Air Quality Inspector (215461)

Job Title: Air Quality Inspector 

Job ID: 215461

Location: Douglas County

Job Posting Closes: February 16, 2025

Kansas Department of Health and Environment:  

Our agency is led by Secretary Janet Stanek, who was appointed by Gov. Kelly in Dec 2021. KDHE is comprised of three divisions: Public Health, Environment, and Health Care Finance (which includes the State’s Medicaid program, KanCare). We are the only agency in the nation to have these three entities under one roof which allows us to take a holistic approach to improving and protecting the health and well-being of all Kansans.

About the Position

• Who can apply: Anyone (External)
• Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
• Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (Flexible schedules available)
• Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
• Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

Compensation: 

• Hourly Pay Range: $20.13 - $22.16

* Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications. 

Employment Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
• Sick & Vacation leave
• Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
• Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
• Fitness Centers in select locations
• Employee discounts with the STAR Program
• Retirement and deferred compensation programs

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information… 

Position Summary & Responsibilities

The position (K0046348) 

This position COMPLIANCE INSPECTIONS, REPORTS, AND FOLLOW UP: Performs inspections and evaluations of Class I, Class II, MACT, and B sources as assigned in annual Work Plan to determine compliance with federal and state regulations.  Conducts inspections of Open Burn sites and analyzes/issues Open Burn site authorizations when appropriate.  Provide Method 9 (opacity) oversight and occasionally samples, monitors and conducts air tests (RATAs). Compiles and analyzes inspection findings and monitoring records to interpret and document compliance status.  Inspection report documentation is conducted in accord with established work plan protocols and contains detailed narratives, photographic evidence, analytical results, and related information verifying compliance determinations.  Follow-ups compliance issues by tracking and monitoring status of corrective actions implemented and determines when to refer to the District Environment Administrator (DEA) for issuance of Letters of Warning. As required, serves as a witness in administrative hearings or enforcement proceedings.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:   

 COMPLAINT INVESTIGATIONS:  Conducts investigation of citizen complaints regarding air emission sources. Compiles, analyzes, and interprets information collected during complaint investigations and prepares and submits investigation reports in accordance with the approved BEFS/BOA Work Plan.  Provide appropriate follow-up to ensure correction of any violations of federal or state regulations.

 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO PUBLIC, PERMITTEES, AND BUREAU OF AIR:  Provides consultation and interpretation of technical data regarding air regulations and air quality information.  Compiles and interprets air quality information to the public and professional groups.  Assist BOA in drafting and reviewing inspection protocols and guidance documents. Assist in development of new or revised documents.

Qualifications

Education:  

• Bachelor's Degree

Licensing & Certification:

• Valid Driver's License - Incumbent is required to have and maintain a valid driver's license when operating a state vehicle, a private vehicle, or a rental vehicle for the benefit of the State.

Minimum Qualifications:  

• Bachelor's degree in environmental, agricultural or natural sciences/resources.

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Microsoft Office and Lotus Notes
• Proofreading, editing, attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Industrial background or experience
• Experience in preparing and writing inspection reports and technical correspondence

Recruiter Contact Information

• Name: Ariana Paige 
• Email: Ariana.Paige@ks.gov 
• Mailing Address: 1000 SW Jackson St. Suite 580 Topeka, KS 66612 
• Please include the Job ID number when emailing.