Mission
To provide and maintain an inclusive workplace culture and celebrate diversity so that all ideas, collaborations, and perspectives flourish to better connect with our environment and the community we serve.
Demographics
(Information is Based on 2022 Census)
APCD Employee Gender
55% Male
45% Female
APCD Employee Ethnicity
74% White
22% Hispanic
2% Asian
2% Other – Multiracial
Santa Barbara County Ethnicity
41% White
47% Hispanic
6% Asian
6% Other – Multiracial
Meet the IDEAA Committee Team
AIR DISTRICT OUTREACH
The APCD has expanded our Spanish translation services, providing important health and air quality communication to underserved communities of Santa Barbara County.
COMMITMENT AND VALUES
The APCD is committed to fostering a diverse workforce to create an inclusive workplace that recognizes and values all backgrounds, voices, roles, ideas and contributions. We will continue to build upon our commitment while promoting respect and unity within our agency and across the community we serve.
Past Presentations
2022 Board of Directors Presentation – Introduction to the District’s IDEAA Committee and DE&I Program
Equal Employment Opportunities
The APCD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, medical condition, physical or mental disability. At the District, we are committed to diversity and equal opportunity during our recruitment, hiring and promotions practices.