Air Quality Compliance Inspector

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Virginia's Department of Environmental Quality is seeking a field-oriented air compliance inspector to enforce air quality laws and regulations. The role includes inspections, investigations of complaints, and documentation of enforcement actions to protect Virginia’s air quality.

Responsibilities include data collection, QA for ambient air monitoring, and maintaining thorough records. EPA Method 9 certification within 6 months is required, along with a valid driver's license

Qualifications

• Knowledge of air pollution control regulations and standards.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and understand industrial processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good verbal and written communication; ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Independently conduct air compliance inspections and determine regulatory compliance.
• Investigate complaints and document observations, compliance status, and actions.
• Document and update enforcement actions in the agency database; maintain logs and submit reports.
• Collect data and samples for ambient air monitoring as needed and QA data.
• Operate safely in industrial settings and follow PPE requirements.

Skills

Air pollution regs

Technical reading

Problem solving

Written communication

Data management

Safety awareness

Education

Environmental/engineering/biological science background

Tools

DEQ software

Job description

The Commonwealth of Virginia's Department of Environmental Quality is seeking a field-oriented air compliance inspector to enforce air quality laws and regulations. The role includes inspections, investigations of complaints, and documentation of enforcement actions to protect Virginia’s air quality.

Responsibilities include data collection, QA for ambient air monitoring, and maintaining thorough records. EPA Method 9 certification within 6 months is required, along with a valid driver's license