Description

State of Idaho Opportunity

Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)

Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

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This position may be eligible for a moving/relocation reimbursement. Moving bonus criteria must be met in accordance with the State of Idaho Moving Policy.

Position:

The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is hiring an Air Quality Monitoring Analyst – Analyst 3 for the Pocatello Regional Office.

Salary Range: $28.49-32.50

Responsibilities:

• Install, operate, and maintain the regional air monitoring network; equipment includes real-time and filter-based particulate monitors, gas analyzers (sulfur dioxide and ozone), and a meteorological station.
• Operate and maintain other special purpose monitors.
• Assist with other air quality monitors within the network.
• Ensure all monitoring and ancillary equipment is properly functioning and collecting valid air quality data.
• Conduct and schedule recommended maintenance and quality assurance auditing events for the sites.
• Perform periodic maintenance and repairs to equipment; obtain necessary tools and parts to complete tasks.
• Maintain the monitoring sites (shoveling, mowing, and general maintenance).
• Respond to equipment updates and outages in a reasonable and timely manner.
• Coordinate with Stationary Source staff when elevated concentrations of sulfur dioxide on the DEQ monitors indicate upset conditions at the facility.
• Evaluate regional ambient monitoring instrumentation performance.
• Maintain all required maintenance, calibration, and recordkeeping logs associated air monitoring standard operating procedures.
• Assist with routine data edits and quality assurance/quality control efforts.
• Assist in outreach events in nonattainment areas.
• Support the airshed management and state implementation activities within the region.
• Assist in outreach events and/or media contacts.

Minimum Qualifications:

Possession of a bachelor's degree in the physical or biological sciences, political science, business or public administration, engineering, or related natural resources management field OR any combination of education and/or experience equivalent to a typical four (4) year bachelor's degree. For example: Successful completion of sixty (60) semester hours of study, including twenty four (24) semester hours in a subject required for the specific discipline, is equivalent to two (2) years of undergraduate education; and/or experience performing routine duties in completing multiple tasks such as policy research, data collection, interpretation, analysis and preparation of reports and written documents for at least two (2) years can substitute for one (1) year of college.
AND
At least four (4) years' experience managing and implementing, projects or component(s) of programs that are environmental, regulatory, or administrative in nature, where you were required to routinely perform program or project planning; provide technical assistance to staff, special interest groups and the public; and provide policy and/or regulatory interpretation and/or development.
OR
Possession of a master's degree in any of the above fields AND at least two (2) years' professional experience managing and implementing or overseeing projects or component(s) of programs that are environmental in nature, where you were required to routinely perform program or project planning; provide technical assistance to staff, special interest groups and the public; and provide policy and/or regulatory interpretation and/or development.

Required Specialty Minimum Qualification

DEQ 3111 – Air Monitoring

Requires good knowledge of the scientific principles of air quality monitoring, environmental monitoring, and/or laboratory analysis that has been gained through possession of a college degree in Meteorology, Physics, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Engineering, or closely related field; OR education and experience equivalent to an undergraduate degree as described below; AND at least one (1) year experience in one of the following areas: operating ambient air quality monitors, meteorological monitoring equipment, or other air quality testing equipment; evaluation of ambient air monitoring network objectives; operating, calibrating, and performing routine maintenance and minor repair of air quality equipment, ambient air quality monitoring equipment, or meteorological monitoring equipment; processing items such as filters for laboratory analysis; electronically maintaining scientific data files; implementing a quality assurance and quality control program as it applies to ambient air monitoring; plus maintaining an equipment inventory. Environmental laboratory experience can be substituted for experience above. OR Possession of an unrelated degree; AND successful completion of upper-level college coursework in Meteorology, Physics, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Environmental, Civil or Chemical Engineering, or closely related field supplemented; AND at least two (2) years experience as described above.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE EQUIVALENCY: Successful completion of sixty (60) semester hours of study, including twenty-four (24) credited hours in a subject required for the particular degree, is equivalent to two (2) years of undergraduate education; AND/OR each two (2) years of qualifying work experience as described on the announcement may be equivalent to one (1) year of undergraduate education. Note: Course work requirements are based on curriculum from an accredited college or university.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit and work on a computer for 2-4 hours at a time.
• Ability to bend and reach for filing purposes.
• Some periods of heavy reading and typing are required.
• Some travel may be required.
• Ability to climb ladders, staircases, work on uneven terrain.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds over rough terrain.
• Ability to work in adverse or inclement weather.
• Ability to work in extreme hot or cold temperatures both outside and inside.
• Ability to work on elevated instrument platforms, ladders, etc.
• Occasional travel required.

Other Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license

Benefits:

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

About Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ):

DEQ is a state department created by the Idaho Environmental Protection and Health Act to ensure clean air, water, and land in the state and protect Idaho citizens from the adverse health impacts of pollution. As a regulatory agency, DEQ enforces various state environmental regulations and administers a number of federal environmental protection laws including the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. The agency is committed to working in partnership with local communities, businesses, and citizens to identify and implement cost-effective environmental solutions.

The Department of Environmental Quality may conduct verification of the information provided in your application, including validation of driver's license status, education, employment, and criminal history. Omission and/or falsification of information provided in your application will result in your removal from consideration for employment, appointment, or promotion.

To protect human health and the quality of

Idaho's air, land, and water.

www.deq.idaho.gov

If you have questions, please contact us at:

Email: recruitment@deq.idaho.gov

Phone: (208) 373-0333