Bay Area Air Quality Management District

Join an agency committed to creating a healthy breathing environment for every Bay Area resident while protecting and improving public health, air quality, and the global climate! Bay Area Air Quality Management District (Air District) is a regional government agency, committed to achieving clean air to protect the public's health and the environment. The Air District accomplishes this goal through regulation of industrial facilities and various outreach and incentive programs designed to encourage clean air choices. The Air District's jurisdiction encompasses all of seven counties - Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara and Napa, and portions of two others - southwestern Solano and southern Sonoma. At the Air District, we take pride in our commitment to fostering a workplace that values diversity and promotes cultural awareness. We prioritize employee engagement by providing a collaborative and inclusive environment that encourages active participation and open dialogue. Additionally, we believe in pay equity and strive to create an equitable compensation structure. With a strong emphasis on work-life balance, we understand the importance of supporting our employees' well-being both inside and outside the workplace. Join us in a dynamic and inclusive culture where your contributions are celebrated and your growth is nurtured. The Air District is currently accepting applications for the position of Staff Specialist I/II in the Strategic Incentives Division (SI) Division. This is an open recruitment for two (2) full-time, represented position.  The position will be assigned to one of the Division's four sections: Operations, On-Road, Off-Road, or Ports, Freight & Marine.

The Bay Area Air Quality Management District (District) is a regional government agency, committed to achieving clean air to protect the public's health and the environment. The District accomplishes this goal through regulation of industrial facilities and various outreach and incentive programs designed to encourage clean air choices. The District's jurisdiction encompasses all of seven counties - Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara and Napa, and portions of two others - southwestern Solano and southern Sonoma.   At the Air District, we take pride in our commitment to fostering a workplace that values diversity and promotes cultural awareness. We prioritize employee engagement by providing a collaborative and inclusive environment that encourages active participation and open dialogue. Additionally, we believe in pay equity and strive to create an equitable compensation structure. With a strong emphasis on work-life balance, we understand the importance of supporting our employees' well-being both inside and outside the workplace. Join us in a dynamic and inclusive culture where your contributions are celebrated and your growth is nurtured.   The Air District is currently accepting applications for the position of  Senior Advanced Projects Advisor  in the Executive Office.  This is open recruitment for one (1) full-time, represented position.

Join an agency committed to creating a healthy breathing environment for every Bay Area resident while protecting and improving public health, air quality, and the global climate! The Bay Area Air Quality Management District (Air District) is a regional government agency, committed to achieving clean air to protect the public's health and the environment. The Air District accomplishes this goal through regulation of industrial facilities and various outreach and incentive programs designed to encourage clean air choices. The Air District's jurisdiction encompasses all of seven counties - Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara and Napa, and portions of two others - southwestern Solano and southern Sonoma. At the Air District, we take pride in our commitment to fostering a workplace that values diversity and promotes cultural awareness. We prioritize employee engagement by providing a collaborative and inclusive environment that encourages active participation and open dialogue. Additionally, we believe in pay equity and strive to create an equitable compensation structure. With a strong emphasis on work-life balance, we understand the importance of supporting our employees' well-being both inside and outside the workplace. Join us in a dynamic and inclusive culture where your contributions are celebrated and your growth is nurtured. The Air District is conducting an open recruitment for the position of Senior Staff Specialist in the Community Engagement Division. This is a full-time, represented position for one (1) vacancy. The Community Engagement (CE) Office engages the public in Air District programs and decision-making to improve air quality and promote public health and environmental justice. The CE Office seeks to engage and partner with communities overburdened by poor air pollution by increasing awareness of the role and authority of the Air District, fostering relationships, developing partnerships, co-developing engagement processes and providing equitable opportunities for participation in Air District decision-making. The Community Engagement Office strives to create opportunities for those that have been historically excluded, discriminated against, under-represented, or under-resourced.

Examples of Duties for this Position (Illustrative Only) Develops and implements goals, objectives, policies, procedures, budgets a nd work standards for the assigned programs monitoring data systems. Directs, organizes, assigns, reviews, and evaluates the work of assigned staff; selects and trains staff and  contractors and provides for their professional development. Directs the preparation, maintenance, verification, and reconciliation of a wide variety of plans and reports. Develops, reviews, recommends and implement improved system methods and procedures. Directs the maintenance of and maintains accurate records; prepares clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials. Collaborates with other Sections and Divisions to develop programs and systems that support efficient operations, data quality, and transparency and that are consistent with Air District policies  Analyzes technical issues, prepares and presents reports and recommendations regarding operational and policy issues to the Board, various committees, Executives, Air District colleagues, members of the public and other groups. Ensures that systems adhere to local, state, and federal requirements and analyzes  and reviews local, state, and federal legislation to determine its impact on the District.   Responds to requests for public information regarding the District's policies, procedures and operations. Represents the District and assists the Director/Officer as assigned.     Performs other duties as assigned.

Examples of Duties for this Position (Illustrative Only) A ssists in the administration of employee benefits, health insurance plans, retirement, and leaves Processes personnel actions, payroll records, and benefits in District’s Human Resources Information Systems or other computer software applications. Informs and advises employees on general benefits and payroll information:  responds to employee inquiries and contacts third-party administrators and vendors to resolve problems. Conducts new employee orientations and offboarding and provides information regarding District programs and policies.   Maintains and updates personnel files, procedures, forms and records. Prepares various special and periodic reports. Maintains a current knowledge of District policies and procedures and applicable laws and updates information as required. May assists in coordinating human resources projects and programs as needed, including recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, training and organizational development, and safety and wellness. Performs related work as assigned.

DEFINITION Under general supervision, provides a variety of routine to difficult financial, billing, statistical and accounting office support; may perform general office support duties, including typing, word processing and filing; performs related work as assigned. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Accounting Assistant I is the entry level class of this accounting support series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn financial office and District procedures. As experience is gained, there is greater independence of action within established guidelines. This class is alternately staffed with Accounting Assistant II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency which meet the qualifications of the higher level class. Accounting Assistant II is the journey level class of this series, fully competent to perform a variety of responsible accounting and financial record-keeping support duties. All positions are characterized by the presence of fairly clear guidelines from which to make decisions and the availability of supervision in non-routine circumstances. This class is distinguished from Senior Accounting Assistant in that the latter assigns, directs and reviews the work of a small accounting support staff.