Plans, coordinates, and directs the pollution control and ecology operations, establishes operational priorities, coordinates operations with other functions within the agency, and ensures that program objectives and air quality standards are established. Directs and coordinates the implementation of Pollution Control and Ecology programs by developing short and long-range plans to facilitate the attainment of program goals, to ensure compliance with state regulations and the Clean Air Act, and to bring about the attainment of the National Air Quality Standards. Provides direction to managers within the section by interviewing and recommending for hire, providing assistance to staff in resolving work problems, approving personnel actions, evaluating the performance of incumbents, and ensuring objective performance appraisals. Develops and recommends staff material and equipment needs for the pollution control and ecology air operations managed to contribute to the formulation and justification of budgetary requests; secures and administers federal grants to support division programs. Develops, evaluates, and interprets new and revised rules, policies, and procedures to assess the impact of the proposals on the administrative or program systems and ensures each proposal responds to program needs and is consistent with state and federal laws. Consults with and advises support staff to exchange information on and/or explain administrative and program objectives, policies, procedures, and standards to identify the impact of work problems and formulate possible solutions. Makes presentations, conducts public meetings, and testifies in court. Performs other duties as assigned.