The Department of Natural Resources in Iowa has an opening for an Environmental Specialist in the Air Quality Bureau – Program Development Section.

Job description: The purpose of this position is to conduct, review, interpret, and provide reports on air dispersion modeling of air emission sources under the direction of a lead worker. Modeling to be performed will include ambient air quality analyses for minor source permit applications, Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) permit applications, and special projects as directed by the supervisor and lead worker.

Air dispersion modeling duties will include obtaining source operating information and parameters from bureau engineering staff and permit applications, selecting and inputting source and meteorological data into the model, and executing the model runs. The position will use meteorological data processors to format raw meteorological data for model input, and quality assure and correct meteorological data and fields generated by the processors. The position will interpret and verify model results, including the creation of reports with summaries of model assumptions, inputs, results, and notation of modeling analysis discrepancies and suggested corrective actions.

Abilities and skills: This position requires a general knowledge of meteorological concepts, principles, and environmental factors as they apply to air quality. Candidates must have the ability to understand air dispersion modeling concepts, as well as regulatory laws and rules for air quality standards and relevant permits; must have the ability to use computer programs to analyze and model meteorological data, as well as PC based word processing and database programs; must have the ability to manage numerous projects and tasks; must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with staff and customers in both local government and industry; must be able to effectively work in a team environment. The position requires the ability to travel and occasional overnight stays. The candidate must possess careful attention to detail, capacity to adjust to change, work pressures or difficult situations without undue stress and an ability to work independently; must demonstrate initiative, a customer service and team orientation, and display high standards of ethical conduct. Position is full time and as such, requires regular, punctual attendance.

Competencies: Accountability, Action Orientation, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Customer Focus, Reliable, Creativity, High Productivity, Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking/Reasoning, Project Management, Integrity, Interpersonal Skills, Self Management, Team Player, Technical Competence – Meterology.

Education, experience and special requirements: Applicants must meet the minimum requirements for an Environmental Specialist based on education, experience and special requirements, or an acceptable combination thereof, as established by the Iowa Department of Administrative Services.
In addition, applicants must also qualify for DAS selective: 442 – Meteorology.

Job vacancy: #BR12329
Position Title: Environmental Specialist
Environmental Services Division
Air Quality Bureau – Program Development Section

Salary Range: $43,576.00 - $65,707.20
Location: 7900 Hickman Road Ste. 1

How to apply:

Step 1: Interested applicants must submit a State of Iowa application form for this position by the close of business on July 17th, 2013. Application forms are available from the Iowa Department of Administrative Services’ (DAS) web page at www.das.hre.iowa.gov, from any Workforce Development Center, or at the DAS-HRE office in Des Moines. Completed applications must be submitted through the DAS web page or faxed to DAS at 515-281-7970. You must include the job title and job vacancy number on all applications.

Step 2: In addition, please send a resume and a cover letter that outlines your experience as related to the position to: DNR Hiring Coordinator, Iowa Department of Natural Resources, 502 E 9th Street, Des Moines, IA 50319, or email them to dnr.hiringcoordinator(@)dnr.iowa.gov. Please be precise when outlining your experience as related to the position and any selective(s) noted. Please submit the resume and cover letter by the closing date. For more information about this position, contact Jim McGraw, Supervisor, Program Development Section, 515-242-5167or jim.mcgraw(@)dnr.iowa.gov.

***The starting salary for new state employees is expected to be at the base of the pay range***
The State of Iowa is an EEO/AA EMPLOYER

Fecha de publicación: 10/07/2013