Air Quality Compliance Inspector

Air Quality Compliance Inspector (Environmental Specialist 1 or
2)

Location:

509 East Avenue South, Clearwater, FL 33756.

Schedule:

Flexibility available Pinellas County Government is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Environmental Specialist to conduct outdoor air quality facility inspections implementing Federal, State and Local air quality regulations.

This is a professional, technical position performing inspections of both permitted and unpermitted facilities in the field of Air Quality pollution control
. Specific program areas include Title V, minor source, and permit by rule facilities as well as asbestos removal and demolition projects
. The position requires the interpretation of complex federal air regulations, Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) rules and statutes, and pertinent local regulations.

• Enforcement Support: Provide informed technical input on air quality enforcement cases on a case-by-case basis.
• Data Analysis: Utilize environmental and air quality data to support control strategies and regulatory decision-making.
• Public Health Impact: Contribute to strategies that promote a healthier environment for Pinellas County residents and visitors.
• Environmental Expertise: Apply a thorough knowledge of environmental principles and practices to support air quality programs and initiatives.

• Perform on-site field inspections of industrial and commercial properties.
• Perform associated data entry into various Microsoft products and internal databases.
• Respond to citizen complaints including odor and particulate emissions.
• Compose a variety of written documents including inspection reports.
• Act as agency/industry liaison and clearly communicate with office staff, the public, and other regulatory agencies.
• Read, interpret and apply complex technical language contained in rules and regulations.
• Perform review of and understand complex reports.
• Perform related work as assigned or required.

• Possession and maintenance of a valid Florida Driver's License.
• Assignment to work a variety of work schedules including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations.
• Remote Work Policy: This position requires employees to live within a 60-mile radius of Pinellas County and maintain the ability to report to the assigned worksite as needed. If you relocate outside the required 60-mile radius, you must receive advance approval from the County Administrator. Failure to meet this requirement may affect your continued eligibility for the position.

• Bachelor's Degree with major course work in environmental, physical, natural or biological science, engineering, or related field AND
• One (1) year of professional field/office experience working in environmental programs;
• OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
• Other knowledge, skills, abilities, and credentials required for the specific position.

• Bachelor's Degree with major course work in environmental, physical, natural or biological science, engineering, or related field AND
• Two (2) years of professional field/office experience working in environmental programs;
• OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
• Other knowledge, skills, abilities, and credentials required for the specific position.

• Air Pollution Control: Knowledge of the principles, practices, and methods related to industrial processes and air pollution control techniques.
• Regulatory Expertise: Knowledge of Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) air regulations with expertise in Clean Air Act requirements.
• Technical Training: Technical air quality inspector training in a variety of industry types, and basic hazardous materials handling training.
• Investigative
  
  Skills:
  
  Good field and computer investigative skills with the ability to document observations both verbally and in writing.

• Knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of environmental management specific to air pollution regulations.
• Knowledge of national, state and local environmentally related laws, ordinances, codes and regulations;
• Knowledge of advanced mathematics, natural, physical and biological sciences and computer technology;
• Knowledge of scientific research and writing techniques including the use of automated systems for statistical analysis of research data;
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and recognized safety procedures and practices for fieldwork;
• Ability to present ideas and findings clearly and concisely in written, oral and graphic form;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow workers, outside agencies, and the public.
• Ability to understand technical, mathematical, and scientific concepts in the application of Federal, State, and local air quality regulations such as 40…