• Job Description

  Req#: 537637

  DEPT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY We are looking for results-oriented, driven individuals with a thirst for problem solving. At Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) our mission is to protect and enhance public health and the environment in Arizona. Through consistent, science-based environmental regulation; and clear, equitable engagement and communication; with integrity, respect and the highest standards of effectiveness and efficiency. Because Arizonans treasure the unique environment of our state and its essential role in sustaining well-being and economic vitality, today and for future generations. We are currently looking for employees who are committed to our Agency, passionate to excel in their career and engaged in our mission. Only this caliber of employee will be successful in driving our Agency towards accomplishing our mission.

  SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER - Permit Writer

  Job Location:

  AIR QUALITY DIVISION

  1110 W. Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85007

  Posting Details:

  Associate Environmental Engineer, Grade 28 - $ 90k - $95k

  Senior Environmental Engineer, Grade 29 - $105k - $115k

  Principal Environmental Engineer, Grade 30 - $130k - $135k
  

  Closing Date: OPEN until filled

  Job Summary:

  We have an immediate opening for an Environmental Engineer (Associate, Senior, Principal) within ADEQ’s Air Quality Division. The Senior Environmental Engineer will support the ADEQ’s Air Quality Permits Team. This role, will be responsible for drafting air quality permits which includes drafting conditions that are enforceable and assuring compliance with state and federal air pollution laws and regulations. This position will be required to review and process detailed technical reports received from the regulated community.

  This position is available for remote work on a full-time basis within Arizona (including virtual office arrangements).

  The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

  Job Duties:

  • Leads projects.
  • Seeks and/or identifies resources.
  • Reviews technical documents and ensures compliance with federal, state and local environmental regulations.
  • Reviews and evaluates complex permit applications and reports.
  • Drafts permits and technical support documents based on the review and evaluation of applicable environmental regulations.
  • Participates in site visits, data collection, inspections, and investigations regarding environmental topics.
  • Provides technical support and assistance to staff, the regulated community, and the public regarding environmental topics.
  • Assists in preparing environmental guidance documents.
  • Drives technical outreach and conducts presentations regarding environmental topics.
  • Mentors junior level staff, audits technical work and participates in hiring.
  

  Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

  KNOWLEDGE OF:
  
  ● State and federal environmental regulations pertaining to air quality.
  o Clean Air Act.
  o Arizona Administrative Code.
  ● Environmental and/or chemical engineering principles and practices.
  ● Chemical composition, structure and properties of substances and the chemical processes/transformations they undergo in the environment.
  ● Air pollution control technologies.
  
  SKILLS & ABILITIES IN:
  
  ● Interpreting and applying complex environmental regulations.
  ● Drafting complex permits and/or technical support documents.
  ● Air pollution control technologies including performance testing practices.
  ● Compiling complex technical presentations and presenting in front of non-technical audiences.
  ● Microsoft Suite and Google Suite.
  ● Attention to detail, quality assurance, and adherence to standard work.
  ● Communication, research, complex problem-solving, and facilitation skills.
  

  Selective Preference(s):

  ● Bachelor’s degree in Environmental or Chemical Engineering.
  ● Environmental Associate Engineer (G28): 8 or more years of engineering experience. Master’s degree may substitute for two years of experience. Professional Engineer License through the AZ Board of Technical Registration or an equivalent organization in a reciprocal jurisdiction is required.
  ● Environmental Senior Engineer (G29): Master’s Degree preferred in Environmental or Chemical Engineering. 12 or more years of engineering experience. Master’s degree may substitute for two years of experience. Professional Engineering License through the Arizona Board of Technical Registration or an equivalent organization in a reciprocal jurisdiction is required.
  ● Environmental Principal Engineer (G30): Master’s Degree or higher in Environmental or Chemical Engineering. 15 or more years of engineering experience. Professional Engineer License through the Arizona Board of Technical Registration or an equivalent organization in a reciprocal jurisdiction is required.
  

  Pre-Employment Requirements:

  If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.
  

  All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

  Benefits:

  Among the many benefits of a career with the State of Arizona, there are:
  · 10 paid holidays per year
  · Accrual of sick and annual leave beginning at 12 and 13 days per year respectively for full-time employees
  · Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
  · A top-ranked retirement program with lifetime pension benefits
  · A robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability
  · An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program
  · We promote the importance of work/life balance by offering workplace flexibility
  · We offer a variety of learning and career development opportunities

  By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

  Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

  Retirement:

  Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Lifetime Benefits

  Contact Us:

  Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting HPO@azdeq.gov.
  Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

• About the company

  Arizona is on a mission to become the #1 state in the nation in which to live, work, play, get an education, and retire. Arizona state government plays a vital role in making this happen, and in order to maximize our potential the State of Arizona must operate in way that demonstrates a business-like approach. We are looking for enthusiastic and talented people to join the team.

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