Air Quality Scientist - Hybrid Forecasting & Modeling

Dept-of-Environmental-Quality; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) in Virginia is seeking a position that conducts air quality analyses to assess compliance with NAAQS and other regulatory requirements. This is a restricted, grant-funded role with a hybrid work schedule; in-office and telework, located in Virginia.

The role emphasizes forecasting, modeling, and collaboration with federal/state agencies to ensure accurate air quality information and regulatory adherence.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of meteorology and environmental science.
• Knowledge of federal/state air pollution regulations relating to modeling.
• Understanding of how meteorology, air data and models relate to impact assessment.
• Familiarity with photochemical and dispersion models used in SIPs and air permitting.

Responsibilities

• Position performs air quality forecasting, dispersion modeling, and photochemical modeling per federal/state guidance.
• Works with federal and state representatives to prepare forecasts and develop modeling platforms.
• Provides timely and accurate information on modeling, forecasting and air quality issues to agencies, consultants, and the public.

Skills

Meteorology

Environmental Science

Air regulations

Modeling experience

Linux/Windows

R and Python

Tools

Linux

Windows

R

Python

Job description

The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) in Virginia is seeking a position that conducts air quality analyses to assess compliance with NAAQS and other regulatory requirements. This is a restricted, grant-funded role with a hybrid work schedule; in-office and telework, located in Virginia.

The role emphasizes forecasting, modeling, and collaboration with federal/state agencies to ensure accurate air quality information and regulatory adherence.