AIR QUALITY SPECIALIST (Air Quality Specialist II) - Range 14 / AMEA

Salary: $31.48 - $46.69 Hourly
Location : 825 L Street, Anchorage, AK
Job Type: Regular
Job Number:
Department: Anchorage Health Department
Division: Environmental Health Serv
Opening Date: 11/09/2026
Closing Date: 12/3/2026 11:59 PM Alaska

Job Information
Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.
This position is represented by the Anchorage Municipal Employee Association (AMEA) and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the AMEA.

DEPARTMENT:Anchorage Health Department
HOURS OF WORK: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
LOCATION OF WORK: 825 L Street
Employees who are hired or rehired to any position shall be placed at the entrance pay step, and advancement from the entrance step to the maximum step within a pay grade shall be by successive steps.

Example of Duties

Conduct routine air quality monitoring and analysis. Compute and report daily Air Quality Index to the public. Respond to and investigates complaints of air quality, odor, smoke, smoking in public places, marijuana retail establishments, mold, pesticide applications, noise, nuisance complaints and other health matters. Enforce municipal code. Respond to inquiries and questions from the public. Prepare reports and makes public presentations on air quality data and activities. Advise and assist department director when air quality advisories should be declared to protect public health. Provide technical assistance and public health education to permit holders, and the public. Administer grants related to air quality including drafting agreements, monitoring budgets, compliance and reporting. Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, or a related discipline and two (2) years of air sampling, testing, analysis, and/or air quality reporting experience.

All applicants must possess and/or complete:

• Valid State of Alaska Driver's License with satisfactory driving record at time of hire.
• Municipality of Anchorage Certification as a Designated Peace Officer within six (6) months of hire.
• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Method 9 Visual Emissions Certification within six (6) months of hire.
• Satisfactory background check which includes criminal, education, and employment history.

Preferences:

• Certified Pool Operator License within 6 months of hire

Additional Important Information

Preference will be given to Anchorage Municipal Employees Association (AMEA) employees. AMEA employees who are successful in the screening process will be forwarded to the department for consideration prior to any non-AMEA applicants.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the applicant's Alaska Driver's License and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states if the Alaskan driver's license was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant. For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of a Municipality of Anchorage Certification as a Designated Peace Officer within six (6) months of hire and an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Method 9 Opacity Certification witihin six (6) months of hire. If the individual selected for this position fails to obtain these certifications he/she will be terminated.

If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted Background Check. A Background Check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.

All required certifications and licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.
Military Service Interview Preference:
Veterans or who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual's command organization and show the name, signature, title and contact information for the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

The Municipality of Anchorage is an employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.

Application Process: Once an applicant clicks on the "Apply" link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to the website to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile. Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal account. Note: The GovernmentJobs website and applicant's profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage. For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-855-524-5627.

For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Human Resources Department at (907) 343-4442 during regular business hours of Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Alaska Standard Time.
The Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees that may include:

Health / Medical Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Audio
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts - Health and Dependent Care
• Health Savings Accounts

Retirement:

• State of Alaska Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Program
• 401(k) and 457 Savings Plans

Employer Paid Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Leave Plan
• 13 Paid Holidays

For an overview of our medical benefit package go to
01

In order to be considered, applicants must provide accurate and complete education and work history information in its entirety. The referenced information listed on the online application will be used to determine the applicant's qualifications toward meeting the minimum requirements for the position (e.g., if you list that you have 6 years of experience in a certain field, that experience must be easily identifiable on the 'Work Experience' section of your application).
Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume" or any similar comment on any portion of your application may lead to you being disqualified for the position.

If the experience you reference in the below questions is not clearly included and described in your Work History section, your application will be considered not qualified for this position and you may be removed from consideration.

Do you understand, in order to be considered for this position, accurate and complete education and work history information must be provided?

• Yes
• No

02

Are you a current employee affiliated with the Anchorage Municipal Employees Association (AMEA)?

• Yes
• No

03

Which of the following best describes your level of education?

• Less than Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, or a related discipline
• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, or a related discipline

04

How many years of air sampling, testing analysis, and/or air quality reporting experience do you possess?

• Less than 2 years
• 2 years or more

05

Do you possess a valid State of Alaska Driver's License or do you have the ability to obtain one by the time of hire?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you currently possess a Municipality of Anchorage Certification as a Designated Peace Officer, or do you have the ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you currently possess an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Method 9 Opacity Certification, or do you have the ability to obtain within six (6) Months of hire?

• Yes
• No

Required Question