Director of Meteorology & Measurement

Bay Area Air District•San Francisco, CA

6d•Onsite

About The 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! About the Air District The Bay Area Air 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 recognizes and values the contributions of every employee and works to sustain an environment where everyone is respected. We incorporate the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion within our decision-making strategies, policies, procedures, regulations, funding initiatives, public outreach, planning, and hiring. The Air District is currently accepting applications for the position of Director in the Meteorology & Measurement (M&M). This position reports to the Deputy Executive Officer of Science. This is an open recruitment for one (1) full-time, exempt, management position. About the Position We are seeking experienced candidates with strong leadership skills and a deep commitment to contributing to the Air District’s core functions. The Director of M&M will oversee a division of about 60 positions across six specialized groups: Air Monitoring Operations; Air Monitoring Projects & Technology; Meteorology & Quality Assurance; Ambient Air Quality Analysis; Laboratory Services; and Monitoring Data Systems. The Director of M&M provides strategic leadership for the Air District’s air monitoring, data analysis, and technology modernization efforts. The position oversees a regional network of about 30 air monitoring stations, supports community-based air quality initiatives, special monitoring projects, and incident response activities, and advances the development and deployment of innovative monitoring technologies. Through these efforts, the Director ensures the delivery of high-quality, accessible air quality data that supports the Air District’s Strategic Plan, AB 617 community emission reduction programs, air quality forecasting, wildfire smoke advisories, and other public health and regulatory objectives. Specifically, the Director of M&M is responsible for the planning, implementation, and oversight of major air monitoring programs, including the criteria pollutant air monitoring network, Photochemical Assessment Monitoring Stations (PAMS), PM2.5 Speciation, air monitoring in AB617 communities, fenceline and community air monitoring at or near refineries. The position leads program coordination, budgeting, and resource management; directs special monitoring investigations and incident response operations; and represents the Air District before community groups, partner agencies, elected officials, and other stakeholders. A key responsibility of this position is fostering collaboration, alignment, and shared purpose across the division’s six specialized groups while supporting their unique technical functions and areas of expertise. The Director fosters a collaborative, innovative, and high-performing work environment by providing strong leadership, supporting professional development, recruiting and retaining qualified staff, and promoting a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. The Director of M&M operates within a broad policy framework and assumes sole responsibility for a functional area(s) of service. The incumbent coordinates and implements program planning and defines organizational structure, staffing requirements, resource allocation, and identification of future resource needs. The incumbent also provides subject matter expertise and interfaces with all managerial levels within the agency and outside agencies, and serves as a representative of the division in meetings involving policies, procedures, operations, and administrative systems.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, chemistry, physics, environmental science or a closely related field, and six years of relevant professional-level work experience, including three years of management experience, preferably in a public agency.
Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the necessary qualifications to successfully perform the duties of the position will be considered.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience leading, managing, and developing a large and diverse staff to achieve organizational goals and mission objectives.
Demonstrated success fostering collaboration across multiple teams and disciplines to build a cohesive, high-performing division.
Proven ability to cultivate a culture of accountability, innovation, integrity, and safety.
Experience mentoring staff, developing future leaders, and implementing succession planning and professional development programs.
Demonstrated ability to cultivate and strengthen productive relationships and networks both within and outside the organization.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively present technical and policy information to the public, elected officials, senior management, and governing boards.
Ability to work effectively with community members, elected officials, governmental agencies, industry representatives, and other stakeholders.
In-depth experience developing, implementing, and overseeing federal, state, and/or local air monitoring programs and requirements.
Ability to develop and implement air monitoring and other technical programs.
Knowledge of regulatory, community, fenceline, and incident response air monitoring activities and their relationship to broader agency programs and priorities.
Experience advancing innovation and continuous improvement in air monitoring technologies, methods, and data systems while maintaining scientific rigor and integrity.

Responsibilities

Directs, plans, monitors, and evaluates the goals, operations, policies, procedures, and work standards of a division.
Plans, organizes, administers, reviews, and evaluates the activities of assigned staff.
Coaches assigned staff for career development and performance improvement.
Selects personnel and provides for their training and professional development.
Provides technical and managerial direction to Air District staff and others.
Directs the allocation of resources to achieve timely outcomes and measurable goals within budget.
Adjusts plans and programs to meet emerging or new programs, while continuing to address major agency priorities.
Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness and efficiency of the division's operations, organizational structure, staffing levels, systems, and other internal policies and procedures.
Recommends alternative approaches and implements changes.
Represents the Air District at meetings with the public, industry, and other agencies.
Serves as the liaison for the agency.
Plans, develops, implements, or directs major or complex projects or programs.
Directs the research of complex and highly technical issues, analyzes alternative solutions or approaches, and recommends most effective course of action.
Directs and oversees the preparation and administration of the division's budget.
Develops and presents technical, policy, operational, or administrative issues and recommendations to the Air District Board and executive management.
Reviews and analyzes division and agency reports.
Directs the preparation of monthly and annual reports.
Directs the gathering and analysis of information and evaluates processes.
Assists in the identification, development, and implementation of agency goals, objectives, policies, and priorities.
Performs other related duties as assigned.