Air Pollution Control Specialist I/II

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Air Pollution Control Supervisor, the Air Pollution Control Specialist is responsible for the implementation and enforcement of various air pollution control programs within established geographic boundaries. Responsibilities include but not limited to :

• Performing functions utilizing Ohio EPA and

U.S. EPA

software and databases to prepare and submit data and documents

• Evaluating air quality monitoring data for submittal to Ohio EPA
• Evaluating industrial source compliance through inspections, report review and stack emissions testing. Activities may require climbing ladders and working outside in inclement weather.
• Performing industrial air permit application reviews and preparing terms and conditions
• Preparing and reviewing engineering calculations to determine air pollutant concentrations and emissions
• Performing complaint investigations
• Assisting with addressing non-compliance issues regarding local, state, and federal rules
• Writing technical reports and assisting in the preparation of legal or public documents
• Reviewing and preparing comments on rules, regulations, policies, and plans
• Working on quality improvement projects and drafting Standard Operating Guidelines
• Helping to manage AQS data submittal and retrievals.
• Representing the agency on technical work groups with other government agencies, the regulated community, and with public citizens
• Operating air monitoring equipment including setting up filters, performing quality assurance checks, and validating data; Troubleshooting problems and issues
• Performing preventative maintenance and repair of monitoring equipment such as motors and pumps, and data logging equipment
• Conducting special projects in quality assurance, toxic air pollution, and/or industrial air pollution Minimum Qualification and Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related degree
• Proficiency in utilizing a PC with Microsoft Office software experience

APCS I/B24

: Meet all educational requirements

• APCS II/B25

  Meet all educational requirements and five (5) years' experience in evaluation work for air quality or related program; Two (2) years' experience as an APCS I; Two (2) years' RAPCA experience
• Understands and acknowledges that Public Health - Dayton & Montgomery County uses evidence-based and evidence-informed public health practices based on scientific research including health promotion theory and practice, environmental health measures, and communicable disease control measures including vaccination, isolation, and quarantine practices, and medicine for treatment and prevention of disease, among others.

• Understands and acknowledges the use of tobacco or nicotine products in any form including replacement therapy products and prescription medications used to treat smoking addiction for anyone hired after January 1, 2014, is prohibited
• Required to play an active role during a public health emergency, crisis, outbreak, incident, or event in which the Health Commissioner deems additional personnel resources are warranted. This may include changes in responsibilities and working locations/hours
• Completion of Incident Command System 100 and National Incident Management System 700 courses within 90 days of hire
• Valid State of Ohio driver's license and insurance on any personal vehicle that will be used for work

Preferred Qualifications:

• APCS II/B25

  Meet all educational requirements and five (5) years' experience in evaluation work for air quality or related program
• Two (2) years' experience as an APCS I
• Two (2) years' RAPCA experience PHDMC provides a quality, affordable and competitive benefits package to employees, including the following:
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Personal Leave, and Paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Membership with Ohio Public Employees Retirement Systems (OPERS)
• Eligibility to contribute to a Deferred Compensation Program

Job Grade:

B24 - B25

(Non Exempt)

Grant Funded :

Yes Closing Date to

Apply:

May 20, 2026, or until the position is filled Position is subject to a criminal background check Applicants who declare use of nicotine/tobacco in any form including replacement therapy products and prescription medications used to treat smoking addiction on the PHDMC Application for Employment or addendum thereto, shall not be considered for employment. Applicants who do not support and promote Public Health evidence-based and evidence-informed public health practices shall not be considered for employment.

PUBLIC HEALTH - DAYTON & MONTGOMERY COUNTY

(PHDMC)

IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, AGE, NATIONAL ORIGIN, DISABILITY, MILITARY STATUS, VETERAN STATUS, GENETIC TESTING, OR OTHER UNLAWFUL BIAS EXCEPT WHEN SUCH A FACTOR CONSTITUTES A BONA FIDE OCCUPATIONAL QUALIFICATION

("BFOQ").