Location: San Diego,CA, USA
The County of San Diego Announces an Excellent Entry Level Professional Opportunity AIR QUALITY INSPECTOR I
Interviews will take place beginning the week of January 6 2025
The County of San Diego is currently accepting job applications for Air Quality Inspector I. This is an entry-level professional opportunity ideal for persons who are interested in seeking a fulfilling career with the San Diego County Air Pollution Control District (SDAPCD). Click San Diego County Air Pollution Control District to obtain additional information on this department.
An Air Quality Inspector I is responsible for inspecting air pollution sources to ensure compliance with SDAPCD rules, EPA laws, and State of California laws. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form, ability to be customer-focused and teamwork-oriented and possess the drive to excel.
Hiring Timeline & Dates
* Job Offer and Background Process begins in January 2025. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.
* Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
* Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.
If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.
Minimum Qualifications
1. A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in chemistry, physics, engineering, environmental health, environmental science, biology or a closely related scientific field; OR;
2. Four (4) years of paid professional, para-professional, or technical work experience with a regulatory agency, environmental agency, environmental consulting company, or other closely related agency, company, or organization; OR;
3. An equivalent combination of college education and/or experience as stated above.
NOTE: Applicants are required to submit college or university diplomas, unofficial or official transcripts, letters of verification, or foreign studies equivalency certificates (college education obtained outside of the US) during Step 1 of the online application submittal process. Persons who previously applied for County of San Diego jobs and who already provided such documentation may by-pass this requirement.
Click Air Quality Inspector I to review the complete job description including minimum qualifications, examples of duties, essential functions, etc.
The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire.
Condition of Employment
As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.
Evaluation
Qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based on: the application screening for minimum qualifications and the supplemental questions.
Please ensure all information is complete and accurate, as the responses you provide on the supplemental application questionnaire will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.
Note: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.
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