Air Quality Enforcement Coordinator

Location:

509 South East Ave., Clearwater, FL 33756

Schedule:

Some schedule flexibility and remote work available

Pinellas County’s Environmental Management Division (DEM) is dedicated to protecting, monitoring, and improving the quality of our air, water, and other natural resources. Within DEM, the Air Quality Division’s Compliance section operates under approval from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) through the state of Florida to ensure compliance with Clean Air Act regulations.

This is an advanced professional, technical position processing enforcement cases and performing inspections of both permitted and unpermitted facilities within the Air Quality Division. 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.

It also requires the management of enforcement cases from initial violation determination to completion in an efficient, cost-effective manner to ensure compliance with all pertinent requirements. Data generated is utilized in control strategies to create a more healthful environment for citizens and guests of Pinellas County.

• Oversees activities, resources, and operations of compliance section activities to meet the requirements of Federal and State inspection requirements.
• Assists and works cooperatively with professionals in FDEP and other County, State, and Federal Agencies.
• Provides expertise when requested, including data summaries, computer information, literature searches, cross training, and other technical information.
• Conducts training, potential scheduling, and peer review of junior staff.
• Develops, revises, and reviews standard operating procedures (SOPs) and related documentation.
• Perform related work as assigned or required.

Experience – progressively responsible work experience in environmental regulation, more specifically in air quality.

Education – Seven (7) years of professional level experience in the assigned field of environmental management; or a 4-year college or university degree with major course work in physical, natural or biological science, anthropology, ecology, environmental engineering, or related field, and three (3) years of professional level experience in the assigned field of environmental management; or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.

• Possession and maintenance of a valid State of Florida Driver's License upon hire with eligibility based upon evaluation of a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) driving report.
• 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.
• Assignment to work a variety of work schedules including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations.

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and methods related to industrial processes and air pollution control techniques.
• Knowledge of EPA air regulations with expertise in Clean Air Act requirements.
• Strong abilities using Microsoft Excel and familiarity with various databases.
• Technical air quality inspector training in a variety of industry types, and basic hazardous materials handling training.
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