Environmental Programs Specialist

Job Posting Title

Environmental Programs Specialist

Agency

292 DEPT. OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Supervisory Organization

Environmental Quality–Air Quality

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note:

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

Hiring Rates:
Level I - $52,332.80
Level II - $56,180.80

Job Description

All applicants must upload a resume, transcript, and references to be considered for this position.

The Air Monitoring Sections collect air pollution data from a network of over 30 monitoring sites in Oklahoma. These sites capture detailed pollution information, including air toxics data, using electronic monitoring equipment. These data are submitted to the national EPA Air Quality System (AQS) database and are used to compare to the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), to determine whether these standards are attained.

This position will be responsible for operation and maintenance of assigned ambient air monitoring sites and equipment and reports to the Environmental Programs Manager of the Monitoring West Section in the Air Quality Division. Additional responsibilities include extensive data analysis, routine data reporting, drafting of technical Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and providing technical assistance.

• Work cooperatively with other section members to perform operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and minor repair of ambient monitoring sites and equipment.
• Become knowledgeable of federal and state laws, rules, and guidance relevant to the DEQ’s air monitoring program. Successfully complete classroom, self-instruction, and on-the-job training related to air pollution monitoring.
• Use word processing programs, databases, spreadsheets, and other applicable computer software programs to prepare documents, reports and analyze air quality data.
• Respond to inquiries from internal and external customers concerning air quality data in a professional, timely and accurate manner.
• Prepare standard operating procedures for the operation of numerous types of sampling and weather-related equipment.
• Research air monitoring studies and provide written and verbal summaries of findings in a timely manner.

• Applicant must have a valid driver’s license and will be required to travel within the state of Oklahoma typically 2-4 days per week without overnight stay; occasional out of state overnight stays may be necessary to attend a workshop or conference or for training.

Level I - bachelor's degree with at least 24 semester hours in a physical, natural, or biological science, chemistry, geology, hydrology, physical geography, epidemiology, environmental science, environmental health or civil, agricultural, environmental, geological or chemical engineering.

Level II - same as those identified in Level I plus one year of professional experience in one of the areas listed; or a master’s degree in a qualifying area.

To be considered for this position, applicants must be within 60 days of obtaining their degree.

• Air quality, chemistry, and meteorology classes.

• Applicant must be able to operate a personal computer several hours a day.
• Applicant must be able to walk occasionally over a variety of terrain such as loose gravel, slopes, and open pasture in order to conduct field work.
• Applicant must be able to lift and/or carry equipment or supplies up to 50 pounds.
• Applicant must be able to operate a motor vehicle for several hours a day.
• Applicant must be able to climb ladders or stairs to access roof tops of small portable buildings, shipping containers or 2-3 story buildings with a limited…