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Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)
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Important Guidelines: Applicant resumes must demonstrate how they meet the MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS listed in the job announcement.
Selection Process: Resumes will be screened based on the criteria outlined in this announcement. A select number of candidates who have demonstrated that they meet the MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS of the position and have the most relevant qualifications may be given the opportunity to be interviewed.
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Position:
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is hiring an Air Quality Compliance Officer for the Boise Regional Office.
Salary Range: $32.00 - $34.50
Responsibilities:
· Perform air quality compliance activities for major Tier 1 permitted facilities and minor sources:
- Complete on-site inspections.
- Review required reporting and other records.
- Determine compliance with rules and permit conditions.
- Complete reports.
- Prepare documentation for enforcement actions when necessary.
- Participate in the enforcement negotiation process.
- Provide technical assistance to enhance source compliance efforts.
- Conduct permit hand-offs for new or modified permits.
- Participate in developing and enhancing statewide air quality compliance program elements.
· Investigate complaints regarding air quality issues:
- Evaluate compliance and recommend solutions to air quality problems.
- Initiate field enforcement action when appropriate and/or develop enforcement referral documentation.
· Help regional program priorities when needed.
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.
Desired Qualifications
DEQ 5647 DEQ - Environmental Rules and Regulations
Knowledge of environmental rules and regulations gained through successful completion of at least one (1) college level course covering topics related to interpretation and application of federal and/or state environmental rules; OR at least six (6) months experience involving interpretation and application of federal and/or state environmental rules.
DEQ 3002 Environmental Education
Approximately six (6) months of full-time work experience in environmental education with responsibility for preparing public education materials and conducting public outreach (examples would include information meetings or workshops, brochures, fact sheets) for an environmental program; OR Successful completion of college coursework and approximately twenty (20) hours of training involving public education techniques.
DEQ 3113 DEQ - Air Inspections
Good knowledge of scientific principles and industrial processes that has been gained through possession of a college degree in the physical sciences, such as physics, chemistry, meteorology environmental science, engineering, or a closely related field; AND at least one (1) year full-time work experience: • conducting industrial/commercial air quality source inspections or audits, including determining source compliance with permits, and air quality rules and statutes, and investigating citizen complaints as a major function of my job; OR, • developing air quality permits for industrial sources at a governmental regulatory agency; OR, • preparing air quality permit applications at a consulting firm. OR Possession of an unrelated degree; OR a combination of education and experience equivalent to a four-year undergraduate degree as described below; AND at least four (4) years of full-time 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 (with or without reasonable accommodations
• Ability to sit and work on a computer for 2-4 hours at a time.
• Some periods of heavy reading and typing are required.
• Some travel may be required.
• Must have a valid Driver’s license.
• Ability to climb ladders, staircases, work on uneven terrain.
• Ability to work in adverse or inclement weather.
• Ability to work in extreme hot or cold temperatures both outside and inside.
• Must be able to wear a respirator.
• Ability to work on elevated instrument platforms, ladders, etc.
• Occasional travel required.
• May work in the vicinity of loud noise.
• May come into contact with hazardous waste/materials.
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://statecareers.idaho.gov/pages/benefits
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 [email protected].
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.
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: [email protected]
Phone: (208) 373-0333
