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Air Quality Engineer I/II (Limited Term)

The Bay Area Air Quality Management District
$108,571.56 - $145,496.28 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, tuition reimbursement, retirement plan, pension, remote work
United States, California, San Francisco
375 Beale Street (Show on map)
May 01, 2026
Description The Bay Area Air Quality Management District (Air District) is a regional government agency, committed to achieving clean air to protect the public's health and the environment. The Air District accomplishes this goal through regulation of industrial facilities and various outreach and incentive programs designed to encourage clean air choices. The Air District's jurisdiction encompasses all of seven counties - Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara and Napa, and portions of two others - southwestern Solano and southern Sonoma. The Air District is currently accepting applications for the position of Air Quality Engineer I/II in the Engineering Division. This is an open recruitment for multiple positions up to eight (8) full-time, 2 or 3-year limited term positions. These are Limited Term Contract Employee (LTCE) Positions. LTCE positions are funded by grants or other designated funds which are not part of the Air District's ongoing general fund budget. LTCE positions are subject to individual employment contracts and are limited to the duration of their funding source. For current permanent represented employees, these LTCE positions offer a unique chance to step into high-impact roles, gain supervisory or program-management experience, and help advance essential agency priorities. Return rights are governed by the 2026 Administrative Code and/or MOU. Benefits: LTCEs are eligible to receive a generous benefits package, including Medical, Dental & Vision Options, Life Insurance, CalPERS Retirement Plan, Floating Holiday Leave, 14 Paid Holidays, Flexible Work Schedule/Remote Options, Transit Subsidy, Educational Reimbursement, and more. Please see a full list of benefits here: https://www.baaqmd.gov/about-the-air-district/job-opportunities/benefits-resources DEFINITION Under direction, performs professional engineering work in a variety of areas such as permit application evaluation, calculation of air pollutant emissions, toxic risk screening and health risk assessment evaluations, compliance audits and sources testing; performs related work as assigned. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Air Quality Engineer I is the entry-level class of this series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents perform a variety of routine air quality engineering duties while learning District policies and procedures and specialized air quality knowledge. With experience, the work becomes increasingly more diversified and difficult and requires increasing independence of judgment. This class is alternately staffed with Air Quality Engineer II and incumbents may progress to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency which meet the qualifications for the higher level class. About the Position The Engineering Division evaluates permit applications and reviews permit renewals for equipment and operations that emit air pollutants in the Air District's jurisdiction. The division provides technical support to other agency programs and assists businesses, trade associations, agencies, environmental groups, and community members with issues related to permitting and compliance. Beyond specific permitting work, some of the important programs and projects in which the Engineering Division are actively engaged include but not limited to: Emissions modeling of toxic air contaminants including Health Risk Assessments Verification of emissions inventories Data/database development and management Technical support for rules and regulations About the Air District Bay Area Air District is a regional government agency, committed to achieving clean air to protect the public's health and the environment. The Air District accomplishes this goal through regulation of industrial facilities and various outreach and incentive programs designed to encourage clean air choices. The Air District's jurisdiction encompasses all of seven counties - Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara and Napa, and portions of two others - southwestern Solano and southern Sonoma. At the Air District, we take pride in our commitment to fostering a workplace that values diversity and promotes cultural awareness. We prioritize employee engagement by providing a collaborative and inclusive environment that encourages active participation and open dialogue. Additionally, we believe in pay equity and strive to create an equitable compensation structure. With a strong emphasis on work-life balance, we understand the importance of supporting our employees' well-being both inside and outside the workplace. Join us in a dynamic and inclusive culture where your contributions are celebrated and your growth is nurtured. The Air District recognizes and values the contributions of every employee and works to sustain an environment where everyone is respected. We incorporate the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion within our decision-making strategies, policies, procedures, regulations, funding initiatives, public outreach, planning, and hiring. Hybrid Work Schedule - A schedule that meets the needs of our staff, department operations, and the communities we serve maybe available depending on the assignment. Examples of Duties for this Position Reviews and evaluates permit applications, including calculating 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; screens and processes annual data updates for permits. Participates in calculating, reviewing and correcting the emissions inventory; evaluates accuracy of source emission calculations and methodologies. Responds to industry, public and District inquiries regarding regulation interpretation, permit preparation, various compliance measures and emission calculation methods in person, by telephone and in writing. Develops and recommends revisions to District procedures and regulations. Reviews permit and enforcement files to prepare materials and responses for variance requests, violation notices and case summaries and hearing board referrals; recommends appropriate actions; may testify on behalf of the District. Conducts on-site compliance inspections of sources and abatement devices; evaluates compliance and recommends enforcement actions. Uses a computer terminal and a variety of software and programs to make engineering calculations, enter and retrieve data and to monitor and correct data entry; investigates and corrects errors in the data bank. Conducts toxic risk screening and risk assessment analyses; calculates toxic emissions, determines and applies appropriate air dispersion model, calculates maximum concentrations and calculates risk; recommends approval or denial of permit application. Conducts environmental audits, compliance inspections and source tests; evaluates results and recommends appropriate actions, including violation notices. Operates, maintains and calibrates instruments; prepares and dismantles testing equipment and materials; fabricates specialized equipment. May coordinate assigned engineering projects. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills is: Air Quality Engineer I: Equivalent to graduation from a four year college or university with major coursework in environmental, chemical, mechanical or petroleum engineering or a closely related field and two years of experience in mechanical, industrial, chemical, petroleum or related process engineering. Air Quality Engineer II: In addition to the above, two years of air quality environmental engineering experience. Desirable Qualifications: How to Apply & Selection Criteria Interested individuals must submit a completed Air District application and responses to the supplemental questions no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 29, 2026. Applications are accepted online only. Please visit our website at www.baaqmd.gov/jobs to apply or to download an application. Resumes can be included, but not in lieu of the required application materials. Postmarks, faxes, and E-mailed applications will not be accepted. Except as requested in this announcement, do not include any additional documents, such as letters of recommendation, performance evaluations, work samples, etc. They will not be considered or returned. Supplemental Questionnaire Instructions: Individuals who apply for this position must respond to each of the supplemental questions. Both paper and online applications must be received by the Human Resources Office no later than the time and date specified in the vacancy announcement. The responses to the supplemental application questions will be used in accordance with the procedures indicated under the Selection Criteria in the vacancy announcement. Instructions: Please limit your responses to one page per question. Do not combine your responses, or reference your application, resume, or any other requested documentation that you have included with your application packet to answer a question. Please be advised that the information you provide will be evaluated "as is" and incomplete or illegible applications will likely receive lower ratings. Therefore, it is very important to provide a concise, organized, and easy to follow response to each question. You must provide the following for each question regarding experience: The name of the employer where you gained your experience, your job title, length of time in years/months performing the specific function, and detailed examples that illustrate your duties and responsibilities. SELECTION CRITERIA: Selection may be based upon a competitive examination consisting of a written exercise, interview, or combination of the two. Depending on the number of qualified applicants, an application screening and/or panel interview may be used to determine the most qualified applicants. The Air District may hire from this recruitment process to fill future vacancies occurring within the next 18 months. Updates regarding your status in the recruitment will be sent via email, unless you indicate a different preference on your application. Persons with disabilities who may require reasonable accommodations during the application and/or selection process should notify the Human Resources Office at (415) 749-4980. The Air District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.