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 two immediate openings 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 Environment