Transfer - Senior Enforcement Manager

SOUTH COAST AQMD AND JOB OVERVIEW

This is a transfer opportunity, open only to current South Coast AQMD employees, and is expected to result in a transfer list from which current and future Senior Enforcement Manager vacancies may be filled.

Please note that a transfer application, once accepted, is active for six calendar months.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

To view the classification specification, click the link here.

• Organizes and directs the enforcement activities of a branch engaged in the inspection of commercial and industrial equipment, material, and processes in determining compliance with South Coast AQMD regulations and rules, State Health and Safety codes, and federal laws and regulations.
• Manages and establishes program objectives and goals for the branch in order to meet the overall division goals by prioritizing, assigning, supervising, and reviewing the daily technical and administrative activities of the branch.
• Assigns and reviews the work of subordinate staff responsible for section and office enforcement activities and evaluates training needs; directs the completion of special assignments and projects, workload statistics, and reports; adjusts priorities of the sections offices in order to improve the reliability, efficiency, and productivity of enforcement resources.
• Evaluates and prepares performance evaluations on subordinate supervisory personnel. Reviews and approves performance evaluations prepared by supervisory personnel. Provides guidance on employee performance and disciplinary matters and undertakes the major performance and disciplinary problems.
• Assists the Assistant Director of Enforcement in preparing responses and providing information on enforcement actions and activities.
• Coordinates and supervises the preparation of all monthly and quarterly technical reports required by South Coast AQMD or by law; develops the report outlines, schedules deadline completion dates, reviews for accuracy and format, assures that all legal specifications are met and makes recommendations on substantive aspects of the reports.
• Reviews proposed ordinances, resolutions, rules and regulations for enforceability and recommends their adoption, enactment or amendment.
• Develops and coordinates standardized policies and procedures in application of the rules, with other Division managers to ensure consistency of rules application.
• Meets with other governmental agencies, industry representatives, and environmental organizations; and represents South Coast AQMD at public meetings and hearings involving South Coast AQMD rules and regulations and emergency situations such as chemical or toxic spills.
• Attends and participates in meetings with branch, division, and South Coast AQMD personnel involving enforcement activities.
• Participates in the development of rules impacting the inspection of commercial and industrial equipment, materials, and processes.
• May act as liaison with the Hearing Board; ensures that both, Chief Prosecutor and South Coast AQMD Counsel staff, are thoroughly briefed on all aspects of cases under review; and may appear and provide testimony in court or before civil and administrative hearings.
• Reviews recommendations for prosecution of violations and analyzes cases for adherence to proper procedures.
• Assists in the preparation of the division's budget; reviews and approves expenditures.
• May act for the Assistant Director of Enforcement in the absence of the incumbent.

MINIMUM AND DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

ELIGIBILITY

• Must currently be in the Senior Enforcement Manager classification.

OR

• To transfer to a new class title, your current classification must have the exact same pay and you must complete the application demonstrating that you meet the minimum requirements for the new class.

Please note: To transfer, an employee must have passed probation (12-month initial probation or 6-month promotional probation).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Training and experience which would demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities to manage and direct a technical enforcement program; knowledge of chemical and engineering principles; petroleum and chemical processing, electronic and mechanical operations of air monitoring equipment and commercial and industrial plants; technical methods and applications involved in the testing and analysis of sources of air contaminants; familiarity with local, state, and federal laws relating to air pollution matters.

Ability to manage, schedule, coordinate, and evaluate the work of personnel through subordinate supervisors; provide innovative solutions to technical problems, such as the applications or enforceability of rules and regulations; develop policies and procedures; communicate effectively with all levels of management both orally and in writing; represent South Coast AQMD at public meetings and hearings; resolve sensitive problems involving the public and private agency representatives.

Evidence of the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be demonstrated in part, by graduation from an accredited college or university, with a major in chemistry, engineering, mathematics, physics or a related field, and two years of experience in supervising professional and technical staff involved in environmental or air pollution analysis, or two years of experience equivalent to the Supervising Air Quality Inspector class or above.

A master's degree in engineering, chemistry or a related field may substitute for some managerial, administrative or direct supervisory experience.

LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Class "C" Driver's License.

MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEE BENEFIT OVERVIEW

BENEFIT

DESCRIPTION

Monthly Benefit Allotment

$2,622.00 to purchase medical, dental, and life insurance, with unused portion paid to you as cash. Your insurance coverage becomes effective on the first of the month following completion of 30 days of continuous service. Dependent children may be covered to age 26 on medical, dental and vision plans.

Medical Health Plans

Blue Shield PPO

Blue Shield PPO Savings Plus 2250 (High Deductible Plan)

Blue Shield HMO

Kaiser HMO

Kaiser HSA HMO 1500 (High Deductible Plan)

Dental Plans

Delta Dental PPO (without orthodontic benefits)

Delta Dental PPO (with orthodontic benefits for children only)

DeltaCare (PMI) Dental

Vision Plan

EyeMed – Optional

Life Insurance

$5,000 Term Life Insurance

(Optional additional life insurance, paid by you, at 1X, 2X, or 3X your salary)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Claremont EAP, powered by Uprise Health. EAP benefits are available to all employees and their families at no cost. EAP offers confidential advice, support and practical solutions to real-life issues. Services include: confidential therapy, 24-hour crisis help and online peer support groups.

Term Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment

$50,000 coverage paid by South Coast AQMD

(Additional optional coverage paid by you)

Long-Term Disability Coverage

Paid by South Coast AQMD

Employee-Paid Long-Term Care Plan

Optional

Section 125

Optional Plans (Medical Reimbursement; Dependent Care)

Work Schedule

Four 10-hour days, Tuesday through Friday

Vacation

80 hours per year, increasing to 120 in years two through five

Holidays

13 paid holidays per year

Sick Leave

100 hours per year

Other Leaves

Bereavement; Jury Duty; Military; Witness

Professional Licenses & Memberships

Reimbursed up to $300 per year; $478 for attorney bar dues

Wellness Reimbursement Program

Reimbursed up to $300 per year towards the cost of wellness initiatives

Salary Continuation Plan

Eligible after one year of service

Tuition Reimbursement

Reimbursed up to $5,000 per year

Deferred Compensation (457 Plan)

South Coast AQMD matches, dollar for dollar, 100% of your regular contribution, up to $8,800. South Coast AQMD matching contribution will be paid to your 401(a) plan.

Retirement

2.5% @ 67 defined benefit plan – Applies to employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 who, at time of hire, were not members of the San Bernardino County Employees' Retirement Association (SBCERA) or another public employee retirement system through which reciprocity may be established.

2.0% @ 55 defined benefit plan – Applies to employees who, prior to January 1, 2013, were active members of SBCERA or another public employee retirement system through which reciprocity may be established.

Employees pay only the Medicare portion of Social Security.

01/01/2026