Air Quality Specialist I for the Feather River Air Quality Management District

Job Description:

Air Quality Specialist I for the Feather River Air Quality Management District

Description

Position Description

Are you a recent graduate with a degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Engineering, Biology, Physical Science, or a related discipline? Are you looking for an opportunity to build hands-on experience in technical air quality control principles, inspection practices, and regulatory compliance while contributing to an organization dedicated to improving air quality and reducing pollution? If so, we encourage you to apply for the Air Quality Specialist I position with the Feather River Air Quality Management District.
THE POSITION:
The Air Quality Specialist I is the entry-level class in the Air Quality Specialist class series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents with an educational background and/or practical experience learn technical air quality control principles and practices and related inspection techniques. As knowledge and experience are gained, the work becomes broader in scope; assignments are more varied and are performed under supervision that is more general. This class is alternatively staffed with Air Quality Specialist II and an incumbent may advance to the higher-level after gaining the knowledge, skill, and experience that meet the qualifications for and demonstrate the ability to perform the work of the higher-level class.

This recruitment is being conducted by Regional Government Services and its staff on behalf of the Feather River Air Quality Management District.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Be a self-starter, proactive, ethical, friendly, adaptable individual who is comfortable working in a dynamic and team-oriented environment.
• Have knowledge of basic principles and practices of physics, chemistry, mathematics, and engineering related to air pollution control and scientific research methods.
• Be detail-oriented with exceptional organizational and administrative skills.
• Be able to multitask and meet changing priorities deadlines.
• Use confidence, tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Have excellent written and oral communication skills in order to communicate in a proactive, approachable, and responsive nature with the ability to understand stakeholder interests and needs.
• Have demonstrated ability to review and check documents, records, and forms for accuracy and completeness.
• Have demonstrated ability to use office tools and electronic equipment, including computers.

Core Competencies:

• Accountability - Accepts responsibility for themselves
• Attention to Detail - Accomplishes tasks with thoroughness and accuracy
• Collaboration - Works co-operatively with others and makes valued contributions
• Communication - Effectively conveys and exchanges thoughts, opinions, and information both verbally and in writing
• Critical Thinking - Identifies and defines problems and develops workable solutions
• Customer Service - Maintains ongoing client relationships
• Inclusiveness - Respects and values working in a diverse environment
• Initiative - Assesses and initiates things independently
• Judgment - Making decisions based on careful thought
• Reliability and Commitment - Shows commitment, dedication, and accountability in one's work, and follows through on all projects, goals, and aspects of one's work.
• Time Management and Organization - Plans and executes plans for events, tasks, and processes in an efficient manner.

ABOUT THE DISTRICT
The Feather River Air Quality Management District is a bi-county District that was formed in 1991 to administer local, state, and federal air quality management programs for Yuba and Sutter counties. The District is committed to environmental policymaking, community planning, and regulatory enforcement practices that are fair and equitable to all business owners and residents of Yuba and Sutter counties regardless of age, culture, ethnicity, gender, race, socioeconomic status, or geographic location to protect against the health impacts of air pollution.

Examples of Duties

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Air Quality Specialist I Job Description

Typical Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education:
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in engineering, biology, chemistry, environmental science, physical sciences, or a field related to the work. Additional experience as defined below may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Experience:
Air Quality Specialist I : No experience is required. An internship or related paraprofessional experience is desirable.

License:

• Must possess and maintain a valid California class C driver’s license and meet automobile insurability requirements of the District as a condition of continued employment.
• Must obtain within six months of appointment and maintain a California Visible Emissions Evaluation Certificate.

Supplemental Information

BENEFITS:

PERSONNEL SYSTEM: The District has a merit-based personnel system that provides for promotion and advancement.

SALARY: The District has a 6-step salary plan for regular employees. Longevity of 5% paid after (12) and (20) years of continuous service. Part-time and extra help employees are paid on an hourly basis.

BILINGUAL PAY: The District may pay $125 per month to employees whose position requires the use of a second language that is commonly spoken by, and necessary to effectively communicate with members of the public served by the District. Eligibility is determined by the District and requires successful completion of a language proficiency assessment.

VACATION: Twelve days per year through 4.99 years of employment; 16 days through 9.99 years; 18 days through 14.99 years; 20 days through 19.99 years; 24 days after 20 years (pro-rated for part-time employees)

HOLIDAYS: Fourteen (14) paid holidays including 3 floating holidays (pro-rated for part-time employees). *Four (4) hours of paid time off for New Years' Eve recently added.

SICK LEAVE: Accrues at the rate of 12 days per year and can be used for illness and medical appointments (pro-rated for part-time employees).

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: The District provides five (5) days of paid time off for Bereavement Leave.

HEALTH PLAN: Medical (CalPERS); District paid dental (Delta) and vision care (VSP) coverage is available for employees and dependents.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The district offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Plan (457 and will contribute $150.00 per month for participating employees with the employee matching $50.00.

GROUP LIFE INSURANCE: $25,000 of District paid life insurance for all employees and $2,000 of District paid life insurance for dependents.

RETIREMENT: District employees are members of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System CalPERS. Classic employee member: 2.5% @ 55; PEPRA employee member: 2% @ 62. The District does not participate in Social Security.
SELECTION PROCESS

DEADLINE TO APPLY: Friday, August 7, 2026, at 6:00 PM (PDT). Apply Here: https://bit.ly/4gFbhUs
Applications must be submitted on-line through the applicant tracking system. Materials must be complete and clearly indicate the candidate meets the minimum qualifications. Incomplete, late, emailed, or faxed applications are not accepted.

Applicants are required to submit a current resume detailing their recent experience relevant to this position along with their application and supplemental questionnaire online. Resumes are not considered in lieu of the required complete employment application.

Appraisal Process - (Pass/Fail) After the closing deadlines, applications will be screened in relation to the criteria indicated in this announcement.

Minimum Qualification Assessment- (Pass/Fail) All completed applications, and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed and assessed for each applicant's ability to meet the minimum work experience, training, and education qualifications.

Online Written Exam - (100%)Applicants who pass the MQ Assessment will be invited to participate in an online written examination that is tentatively scheduled for 8/17/2026.

Remote Screen Interview - (100%) Candidates who pass the Online Written Exam will be invited to a Remote Screen Interview to evaluate training, experience, and other job-related qualifications for the position. Remote Screen Interviews are conducted via a video conference platform. Remote Screen Interviews are recorded and are tentatively scheduled for 8/20 and 8/21, 2026.

Successful candidates will be submitted to the Feather River Air Quality Management District for further consideration.
Candidates who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or selection process should advise Regional Government Services by emailing [email protected].

Neither Regional Government Services nor the Feather River Air Quality Management District are responsible for failure of internet forms or email in submitting your application.

The Feather River Air Quality Management District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Closing Date/Time: 8/7/2026 6:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$67,056.00 - $85,584.00 Annually