MANAGER - AIR QUALITY PRACTICES

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MANAGER - AIR QUALITY PRACTICES

Description

DESCRIPTION

THE PORT OF LONG BEACH IS SEEKING A MANAGER OF AIR QUALITY PRACTICES

(This is an at-will position)

Salary Range: $ 171,702 - $ 210,081

ABOUT US

The Port of Long Beach, one of the world's busiest seaports, is an international gateway for the reliable, efficient, and sustainable movement of goods and is a leader in environmental stewardship. Credited with moving approximately $200 billion in trade, the Port serves as a critical hub for international commerce and is a major transportation center. East Asian trade accounts for the bulk of Long Beach shipments. Port-related international trade has a wide-ranging economic impact, supporting millions of jobs that benefit the region and the entire country.

The Environmental Planning Division is a dynamic entity entrusted with the creation and management of programs focused on environmental planning, compliance, and enhancement. Aligned with our esteemed Green Port Policy, the Division is fervently committed to reducing harmful air emissions, improving water quality in the harbor, safeguarding marine wildlife, and championing environmentally sustainable practices throughout the Port. Our work is structured across five specialized sections: Air Quality, Water Quality, Remediation, Sustainability, and CEQA/NEPA.

THE ROLE

Under general supervision, and reporting to the Assistant Director of Environmental Planning, the Manager of Air Quality Practices is responsible for managing work on complex tasks related to air quality policy development, long-term air quality and community impact mitigation planning, monitoring and implementation of the Clean Air Action Plan and zero-emission initiatives, obtaining and overseeing the implementation of grants, and ensuring compliance with the Clean Air Act and/or applicable federal, state and local environmental regulations at Port and tenant facilities.

CANDIDATE CONNECT (INFORMATION SESSION)

To learn more about this exciting career opportunity and the Port of Long Beach, please join our virtual inf ormation session on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at 5:00 pm PST via MS Teams. This is a unique opportunity to hear first-hand about the position, speak directly with hiring leaders, ask questions, and learn why the Port of Long Beach is your employer of choice! Candidates are not required to be on camera. To join audio only, call +1 323-451-1087, Phone Conference ID: 169 089 117# Click here to join the meeting .

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

HOW YOU GET TO CONTRIBUTE:

• Manage development and implementation of Port environmental policies and programs related to air quality, health risks to the local community, and greenhouse gases.
• Oversee the preparation of applications to grant funding agencies and administration of grant funds for port-related air emission reduction projects.
• Manage staff in performing daily responsibilities; interview and recommend employees for hire; train, coach, and mentor staff; evaluate employee performance, prepare annual performance reviews and provide coaching for performance improvement; take appropriate disciplinary action.
• Oversee and administer the implementation of the Port's air quality and health risk reduction programs, consistent with the Clean Air Action Plan (CAAP), and collaborate with Port of Los Angeles counterparts.
• Provide management-level oversight of air quality measurement programs, including the Annual Emissions Inventory and Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Program.
• Oversee coordination with regulatory agencies such as the Environmental Protection Agency, California Air Resources Board, and South Coast Air Quality Management District.
• Make presentations to the Board of Harbor Commissioners on air quality and greenhouse gas, program or project updates, and recommended actions.
• Develop mitigation measures to avoid or minimize impacts to air quality, greenhouse gases, and community health risks.
• Represent the Port and perform manager-level coordination and negotiation with local, state, and federal environmental agencies, environmental organizations, and other stakeholders.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Marine Biology, Geology, Geography, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field is required. Experience offering specific and substantial preparation for the position’s duties may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
• Five or more years of recent progressively responsible professional-level work experience in air quality compliance with two years of team leadership.
• Must have previous experience managing projects and budgets.
• Willingness to work an irregular schedule, including nights and weekends.
• Ability to travel to work-related events, including off-site meetings and conferences.

TECHNICAL SKILLS NEEDED:

• Requires knowledge of the Clean Air Act, State mobile source regulations, and other regulations related to environmental compliance.

• This role requires knowledge of theory, principles, standards, practices, and information sources for natural resources and environmental science to comprehend and interpret environmental data and reports and summarize complex technical issues verbally and non-verbally to a non-technical audience.

• You must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with various employees, vendor representatives, officials, and Port management.
• Requires knowledge of local, state, and federal grant management and procurement.

DESIRABLE:

• Port, City, public agency, or coastal environment experience is desirable.
• Knowledge of maritime, construction, government, and engineering terminology a plus.
• Experience contracting with and managing consultants is preferred.
• Experience working for or with regulatory agencies, environmental organizations, or industry.
• You will need strong negotiation skills, political savvy, excellent client/customer relation skills, and exceptional public speaking/presentation skills to thrive.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

If you require accommodation because of a disability in order to participate in any phase of the application/selection process, please contact (562) 283-7500 or email Careers@polb.com .

The Port of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the Port of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act or https://www.longbeach.gov/hr/about-us/talent-acquisition/the-fair-chance-act/ .

The final filing date for this recruitment is Friday, February 7, 2025 @ 11:59 pm PST .

To be considered for this opportunity, please submit a cover letter and resume with your application in PDF format. Incomplete applications (without a cover letter and resume) will not be considered. Individuals who are most qualified for the position will be invited to participate in the selection process, which may include a work-related video interview assessment to further evaluate candidate qualifications. The first round will be virtual, and second-round in-person panel interviews are tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, February 12, 2025, and Tuesday, February 18, 2025 . Candidates should ensure availability on both dates. The successful candidate will be appointed shortly thereafter. References will be completed for finalist candidates; an employment offer is contingent on successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

The Port reserves the right to extend the closing date without notice in order to accept additional applications. Those individuals determined to be most qualified for the position will be invited to participate in the selection process.

THE BENEFITS:

The Port of Long Beach has established an annual salary range of $171,702 - $210,081 (placement depends on qualifications). An attractive package of executive-level benefits is included with the opportunity to work in one of the most diverse and dynamic areas of the United States:

• Auto Allowance - $550.00 per month
• Executive Leave - 40 hours per year.
• Retirement - CalPERS 2% @ 62, coordinated with social security. Current member contribution is 8.00% for CalPERS, and 6.2% for social security, paid by the employee.
• Pay for Performance - Pay for Performance is awarded based on employee performance as demonstrated through achievement of individual goals, demonstration of required competencies, and available budget funds.
• Deferred Compensation - The City matches a percentage of base salary for qualified members contributing to the 457(b) plan.
• Group Health Insurance - Medical and dental options (HMO and PPO). Free vision coverage.
• Life Insurance - City-paid life insurance policy of $20,000 plus executive insurance benefit equal to three times annual salary up to a maximum of $500,000.
• Disability Insurance - City-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Vacation - Vacation is accrued at the equivalent of two weeks on an annual basis. Vacation can be used after six months of service. An employee’s vacation accrual may be adjusted upon hire to provide credit for previous full-time employment at a public service agency. Credit for public service shall only be given for completed years of service as a full-time permanent employee. Public Service credit shall not apply to any other benefits.
• Sick Leave - Accrued at 8 hours per month. Accruals may be converted upon retirement to cash credit toward health and /or dental insurance premiums or retirement service credits.
• Paid Parental Leave - After six (6) months of City employment, the City pays up to 30 consecutive days (160 hours) for eligible employees to take paid time to bond with the child upon birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of 17.
• Holidays - 11 scheduled holidays per calendar year and four (4) personal holidays.
• Education Reimbursement - Tuition reimbursement allows employees to obtain additional education or training.
• Annual Physical - Eligible to receive an annual physical examination at the city's expense through the city-provided program.
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness - As the Harbor Department of the City of Long Beach, a governmental agency, the Port of Long Beach is a qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• 529 college savings plan - The ScholarShare529 plan is an account that allows employees to invest specifically for future education expenses through the Long Beach City Employees Federal Credit Union. Funds can be used from your 529 savings plan to send your grandkids, kids, or even yourself to any accredited public or private U.S. college or university or two-year technical or vocational institution.

The Port of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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Employee Benefits

The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally. As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:

• Retirement: California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) defined benefit retirement plan, which is coordinated with Social Security. The benefit is 2.5% @55 for "Classic" members and 2%@62 for new members as defined by PEPRA. Subject to employee contribution. Both the City and the employee contributes toward CalPERS retirement contributions. The city also participates in Social Security.
• Health and Dental Insurance: The City offers the choice of HMO and PPO plans. The city pays major portion of the premium for employee and dependents depending on the health/ dental plan selected.
• Life Insurance: City-paid term life insurance policy equal to three (3) times annual salary to a maximum of $500,000.
• Disability Insurance: City-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Management Physical: Annual City-paid physical examination.
• Vacation: Twelve (12) vacation days after the first year of service; 15 days after four years, six months of service; 20 days after 19 years, six months of service.
• Executive Leave: Forty (40) hours Executive Leave per year. The City Manager has discretion to grant an additional 40 hours each year.
• Sick Leave: One day earned per month; unlimited accumulation; conversion upon retirement to cash credit toward health and/or dental insurance premiums, or to pension credits.
• Holidays: Eleven (11) designated holidays per year, plus four personal holidays to be used at the employee's discretion.
• Transportation Allowance: Monthly allowance is allocated by classifications below;
  • Department Head $650.00
  • Deputy Director/Manager $550.00
  • Chief of Staff / Administrator / Principal DCA: $450.00
  • Executive Support Staff: $300.00
• Deferred Compensation Plan: Optional for employee contribution to a supplementary retirement savings program available through Mission Square Retirement formerly ICMA-RC Retirement Corporation). City contributes 1% of employee's base pay to the employee's 401(a) plan; effective September 30, 2022, the City will contribute 2% of employee's base pay to the employee's 401(a) account. Employees may opt to contribute up to the IRS annual limits as well.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Optional election for employees to reduce taxable income for payment of allowable childcare or medical expenses.
• Flexible/Hybrid Work Schedule: Available (subject to City Manager approval).
• Paid Parental Leave: After six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).

Management positions - Refer to the Job Posting brochure included in the job posting.

Closing Date/Time: 2/7/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$171,702.00 - $210,081.00 Annually