Air Quality & Pesticides Program Coordinator

• Implement the tribe's air quality monitoring and pesticides program.
• Manage the operation of all air quality monitors on tribal lands.
• Complete monitor inspection, maintenance, and calibration according to the program's Standard Operation Procedures.
• Complete data management and validation requirements as detailed in the program's Quality Assurance Project Plan.
• Coordinate dissemination of results to the Tribal Council and the community.
• Research and be aware of local and regional air quality issues.
• Update the tribe's emissions inventory report as recommended by the Environmental Protection Agency.
• Provide indoor and outdoor air quality education and outreach to the tribal community.
• Communicate with EPA regional personnel on air quality issues and resources for program development.
• Respond to community concerns and inquiries on air quality.
• Monitor agricultural activity and pesticide applications on tribal lands.
• Ensure that all pesticide use on the Cocopah Reservation complies with applicable tribal ordinances and federal regulations.
• Complete pesticide inspection reporting.
• Prepare and submit quarterly grant reporting to the EPA.
• Assist in developing funding applications to support the tribal air quality and pesticide programs.
• Submit a monthly report to the EPO Director.
• Attend in-person and virtual trainings for skill development.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the Clean Air Act (CAA), including the major goals, programs, and requirements of the CAA.
• General knowledge of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act.
• Must have working knowledge of computers and programs (Windows, Microsoft Office programs, Zoom).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Desire to understand the Cocopah environment.
• Willing to work both in the office and the field under all weather conditions.
• Ability to help develop written reports, assessments, and documents.
• Bilingual preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Testing may be required.
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must be able to pass DPS/FBI Fingerprint background check.

Education and/or Experience

• An associate's degree in environmental science or a related physical science is preferred. Completion of trade school, professional or technical certification, or specialized training.
• 2 years of work experience in the related field

This is a full-time, grant-funded position (40 hours per week). Under the guidance of the EPO Director, the Air Quality & Pesticides Program Coordinator will oversee air quality monitoring and pesticides compliance monitoring on Cocopah tribal lands.