The Executive Office has overall responsibility for policy development, administration, enforcement, permit, technical, planning and public information functions and activities of the District. The Executive Office's overall mission is to support the goals of the Air District.

The Air District uses a progressive approach to regulating air pollution. By adopting reasonable air quality plans and then following through with sensible regulations (sensitive to socioeconomic impacts), flexible permitting, helpful compliance assistance, and proactive enforcement, the District has one of the most responsive air programs in the nation.