angry people); can meet deadlines and work well under pressure. Prior experience in air quality or another environmental field is preferred. An associate degree is desirable, but related experience may be substituted year for year. A valid Washington State driver's license is required. EMPLOYEE STATUS DESIGNATION Nonexempt; fulltime; regular; salaried *This is the proposed salary contained in the FY2022 draft budget.
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