Job Posting Title

Environmental Programs Specialist

Agency

292 DEPT. OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Supervisory Organization

Environmental Quality–Air Quality

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

Hiring Rates:
Level I - $52,332.80
Level II - $56,180.80

Job Description

This is for two positions located in The Air Quality Division - Technical Resources and Special Projects in Oklahoma City.

All applicants must be able to pass a background check and must be able to legally work within the United States. DEQ does not allow sponsorship for those on a H1B visa. This position requires in-office work Monday - Friday. Other than regular field work, there is no remote work allowed.

Application Requirements

All applicants must upload a resume, transcript and references to be considered for this position.

Basic Purpose

The Technical Resources and Projects Section provides technical support for the Air Quality Division, coordinates special projects such as grant administration and public education efforts, and operates the lead-based paint (LBP) and renovation, repair, and painting (RRP) programs.

This specific position will be assisting with day-to-day administration of the LBP certification program and the RRP certification program. These programs are essential to reduce lead-poisoning risks for families and workers conducting home repairs, renovations, and abatements. After learning applicable regulations and procedures, daily activities of this position will include reviewing and approving certification applications in an online system, administering certification exams, assisting customers, conducting inspections and completing compliance reviews. This position will also be part of a team managing the Clean Diesel School Buses grant (DERA) and Volkswagen Clean Air Act Civil Settlement, both of which are aimed at reducing mobile source emissions.

Typical Functions

• Predominantly in an office setting. On average, up to four weekend outreach events per year, and up to four overnight trips per year (including conferences & out of town outreach events).   

• Learn regulations and requirements of the LBP program, RRP program, EPA grants, and Volkswagen (VW) Settlement Trust.

• Under the LBP program, review certification applications and quarterly reports submitted by customers. 

• Provide assistance to the public via phone, email, and in-person on understanding the requirements of lead certification and how to navigate the online application system. Assist different customers on how to apply and comply with the DERA grant and VW Settlement programs.

• Administer LBP and RRP certification exams.

• Train and serve as an inspector and auditor for LBP and RRP. After training is complete, must pass associated exams prior to independently performing inspections. Under DERA and VW, perform inspections on assigned vehicle projects.

• Occasionally give presentations over the regulations, lead certification programs, dangers of LBP, and promotion of DERA/VW programs.

• Create, maintain and update informal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), instructions, and process notes on independent activities to ensure continuity of operations. Assist with the creation, reviews, and updating of formal SOPs and Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs) that relate to assigned activities. Assist with progress reporting to EPA and the VW Settlement Trust.

Travel Requirements

Must have a valid driver’s license.Employee will be required to travel both for in-state inspections and public outreach events and out-of-state for training, meetings, or conferences. Public outreach events will occur on the weekend two to four times per year. On average, five overnight trips per year.

Education and Experience

Level I - bachelor’s degree with at least 24 semester hours in a physical, natural,
or biological science, chemistry, geology, hydrology, physical geography,
epidemiology, environmental science, environmental health or civil, agricultural,
environmental, geological or chemical engineer