Entry-Level Air Quality & Permitting Specialist

RI Council 94; Providence, Northern (RI, KY); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Rhode Island’s Department of Environmental Management seeks an Air Quality Specialist I in the Office of Air Resources. This entry-level role reviews permit applications for air emissions, conducts modeling reviews, and drafts permits when approvals are warranted.

Ideal candidates hold a science or engineering degree and can interpret air quality laws, analyze data, and communicate findings clearly to stakeholders in state and federal programs.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of air quality principles and regulations.
• Ability to gather and analyze technical data.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Review applications to construct, install or modify sources of air pollution or control systems.
• Prepare drafts of permits for issuance when approvable.
• Perform technical inspections and review supporting documents.

Skills

Air quality knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

State of Rhode Island’s Department of Environmental Management seeks an Air Quality Specialist I in the Office of Air Resources. This entry-level role reviews permit applications for air emissions, conducts modeling reviews, and drafts permits when approvals are warranted.

Ideal candidates hold a science or engineering degree and can interpret air quality laws, analyze data, and communicate findings clearly to stakeholders in state and federal programs.