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Please apply by: 6/11/26

Salary Range: $52,000 - $65,000
This is an exempt (salaried) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.

At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

Working at Mecklenburg County for LUESA, (Land Use and Environmental Service Agency) you will help to provide key services that will contribute to an exceptional quality of life for Mecklenburg County residents. LUESA’s responsibilities range from enforcing building and zoning codes to managing water and air resources for future generations.

Working with LUESA provides an opportunity to partner with some of the most creative minds and inspiring leaders. If you are interested in working for a collaborative team that is driven by success and innovation you have found the right organization. We welcome talented, high-energy, fun team members to partner with our community to enhance our quality of life through environmental stewardship and economic vitality.

More About the Role:
Mecklenburg County Air Quality is seeking a science and people oriented professional with a technical background and strong communication skills to serve in its Permitting and Enforcement Program. The permitting and enforcement program involves many different program areas encompassing a variety of work tasks. The Air Quality Specialist II conducts inspections, issues permits, consults with industry contacts, reviews emission inventories, composes letters & reports, enforces rules, and responds to service requests. Candidates who demonstrate a willingness to learn and an attitude of positivity & flexibility are most successful in this role. See http://airquality.mecknc.gov for additional information about the program. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Successful applicant will need to travel to Charlotte, NC for interviews.

Position Summary
Performs technical and investigative work involving enforcement of various codes and regulations to
protect public health, safety, and the environment. This position, under minimal supervision, may also
perform site inspections, collects and analyzes samples and data, and responds to citizen complaints.

Essential Functions
Review field inspection reports and assign and monitor follow-up corrective and enforcement
actions and plans
Investigate complaints concerning suspected violations of environmental laws, rules and
regulations
Coordinate and participate in enforcement actions with external agencies
Draft, prepare, and review reports, correspondence and other documents concerning complaints
and enforcement activities
Consult with management, other governmental agencies and industry representatives on
environmental matters
Develop data processing applications involving databases and spreadsheets to compile,
inventory, and manage field testing, sampling and investigations data
Order field equipment and supplies used in conducting field sampling, testing and investigations
Provide technical guidance and may schedule, assign, train and oversee review the work of others
Conduct field tests, sampling, and investigations to assess the natural environment and to
determine sources of and methods for controlling pollutants in air, water and soil
Perform public education and outreach activities in various settings such as the field, office or
classroom environments
Assist with the preparation of grant applications to fund environmental programs as directed.
Operate environmental monitoring equipment, following quality controls and good laboratory
practice (GLP).

Minimum Qualifications
Experience:
Minimum of two years of experience.

Education:
Bachelor's degree in an environmental or scientific field.
Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: Yes

Licenses and Certifications
Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License
Requires County Driving Privileges
Annual Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of
Environmental assessment and pollution control principles, practices and methods
Field testing, sampling and investigation techniques and procedures
Federal, state and local environmental laws, rules and regulations

Skills
Maintaining field monitoring and data equipment
Conducting field observations
Preparing reports
Collecting field samples
Organizing, evaluating, and acting upon observations identified in the field

Abilities
Applied Learning: Assimilating and applying new job-related information in a timely manner
Business Acumen: Using economic, financial, market and industry data to understand and
improve business results; using one’s understanding of major business functions, industry trends
and own organization’s position to contribute to effective business strategies and tactics
Collaboration: Working effectively and cooperatively with others; establishing and maintaining
good working relationships
Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals
or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the
information provided

Computer Skills
Proficient in applicable computer programs

Work Environment
Works in outdoor exposed to weather conditions

Selection
This classification has been identified as having a role in the development of
ADA compliant technologies and for which the incumbent agrees to follow
County policies to the best of their abilities in order to meet these obligations.
No

Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable
accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer Statement
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or
working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request.
Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions
may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.

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