Air Quality Specialist

Pala Band of Mission Indians; Pala (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pala Band of Mission Indians is seeking an Air Quality Specialist to support the Environmental Department's air program on the Pala Indian Reservation. The role involves maintaining the air quality program, updating inventories, and coordinating with federal, state, and local partners.

The ideal candidate has an associates or bachelor's in chemistry, environmental science, or a related field, plus experience with air quality monitoring and data analysis.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Associates or Bachelor's degree in chemistry, environmental engineering, environmental science, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 6 months of experience working in air quality monitoring.
• Must acknowledge and maintain a Drug-Free workplace and pass pre-employment/random drug testing.
• Fingerprints and background checks required; Indian preference may apply.

Responsibilities

• Reservation-wide Air Quality Program management.
• Update Emissions Inventory.
• Develop BMPs for air quality.
• Create historical air quality database.
• Complete training for air quality testing and certifications.
• Coordinate air program with Federal, State, and local governments.
• Conduct public outreach through tribal meetings and workshops.
• Develop air quality codes and ordinances.
• Coordinate with other Tribal departments.
• Attend workshops and prepare formal written reports and oral presentations.

Skills

Air quality monitoring

Data analysis

Effective communication

Independent work

Public outreach

Training/certification process

Education

Associates or Bachelor's degree in chemistry, environmental engineering, environmental science, or related field

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Air quality monitoring equipment

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

PALA BAND OF MISSION INDIANS

Human Resources PMB#50 35008 Pala Temecula Rd PALA, CA 92059

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Air Quality Specialist

Department: Pala Environmental Department

Status: Regular / Full-Time / DOE

Salary: Depends on Experience

Supervisor: Executive Director

Subordinates: None

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for staff support to meet the Tribal environmental goals and objectives for the Pala Indian Reservation under the direction of the Pala Environmental Department. This position is responsible for maintaining the current Air Program, identifying existing and potential air quality issues, identifying causes and effects of air pollution.

ESSENTIAL RESONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Responsible for Reservation-wide Air Quality Program.
• Update Emissions Inventory.
• Best Management Practices, (BMPs) for air quality.
• Define and create historical air quality database.
• Ability to complete training courses re: certification process for air quality testing, sampling techniques and other related courses.
• Develop working relationship with Federal, State and local governments.
• Conduct public outreach through tribal meetings and workshops, etc.
• Develop air quality codes and ordinances.
• Coordinate air quality program with other Tribal departmental programs and/or projects.
• Attend workshops, seminars and training (local, overnight and out-of-state).
• Preparation of formal written reports and oral presentations to Pala Executive Committee for program implementation.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, CERTIFICATIONS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge and experience in the operation and maintenance of standard air quality monitoring equipment.
• Proficient with technical equipment and data analysis.
• Proficient in office equipment operation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to communicate effectively (oral and written).
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Minimum 6 months general office experience.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationship with people in a varied economic, educational and cultural background.
• Physical and emotional condition adequate to meet the demands of the assigned work station and duties.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED is required
• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, environmental engineering, environmental science, or a related field preferred.
• Experience working in Native American tribal communities preferred.
• Minimum 6 months of experience working in air quality monitoring.
• Must acknowledge and agree to maintain a Drug-Free workplace as a condition of employment with the Pala Band of Mission Indians. Must pass pre-employment and random drug testing during employment. A DMV print out with a valid class “C” driver’s license and background check will be required.
• Must be able to pass a Fingerprint-based background check of potential employees, volunteers, and contractors pursuant to Public Law 101-630 - Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act.
• Indian preference will apply. The Pala Band of Mission Indians will give hiring preference to fully qualified applicants that are Pala Tribal Members. Pala Band of Mission Indians is an equal opportunity employer.

POLICY STATEMENT

All employees are expected to follow the Tribal Personnel Policies and Procedures of the Pala Band of Mission Indians and must adhere to any additional applicable addendums.

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