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If you’re reading this ad, you’re probably looking for a change. If you want meaningful work where you can make a direct impact on your community, enjoy the best benefits package around, and save for retirement, look no further. At Pinal County, we are celebrating 150 years of serving our community and improving the lives of our residents every day. If you’re considering making a change, think about contributing to the services and infrastructure that directly affect our citizens. Help us shape the next 150 years! p.s. don’t forget to check out our amazing benefits package.

An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work-Life Balance.
Paid Vacation And Sick Leave
1. 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
  - After Three (3) Years of Service, 18 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
  - After Five (5) Years of Service, 20 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
Ten Paid Holidays + One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish
13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
Paid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years
1. Two-Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous Service
2. Three-Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous Service
3. Four-Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
4. Four-Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
Comprehensive Wellness Program
1. Quarterly Wellness Challenges
2. Vision Exams and Optometry Events Onsite
3. Vaccination Clinics
4. Onsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening Events
5. Skin Cancer Screening Events Onsite
6. Biometrics and Health Screening Events Onsite
7. Financial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & Online
8. Fitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai Chi
Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit!
Variety of Top Tier Affordable Medical Plans - Six Different Medical Plans to Choose From
1. Some Medical Plans with Zero Employee Premium Cost
Dental and Vision Plans
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Alternative Work Schedules
Telehealth
Qualified Employer - Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program - Department of Education
Employee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development Options
Civil Service Leave
Van Pool Options
Short-Term Disability – Employer Paid
Basic Life Insurance - Employer Paid
Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses
Suite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance.

Additionally, collaborate with a talented team committed to making Pinal County an outstanding place for residents and staff.

Working at Pinal County is an investment in YOU.

Apply today and find out why Pinal County is more than just a job.

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JOB SUMMARY

Perform a variety of technical functions for the Pinal County Air Quality Program, including inspect and investigate environmental issues and complaints, review and issue over the counter permits, interpret and apply federal, state and local air quality regulations, maintain ambient air monitoring systems and equipment, administer the Pinal County Travel Reduction Program (TRP), updates websites, bulletin boards, and other information/outreach tools under basic supervision. The position includes three (3) individual tracks, Dust Inspector, Monitoring Technical, and Travel Reduction which are further described in the Example of Duties below.

TYPICAL CLASSIFICATION ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Conduct community outreach events, information fairs, and educational and training events to advise the community of environmental control regulations and issue.
Enforce all safety rules and regulations, report safety hazards, equipment problems, repair needs, security issues, and emergency situations.
Cross-train in additional Environmental Program skills and functions.
Educate public and business entities with regards to air quality non-attainment and attainment regulations.
Maintain personal certificates and further education requirements needed to remain qualified for position.
Resolve problems within scope of authority and training.
To promote and adhere to the workplace values of accountability, commitment, and teamwork to help enrich lives beyond expectation.
Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information.
Perform other related duties as required.

Dust Inspector Specific Functions:

Perform a variety of technical functions for the Pinal County Air Quality Program to control and verify compliance with environmental quality regulations and standards.
Resolve problems within scope of authority and training.
Inspect individual and commercial properties, investigate air quality complaints and work sites, complete technical reports, and counsel offenders to comply with regulations and rules.
Review and process asbestos and dust and burn permits.
Monitor and inspect individual and commercial properties and job sites and enforce compliance to state, County and Federal regulations, policies, and procedures.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Engineering, Natural Science, Physical Science, Communications, Business or Public Administration or related field..

Arizona residents must have a valid Arizona Driver’s License upon hire; newly established Arizona Residents must have one within 30 days of hire.

Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may substitute for the minimum requirements.

Additional Requirements that may be required:

OSHA Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) Certification, IS-700 National Incident Management System (NIMS).
Individuals conducting inspections must obtain Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Method 9 Visible Emission Certification within six (6) months of employment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of state, federal and regional codes and regulations governing air quality issues, including, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Arizona Department of Environmental Quality, and Pinal County Air Quality Control District (PCAQCD) regulations.
Knowledge of basic record keeping practices, and customer service standard and protocols.
Knowledge of federal and state safety rules and regulations.
Skill in compiling, reviewing, and analyzing technical data, and interpreting applicable rules and regulations.
Skill in providing effective customer service, and dealing tactfully and courteously with the public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The work is medium and requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 5 pounds of force constantly to move objects.The work also requires the ability to crouch, kneel, stand, stoop, walk, reach, perform repetitive motion, operate motor vehicles, hear, speak, and demonstrate mental and visual acuity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires the ability to be sensitive to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs.

The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the first quartile require additional approval.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities. At Pinal County, we value professionalism and treating others with respect. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration and may impact your future Pinal County applications. The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the first quartile require additional approval.

All qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States are welcome to apply. However, visa sponsorship is not available. Pinal County does not participate in STEM Optional Practical Training (STEM OPT).

Pinal County requires pre-employment screening, which includes a Motor Vehicle Record check, a comprehensive background check (encompassing employment, education, and criminal history), and drug testing for safety-sensitive roles. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify candidates from employment. Employment offers are contingent on successful pre-employment screening. If driving is a requirement of the position, you must have a valid Arizona State Driver's License in accordance with Arizona State Law.

Work in this classification requires an individual to be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties, just as though they were actually written out in this description.

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