Air Awareness Coordinator (Bilingual Spanish Preferred)

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Please apply by:  6/23/26

Salary Range: $52,000 - $65,000 (Grant Funded position)
This is an exempt (salaried) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.  Note: The Air Awareness Coordinator position is funded through a grant from the North Carolina Division of Air Quality and the continuation of the position is subject to grant renewal.

At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too.  Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

Working at Mecklenburg County for LUESA, (Land Use and Environmental Service Agency) you will help to provide key services that will contribute to an exceptional quality of life for Mecklenburg County residents. LUESA’s responsibilities range from enforcing building and zoning codes to managing water and air resources for future generations.

Working with LUESA provides an opportunity to partner with some of the most creative minds and inspiring leaders. If you are interested in working for a collaborative team that is driven by success and innovation you have found the right organization. We welcome talented, high-energy, fun team members to partner with our community to enhance our quality of life through environmental stewardship and economic vitality.

MORE ABOUT THE ROLE:
If you are energized by high-interaction activities like staffing events and public speaking, submit your resume for the role of Charlotte-area Air Awareness Coordinator.  This position works within Mecklenburg County’s air quality division and performs education and outreach on behalf of the North Carolina Division of Air Quality.  This position has the following duties:

• Develop and implement community-wide programs that reduce air pollution.
  

• Engage the community members on air quality issues through presentations, school visits, and participation in community events, many of which are scheduled during lunch hours, evenings and weekends.
  

• Build relationships with a network of regional partners (both public and private) who have a common interest in air quality awareness and assist them with implementing pollution reduction strategies.
  

• Design effective communication materials including graphics, reports, promotional materials, and webpages.
  

• Respond to air quality-related inquiries from Mecklenburg County residents.
  

The Air Awareness Coordinator must be able to communicate complicated scientific information in a straightforward, easy-to-understand way.  The Air Awareness Coordinator works at community events, which regularly requires early-morning, evening, or weekend work. The ideal candidate has strong time management and organizational skills and has experience building successful partnerships.  

A bachelor’s degree in the natural sciences with coursework in communication, marketing, or education is ideal for this position.  Preference may be given to candidates who can speak or write in Spanish, or both. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is required. 

Position Summary
Performs technical and investigative work involving enforcement of various codes and regulations to
protect public health, safety, and the environment. This position, under minimal supervision, may also
perform site inspections, collects and analyzes samples and data, and responds to citizen complaints.

Essential Functions
Review field inspection reports and assign and monitor follow-up corrective and enforcement
actions and plans
Investigate complaints concerning suspected violations of environmental laws, rules and
regulations
Coordinate and participate in enforcement actions with external agencies
Draft, prepare, and review reports, correspondence and other documents concerning complaints
and enforcement activities
Consult with management, other governmental agencies and industry representatives on
environmental matters<