Air Quality Engineer I/II

Job Description:

Air Quality Engineer I/II

Description

Description

THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected, and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continue to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado also supports providing telework opportunities for employees that are consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting.

AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT DISTRICT
The El Dorado County, Air Quality Management District works to improve air quality and quality of life for El Dorado County residents.

THE OPPORTUNITY
An Air Quality Engineer I/II performs professional engineering evaluations and assessments to minimize and control air pollution, air pollution precursors, and toxic air contaminants to protect human health and the environment; performs engineering evaluations of stationary and portable pollutant emitting sources; evaluates applications for permits to construct and operate; evaluates emission inventory plans and reports; develops and implements grant programs; and performs related duties as assigned.

The selected candidate will have the opportunity to:

• Evaluate stationary and mobile sources of air pollutants and contaminants to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Review a wide variety of documents for development, construction, and operation projects to calculate emission rates, and advises on the same.
• Review and evaluate permit applications, including calculating criteria, emission rates and permit fees, determining compliance or non-compliance with Air Quality regulations, determining and recommending best available control technology, defining permit conditions, and issuing authority to construct permits; screen and processes annual data updates for permits.
• Review new development proposals for consistency with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Air District rules, federal and state requirements; draft and provide comments.
• Conduct on-site compliance inspections of sources and abatement devices; evaluate compliance and recommend enforcement actions.
• Review permit and enforcement files to prepare materials and responses for variance requests, violation notices, case summaries, and hearing board referrals; recommend appropriate actions; may testify on behalf of the District.
• Calculate, review, and correct the emissions inventory; evaluate accuracy of source emission calculations and methodologies; develop, maintain, and refine computer models of activity levels and emissions.
• Conduct environmental audits, compliance inspections, and source tests; evaluate results and recommend appropriate actions, including violation notices.
• Conduct toxic risk screening and risk assessment analyses; calculate toxic emissions, determine and apply appropriate air dispersion model, calculate maximum concentrations and calculate risk; recommend approval or denial of permit application.
• Review and monitor federal and state legislation related to the area of assignment and evaluate possible effects of legislation on District policies and procedures; make recommendations for and implements changes as needed.

For a full description of duties and responsibilities, please review the job description here .

IDEAL CANDIDATE:

The El Dorado County Air Quality Management District seeks a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Air Quality Engineer to play a critical role in protecting air quality and public health. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in air quality engineering, environmental science, or a related field, with experience in evaluating air pollution sources, issuing permits, and ensuring regulatory compliance with federal, state, and local air quality standards.

Successful candidates will excel in technical analysis, problem-solving, and project management, particularly in evaluating emission inventories, assessing compliance measures, and implementing air pollution control strategies. They should be comfortable conducting environmental audits, preparing detailed engineering reports, and communicating technical findings to a wide range of stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, businesses, and the public.

In addition to strong technical skills, the ideal candidate is an effective communicator and collaborator who can work independently while contributing to a team-oriented environment. The ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and stay informed about evolving air quality regulations and technologies is key to success in this role.

This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer passionate about environmental protection to contribute to air quality management programs that directly impact the health and well-being of the community.

Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following recommendations.

Education and Experience: A combination of the required experience, education, and training that would provide the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying; however, education may not solely substitute for the required experience.

Air Quality Engineer I : Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in air pollution, environmental, chemical, mechanical, petroleum, or combustion engineering or a related field.

Air Quality Engineer II: Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in air pollution, environmental, chemical, mechanical, petroleum, or combustion engineering or a related field; and two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in air quality engineering or a closely related field.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California or Nevada Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record.
• Possession of a Visible Emissions Evaluation certification issued by the Air Resources Board within 12 months of appointment.

Click here to view the minimum qualifications for Air Quality Engineer I/II, as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Apply online by clicking the 'Apply" link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept’.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Kim Rose in Human Resources at [email protected].

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RECRUITMENT PROCESS
The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process.

Training and Experience Evaluation:

A training and experience evaluation will be utilized to determine an applicant's ability to continue in the recruitment process ranking for referral to specific vacancies. Based upon the information in the application and/or responses to supplemental questions, the applicant's education, training and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.

Supplemental questions play an integral role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the "Work Experience" section of your application. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.

For more information on the recruitment process, click here.

Based on the department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Air Quality Engineer I. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full time, part time, limited term and extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months. In accordance with Personnel Rules 1103.1 and 1105.1, an extra help or limited term employee may be transitioned into a regular employee if the department in which the employee works has a vacant allocated position for the same classification as held by the extra help or limited term employee and the appointing authority requests such transfer.

We are currently recruiting for the following:

• One (1) full time vacancy in the Air Quality Management District, located in Placerville, CA.

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The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Many job classifications require pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include drug testing; a positive test may result in the revocation of an employment offer.

As required by Internal Revenue Service Publication 1075, individuals in positions that have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI), will be subject to a background investigation and a criminal history check. In addition, individuals hired into positions that have access to FTI will be re-investigated at least once every five (5) years.

Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history.

Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just:

• 40 miles to Downtown Sacramento
• 50 miles to Sacramento International Airport
• 129 miles to San Francisco

Here are a few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County:

• Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports
• Skiing and Snowboarding
• Live Music and Music Festivals
• Local Craft Breweries and Wineries
• El Dorado County Fair
• Placerville Speedway Races
• Farm to Fork Restaurants
• Small Business Shop

Employees that are buying a home in El Dorado County may qualify for down payment assistance. Click here for more information.

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The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs!

For your Health and Well-Being:

• Medical
  
• Dental
  
• Vision
  
• Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA
  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  
• Basic Life Insurance
  
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
  
• County sponsored Wellness program
  
• Discounts on gym memberships
  

For your Financial Future:

• CalPERS Retirement
  
• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
  
• Optional Life Insurance
  

For your Work/Life Balance:

• Paid Holidays
  
• Floating Holidays
  
• Vacation and sick leave accruals
  
• Personal and bereavement leave
  

Below is a comprehensive benefit summary based on full-time, regular employment for the bargaining unit to which this classification is assigned.

Revised 1/2025, valid until modified by successor MOU or negotiated agreement.

To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here .

Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.

Closing Date/Time: 6/28/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$79,102.40 - $96,158.40 Annually