Air Awareness Coordinator

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.  Note: The Air Awareness Coordinator position is funded through a grant from the North Carolina Division of Air Quality and the continuation of the position is subject to grant renewal.

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:
If you are energized by high-interaction activities like staffing events and public speaking, submit your resume for the role of Charlotte-area Air Awareness Coordinator.  This position works within Mecklenburg County’s air quality division and performs education and outreach on behalf of the North Carolina Division of Air Quality.  This position has the following duties:

• Develop and implement community-wide programs that reduce air pollution.

• Engage the community members on air quality issues through presentations, school visits, and participation in community events, many of which are scheduled during lunch hours, evenings and weekends.

• Build relationships with a network of regional partners (both public and private) who have a common interest in air quality awareness and assist them with implementing pollution reduction strategies.

• Design effective communication materials including graphics, reports, promotional materials, and webpages.

• Respond to air quality-related inquiries from Mecklenburg County residents.

The Air Awareness Coordinator must be able to communicate complicated scientific information in a straightforward, easy-to-understand way.  The Air Awareness Coordinator works at community events, which regularly requires early-morning, evening, or weekend work. The ideal candidate has strong time management and organizational skills and has experience building successful partnerships.  

A bachelor’s degree in the natural sciences with coursework in communication, marketing, or education is ideal for this position.  Preference may be given to candidates who can speak or write in Spanish, or both. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is required. 

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

Preferred Qualifications
Fluent in Spanish (speak, read, write)
Communication, education, or marketing experience

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