NEOGOV · 3 days ago
Air Quality Specialist (Policy/Climate/Energy/Incentives)
Diamond Bar, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$97K/yr - $137K/yr
2+ years expSouth Coast Air Quality Management District is one of the largest environmental regulatory agencies in the nation, focusing on ensuring clean air and a healthy environment. The Air Quality Specialist role involves developing air quality management plans, ensuring compliance with regulations, and engaging with stakeholders to advance air pollution policy.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Developing State Implementation Plans, progress reports, and other planning documents to meet federal and state air quality standards and Clean Air Act requirements
Reviewing federal and state laws and regulations to evaluate requirements and ensure compliance with them
Hosting public meetings, preparing presentations, and conducting stakeholder outreach
Supporting the integration of climate and energy policies into air quality planning efforts
Works with engineers, planners, other environmental professionals, Information Management staff, and other personnel to develop and implement methods and techniques for the analysis and evaluation of air quality studies and plans
Applies mathematical, statistical, and engineering modeling and analytical techniques to the analysis of research and survey data; prepares graphs, charts, and statistical summaries from derived data; determines appropriate data collection methods for use in research projects; and may assist in determining methods for more complex studies
Assists in developing or develops recommendations concerning air quality management programs, plans, and rules and prepares related reports and correspondence
Assists in preparing technical analyses and recommended positions on proposed and pending legislation relating to air quality management
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in engineering, environmental science, planning, or the physical, social, or biological sciences, depending on the functions of the assigned unit
Two years of technical air quality or professional analytical experience that would demonstrate the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities of the position to which assigned
One or more professional disciplines, such as chemistry, toxics, statistics, economics, environmental planning, or engineering, with emphasis on its relationship to planning, rule development, or engineering activities
Principles, methods, and procedures of environmental review, planning, rule development, or air quality monitoring, including related instrumentation
Air quality regulations and review process
Air quality modeling
Emissions calculations
PC software applications commonly used in the field
Research methods and techniques, including statistical and computer applications for data analysis
Professional report writing
State, federal, and local programs, guidelines, and code regulations related to air quality management
Compile, analyze, and interpret technical air quality data
Learn and apply South Coast AQMD regulations to stationary and mobile source monitoring
Monitor and evaluate the performance of consultants
Oversee stationary and mobile source monitoring projects under minimum supervision
Maintain accurate records of air quality planning, research, monitoring, or rule development projects and prepare clear and persuasive reports and recommendations
Represent South Coast AQMD's interest at public, professional, and internal meetings and communicate with a variety of technical and professional air quality and legal staff
Maintain current knowledge of applicable federal, State, and local regulations and technical or scientific developments
Provide expert testimony, advice, and counsel in a specialized field
Apply appropriate computer-based analytical techniques to complex air pollution control problems
Develop new techniques and approaches to the solution of complex air pollution control problems
Proficiently use PC and mainframe software applications common to the field and to the general business environment of South Coast AQMD
Read, understand, and follow verbal and written directions
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Establish and maintain effective relationships with all those contacted in the course of work
Preferred
An advanced degree in public policy, science, engineering, or a related field
Ability to synthesize technical information and regulatory requirements when preparing policy documents
Proven ability to manage time effectively, handle multiple assignments seamlessly, and work both independently and with a team
Excellent oral and written communication skills with experience in preparing reports and presentations for diverse audiences
Benefits
$1,912, to purchase medical, dental, and life insurance, with unused portion paid to you as cash. Your insurance coverage becomes effective on the first of the month following completion of 30 days of continuous service. Dependent children may be covered to age 26 on medical, dental and vision plans.
Blue Shield PPO
Blue Shield PPO Savings Plus 2250 (High Deductible Plan)
Blue Shield HMO
Kaiser HMO
Kaiser HSA HMO 1500 (High Deductible Plan)
Delta Dental PPO (without orthodontic benefits)
Delta Dental PPO (with orthodontic benefits for children only)
DeltaCare (PMI) Dental
EyeMed – Optional
$10,000 Term Life Insurance
Claremont EAP, powered by Uprise Health. EAP is available to all employees and their familiels at no cost. EAP offers confidential advice, support and practical solutions to real-life issues.
Optional
Optional Plans (Medical Reimbursement; Dependent Care)
Four 10-hour days, Tuesday through Friday
80 hours per year, increasing to 120 after five years
13 paid holidays per year
100 hours per year
Bereavement; Jury Duty; Military; Witness
Reimbursed up to $5,000 per year
Optional (Employee may contribute up to the IRS maximum). South Coast AQMD matches, dollar for dollar up to $300 per year for the regular plan.
2.5% @ 67 defined benefit plan – Applies to employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 who, at time of hire, were not members of the San Bernardino County Employees' Retirement Association (SBCERA) or another public employee retirement system through which reciprocity may be established.
2.0% @ 55 defined benefit plan – Applies to employees who, prior to January 1, 2013, were active members of SBCERA or another public employee retirement system through which reciprocity may be established.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
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