AIR QUALITY PERMITTING ENGINEER

Posting Begin Date: 2024/05/08

Posting End Date: 2024/05/22

Category: Natural Resources

Sub Category: Environmental Services

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Boise, ID, United States

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Description

State of Idaho Opportunity

Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)

Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MT 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.

This position may be eligible for a sign on/bonus.

This positionmaybe eligible for hybrid telecommuting in accordance with the Statewide Telecommuting Policy (https://dhr.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/TelecommutingResources/Section7_Telecommuting_Policy.pdf) . Telecommuting may be subject to successful completion of probation.

Positions established at the staff engineer level will be underfilled at the associate or engineer-in-training levels. After successfully completing a training plan, meeting the minimum qualifications for the staff engineer level, and receiving a professional engineering license, the employee will be reclassified and compensated as a staff engineer.

Position:

The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is hiring an Air Quality Permitting Engineer for the State Office located in Boise, Idaho.

Responsibilities:

Air Quality Program Implementation:

· Draft air quality permits including permits to construct, Tier I operating permits, Tier II operating permits, and the associated explanation of permit requirements.

· Advise and assist the regulated community on air quality permit application regulations and requirements.

· Coordinate draft permit reviews with DEQ regional offices. Upon request, participate in permit hand-off meetings.

· Participate in the public comment process. Provide technical and regulatory project details at informational meetings when requested and written responses to public comments when submitted.

· Visit industrial facilities and provide technical and regulatory assistance on air quality permit requirements.

· Provide technical and regulatory support on special projects with air emissions sources.

· Mentor less experienced engineers.

· Provide updates as necessary for all assigned projects. Ensure that permit issuance deadlines are met.

· Respond to public records requests.

Air Quality Compliance and Enforcement Technical Support :

· Determine if applications are compliant with air quality rules and regulations for issuing air quality permits.

· Provide technical and regulatory support to the compliance and enforcement program, assisting compliance determinations for regulated facilities.

Regulatory Tracking and Policy Support:

· Track changes in federal permitting and compliance requirements, interpretations, and guidance.

· Review state and federal rules, provide updated regulatory information, and propose rule changes as needed.

· Provide technical support for drafting rules and technical backup documents for the rule making process.

· Implement established program policies.

Air Quality Division Integration:

· Review source test reports.

· Assist in airshed management.

Minimum Qualifications:

Engineer Associate:

Salary: $29.00 - $31.25

Certification by the Idaho Board of Professional Engineers as an Engineer-in-Training OR certification from another jurisdiction that included graduation from a four-year engineering curriculum accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (EAC/ABET): AND A Valid driver's license; AND Two years of E.I.T. experience: reading and interpreting engineering plans, specifications, and standards on projects; interpreting and applying federal, state, and local laws, when applying standard engineering principles and practices; coordinating field work and inspecting projects or facilities for compliance with standards.

AND;

Valid driver's license.

Experience: analyzing, interpreting and applying federal, state and local laws when applying professional engineering principles and practices; writing technical engineering reports; evaluating, selecting and adapting standard engineering plans, specifications and standards in completing projects; coordinating field work and inspecting projects or facilities for compliance with standards.

Engineer In Training:

Salary: $28.00 - $29.00

Candidates must meet one of the following qualifications:

· Graduation from a four-year Engineering curriculum accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (EAC/ABET) PLUS within six (6) months of hire receive certification by the Idaho Board of Professional Engineers as an Engineer Intern

·ORCertification as an EIT from another jurisdiction that included graduation from a four-year engineering curriculum accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (EAC/ABET)

·ORgraduation from a four-year engineering curriculum accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (EAC/ABET) PLUS verification that the candidate has passed the Fundamentals of Engineering Examination.

AND;

Valid driver's license  

Desired Specialty Minimum Qualification

A t least one (1) college level course related to air pollution control systems; Federal Clean Air Act rules and guidelines applicable to air pollution emitting facilities; and/or developing air emission estimates or inventories.ORSix (6) months work experience involving interpretation and application of aspects of the Clean Air Act (such as implementation of air pollution control or air quality improvement strategies, conducting air emission inventories, conducting ambient air monitoring, developing air permits or permit applications, or conducting compliance inspections) or the application of other environmental rules.

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.

• Ability to lift 30 pounds when working with file boxes.

Other :

• May be required to travel and stay overnight in remote areas.

• May come into contact with hazardous waste/material

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[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.

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: [email protected]

Phone: (208) 373-0333