Full-time Seasonal Environmental Program Specialist 3 (PCN 187954)

State of Alaska; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Alaska in Fairbanks is seeking a Full-Time Seasonal Environmental Compliance Officer to support enforcement activities for PM2.5 air quality regulations. You will perform compliance observations, process documentation, and engage with the public and stakeholders in a professional setting, with some field work and data handling responsibilities.

The role emphasizes independent work, adherence to state and federal regulations, and accuracy in reporting during winter air alert periods in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in environmental/science field.
• Experience in environmental regulations or pollution control.
• Ability to evaluate environmental and socio-economic impacts.
• Proven decision-making and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct compliance observation during winter air alert episodes.
• Document non-compliance with wood stove restrictions and prepare letters.
• Perform data entry, scanning and filing of technical reports.
• Interact with the public and local stakeholders in a professional manner; occasional field work.

Skills

Professionalism

Self-Management

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Stamina

Teaches Others

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in environmental science

Job description

This position is open to Alaska Residents only.

Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

This position is being recruited for in Fairbanks.

What you will be doing:

Enjoy working in a friendly work environment, completing a variety of tasks and repetitive projects supporting a team environment. This Full-Time Seasonal Position provides senior technical services within the framework of State and Federal regulations for enforcement activities like developing notice of violations and expedited settlement agreements along with essential assistance to implement the PM2.5 curtailment program. Working independently with minimal supervision, the incumbent is responsible for conducting compliance observation during winter air alert episodes in the Fairbanks PM2.5 Nonattainment Area. This can include observations in early morning and afternoon using infrared camera technology to confirm compliance with state regulations on air quality as part of the Serious State Implementation Plan for PM2.5 Air Pollution in the Nonattainment Area. Additional tasks associated with this position include but are not limited to document non-compliance with wood stove use restrictions; processing of documentations such as pictures and preparing Advisory and Compliance letters to citizens. Conducting data entry and scanning of routine technical documents submitted by industry. Conduct intake of documents and filing, review of technical reports, dealing with the public and local stakeholders on a daily basis in a professional context, occasional field work operating basic hand-tools.

An essential function of the job is to respond and investigate public air quality complaints.

Our organization, mission, and culture:

You are protecting the daily health of Alaskans and the environment! The incumbent assists with the enforcement of regulations associated with curtailment on the use of solid fuel devices when the air quality is expected to be poor in Fairbanks and/or North Pole. Technical documentation handling, such as assuring completeness of information submitted, filing, and data entry into an electronic database.

The benefits of joining our team:

The Fairbanks Air Compliance office has an experienced and effective team to support you! As a new hire you will have hands‑on training, peer team interaction and technical guidance from senior staff. This is a performance orientated position, based on your delivery of a quality product on a known schedule. Some flexibility in work hours may be possible. The daily work is technical and science based, that requires decision and project/time management skills.

The working environment you can expect:

Incumbent will generally work in an office setting with some field work. Under general supervision, this position performs a variety of functions associated with document handling, public complaint investigation, and enforcement of local, state, and federal air quality regulations applicable to home heating appliances.

We are looking for a candidate that has experience in the following areas:

• Professionalism: Consistently displays the collection of competencies and skill expected of a professional. Professionalism is defined by its key behaviors including being accountable for actions and assigned projects; practicing efficient work habits to effectively manage time and workload; clearly communicating and expressing thoughts and ideas in writing and in person; possessing the ability to understand how non‑verbal communication impacts the workplace; working effectively as part of a team to achieve productive outcomes; and consistently demonstrating, emotional intelligence, integrity, and ethical behavior.
• Self-Management: Sets well-defined and realistic personal goals; displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior.
• Customer Service: Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.
• Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
• Stamina: Exerts oneself physically over long periods of time without tiring (which may include performing repetitive tasks such as data entry or coding).
• Teaches Others: Helps others learn; identifies training needs; provides constructive reinforcement; coaches others on how to perform tasks; acts as a mentor.

Special Notice:

A valid driver’s license is required.

Competency Based Minimum Qualifications Instructions

This job class uses competency based minimum qualifications. Please ensure your application through work history, volunteer experience (duties summary), training, education, licenses, certifications, etc. supports how you have gained the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors (competencies) and that you possess the minimum required competencies for the job class.

Competency Description

The competency description(s) listed below have been designed to promote a common understanding of the essential elements of the job class. They highlight the more general and customary knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), tasks, and behaviors used to describe the competency. They typically list expectations, as opposed to specific tasks, and are to be used only as parameters and guidelines. A competency’s description is not intended to exclusively define every KSA, task, and behavior needed to successfully meet the competency, but rather to provide the manager/agency with a broad reference of options as to how an applicant can meet the job expectation.

Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with the following competencies

• Scientific Research - Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of scientific principles related to environmental, ecological, biological, or physical science and the methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry; including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results.
• Compliance - Knowledge of procedures for assessing, evaluating, and monitoring programs or projects for compliance with Federal laws, regulations, and guidance.
• Decision Making - Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change.
• Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.

Equivalent to those typically gained by: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in an environmental, physical, biological, or natural science; engineering; planning; or natural resources. Professional experience developing knowledge and skills in environmental regulations, pollution control, environmental damage recovery, or programs to improve or protect environmental quality; or learning to evaluate the potential environmental and socio‑economic impacts of construction projects; prepare environmental documentation; and determine, negotiate, and monitor permitted activities.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF THE INTERVIEW

• 3 professional references
• Proof of valid driver’s license

LEGAL EMPLOYMENT

The State’s online recruitment system, Workplace Alaska, requires applicants to certify that they have a legal right to accept employment in the United States. It is the responsibility of the employee to maintain the appropriate documentation to accept or continue legal employment. The State of Alaska does not function in the role as an employer sponsor.

THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY

Please be sure to check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

EDUCATION

To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Omission of required documentation listed will result in an incomplete application and you will not receive further consideration.

NOTE:

The State of Alaska does not provide VISA Employer sponsorships.

WORK EXPERIENCE

When using work experience not already documented in your application, please provide the employer's name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part‑time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported, and minimum qualifications are clearly met. Work experience needed to meet the minimum qualifications must be documented in the application. If the application does not support minimum qualifications, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment. A resume will not be used to determine that minimum qualifications have been met for the position in which you are applying.

NOTE:

Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

MULTIPLE VACANCIES

This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.

EEO STATEMENT

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or [phone] in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

For specific information about the position please contact the hiring manager:

Nilima Hullavarad

Environmental Program Manager

907-451-2149

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