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Location : Cheyenne, WY
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2024-00225
Department: 020-Air Quality
Opening Date: 02/27/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
This is a Natural Resources Program Principal in the Air Pollution Monitoring Program of the Air Quality Division (AQD) in Cheyenne. This position as a Technical Writer/editor will perform technical writing and editing of a variety of technical and non-technical documents, including reports, letters, presentations, notices, policies, quality assurance project plans, and related materials. Further, this position will be responsible for project management and analysis of ambient, meteorological, and air toxics monitoring data from the AQD's statewide ambient air monitoring network; perform data analysis of ambient monitoring and air quality-related value monitoring data; communicate monitored data to internal DEQ and external audiences such as industry, federal agencies, and the public. The ideal candidate will have experience in technical writing, ambient air monitoring regulations (40 CFR Part 50, 53, and 58), communication with different stakeholders, and project management.
Human Resource Contact: DEQ HR 307-777-7939
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (typically in The Sciences)
Experience:
1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a(n) Natural Resources Analyst
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a(n) Natural Resources Analyst
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
NOTES:
Supplemental Information
020-Department of Environmental Quality- Air Quality Division
Click to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL:
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.
There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!
to learn more!
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(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
02
(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
03
(ENNR10) Which of the following best describes your work experience Natural Resources? Experience definition: (This experience includes, but may not be limited to, the following: Environmental Sciences, Natural Resources, GIS experience, or other similar experience.)
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(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
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(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?
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(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus.
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(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.
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(A) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.I have read and understand the above statement.
Required Question
Location : Cheyenne, WY
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2024-00225
Department: 020-Air Quality
Opening Date: 02/27/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
This is a Natural Resources Program Principal in the Air Pollution Monitoring Program of the Air Quality Division (AQD) in Cheyenne. This position as a Technical Writer/editor will perform technical writing and editing of a variety of technical and non-technical documents, including reports, letters, presentations, notices, policies, quality assurance project plans, and related materials. Further, this position will be responsible for project management and analysis of ambient, meteorological, and air toxics monitoring data from the AQD's statewide ambient air monitoring network; perform data analysis of ambient monitoring and air quality-related value monitoring data; communicate monitored data to internal DEQ and external audiences such as industry, federal agencies, and the public. The ideal candidate will have experience in technical writing, ambient air monitoring regulations (40 CFR Part 50, 53, and 58), communication with different stakeholders, and project management.
Human Resource Contact: DEQ HR 307-777-7939
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.
- Develop the preparation of demonstration packets requesting to exclude ambient air monitoring data under the EPA's 2016 Exceptional Event Rule and 40 CFR Part 50.14.
- Develops, coordinates, and performs environmental data assessments, audits/inspects, and writes detailed reports.
- Makes independent judgment of compliance through inspections/interpretations of regulations and reports.
- Identifies compliance issues with state-wide entities.
- From an environmental perspective: review, analyze, evaluate, and interpret technical air quality and meteorological data.
- Analyzes air quality data for compliance with ambient air quality standards, trends, and episodic impacts.
- Serve as project manager for projects including planning, business cases, and contracting, as well as evaluation and processing of proposal documents, cost estimates, task orders, and invoices.
- Makes recommendations concerning technical data reports and enforcement issues.
- Answers technical questions related to policies, procedures, and statutes.
- Conducts and evaluates moderately complex modeling of pollutant transport in the environment.
- Measures, monitors, regulates, and manages resources, and utilization per applicable laws, regulations, and court decrees.
- Represent the agency in meetings with various State, Federal, and private entities.
- Makes presentations to various interest groups.
- Conducts complex analysis of problems using data collected through physical measurement and inspection.
- Collects, qualifies, and publishes records using scientific equipment.
- Mediates mid-level disputes between contractors and consultants.
- Participates in the decision-making process at the mid-management level.
- Manages multiple complex projects for ambient air quality and meteorological monitoring activities.
- Analyzes complex environmental data and draws conclusions.
- Applies professional judgment in the interpretation of formulas, templates, or standards as applied to technical data or information and makes recommendations based on results.
- Targeted communication with State, Federal, and private entities.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE:
- Solid scientific writing background and ability to learn new areas of science.
- Knowledge of state-regulated industries such as oil and gas, refining, and mining.
- Knowledge of ambient air quality and air quality-related value monitoring systems and analytical techniques.
- Skill in evaluating complex technical data and conducting an environmental assessment. Strong analytical and mathematical skills relating to trends and statistical analysis.
- Must possess strong communication skills with particular proficiency in explaining complex technical, and/or regulatory issues and concerns to varied audiences.
- Ability to prioritize and work simultaneously on multiple projects with various deadlines and objectives.
- Ability to interpret rules and regulations, and basic knowledge of QA/QC practices. Proficient with a wide variety of computer hardware and software (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, R).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (typically in The Sciences)
Experience:
1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a(n) Natural Resources Analyst
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a(n) Natural Resources Analyst
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
NOTES:
- FLSA: Exempt
Supplemental Information
020-Department of Environmental Quality- Air Quality Division
Click to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL:
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.
There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!
to learn more!
01
(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
- High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
- Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
- Associate's Degree
- Associate's Degree and additional coursework
- Bachelor's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
- Master's Degree
- Master's Degree and additional coursework
- Doctorate Degree
- Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
- None of the Above
02
(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
- 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
- 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
- 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
- 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
- 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
- N/A
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(ENNR10) Which of the following best describes your work experience Natural Resources? Experience definition: (This experience includes, but may not be limited to, the following: Environmental Sciences, Natural Resources, GIS experience, or other similar experience.)
- No relevant experience.
- Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
- One (1) to less than two (2) years of relevant experience.
- Two (2) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
- Three (3) to less than four (4) years of relevant experience.
- Four (4) or more years of relevant experience.
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(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
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(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?
- Government Jobs @www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
- Indeed
- Zip Recruiter
- Wyoming Workforce Center
- Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
- Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
- Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
- Career Fair
- Human Resources Division
- Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
- Current State Employee
- Other
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(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus.
07
(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
08
(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.
- Yes
- No
- I am not a veteran
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.
- Current State Employee
- Veteran - DD214 Attached
- Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veteran's Disability Determination Attached
- Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
- None of the above
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(A) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.I have read and understand the above statement.
- Yes
- No
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