Monitoring and Surveillance Specialist

Harris County Pollution Control Services Department (HCPCS) Mission

The mission of Harris County Pollution Control Services Department (PCS) is to protect the citizens of Harris County from environmental impacts through firm, consistent enforcement of state and federal regulations. The ultimate goal of PCS is clean air, water, and proper management of waste. The activities of PCS are directed toward ensuring clean air and water for the citizens of Harris County, consistent with the protection of public health, enjoyment of property and the protection of plant, animal, and marine life.

Under the supervision of the Air Monitoring Services Supervisor, the Monitoring and Surveillance Specialist will perform ambient air quality monitoring to characterize air quality, locate potential unauthorized or nuisance emission sources, conduct ambient air monitoring during environmental emergencies, operate and maintain Community Air Monitoring Program (CAMP) equipment and participate in the development of new air monitoring programs.

• Conduct operation, maintenance, calibration and installation of air monitoring instrumentation
• Perform ambient air quality monitoring in the field utilizing a variety of laboratory grade monitoring and sampling equipment
• Evaluate monitoring data, interpret results, perform calculations, and prepare data reports
• Develop, update, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures, maintenance and calibration documents, and QA/QC documents related to air monitoring
• Participate as part of HCPCS response to environmental emergencies to provide analytical data
• Assist in the development of new air monitoring services and programs
• Liaison with Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, vendors, and other Harris County Departments on air monitoring network related issues
• Order parts and materials to ensure adequate supplies for air monitoring equipment are available
• Assist in air investigations as needed on a case-by-case basis

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This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with an emphasis in a physical or life science

• One (1) year of experience in environmental monitoring, or utilizing analytical laboratory instrumentation

• Knowledge of ambient air monitoring
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of operation and maintenance of air monitoring equipment is desirable
• Knowledge of how to manage and report analytical data is desirable
• Mechanical aptitude necessary for installation, repair and maintenance of air monitoring equipment
• Ability to understand and apply applicable environmental rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with site representatives, TCEQ air monitoring staff, and the general public

Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. “See Resume” will not be accepted for qualifications.

• Experience working with air quality instrumentation, air sampling equipment, laboratory equipment, and drone equipment. (preferred)
• Experience working in the…