NRO - P0815 - Air Inspector
At the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality, we value our employees who dedicate themselves in protecting Virginia’s natural resources. Be a part of a dynamic team where you can make a difference while enjoying all of the benefits of working in state government: competitive salary for working a 40 hour week, comprehensive insurance, 12 paid holidays, vacation/personal/sick time/parental leave, membership in the Virginia state retirement system, flex schedules, tuition reimbursement, telecommuting, performance based recognition, access to an extensive professional training program, many opportunities for advancement, and much more. So if you enjoy working on a variety of projects with high-quality colleagues in a fostering environment, apply today!
Environmental Specialist II (Air Inspector) – P0815
Woodbridge, Virginia
Minimum Starting Salary: $50,696
The Department of Environmental Quality, Northern Regional Office, is seeking a qualified applicant to conduct inspections, perform Q/A on ambient air monitors, review records and permits, evaluate reports and investigate complaints to evaluate compliance with Air Pollution Control Law and Regulations, and initiate and follow through on enforcement in cases of non-compliance in order to protect, enhance, and preserve environmental resources in Virginia.
Qualifications:
- Knowledge of and experience with of air pollution control regulations and standards.
- Considerable scientific and/or mechanical knowledge related to air monitoring equipment.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Ability to understand mechanical and industrial processes.
- Ability to organize work and perform tasks independently.
- Ability to analyze and solve problems.
- Ability to apply established policy, procedures and regulations.
- Ability to use computers for word processing and data management.
- Requires EPA Method 9 Certification (within 6 months of employment).
Qualifications preferred but not required: Bachelor’s Degree in environmental, engineering/physical/biological or related science. A combination of education, experience, and training may substitute for a degree.
The Commonwealth does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.
Excluding current DEQ Employees, the Selected Candidate MUST pass a criminal background check.
Application Closing Date: January 24, 2020
For consideration for this position, candidates MUST apply online at https://jobs.agencies.virginia.gov. Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities. Resumes are encouraged but do not substitute submittal of the online application. Applications submitted via postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered. Please contact danna.kiluk@deq.virginia.gov for assistance.