Technical Analyst Trainee

Longwood University; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 48,098 - 84,558; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 paid holidays

Flexible work schedules

Insurance and flexible benefits

Job summary

A state environmental agency in Charleston, WV is seeking a Technical Analyst Associate to conduct compliance evaluations of air pollution sources and respond to citizen complaints. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering. This role offers a salary between $48,098 and $84,558, depending on qualifications, and promotes work/life balance with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Selected employee must be eligible to be licensed to operate a motor vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site Full Compliance Evaluations of air pollution sources.
• Investigate and respond to citizen complaints regarding air pollution.
• Draft enforcement documents and compliance programs when necessary.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Word proficiency

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Overview

You are viewing a preview of this job. Log in or register to view more details about this job.

West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection

Division of Air Quality; Compliance and Enforcement

Office Location: 601 57th Street, Southeast, Charleston, WV 25304

Alternate work locations available.

This position is Classified Exempt; therefore is available to any applicant who meets the minimum requirements and/or special requirements or areas of assignment.

Also refer to posting numbers DEP2600043 Technical Analyst Associate, and DEP2600044 Technical Analyst. Only one position will be filled with any of these titles.

We welcome you to join our team where we value work/life balance and diversity. We offer a great benefits package that includes 12 paid holidays, insurance and flexible benefits, ample annual and sick leave accrual, flexible work schedules, an Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Initiatives, an optional 457 defined contribution retirement savings plan and more.

If you want to be a part of this innovative team, apply today.

Employee will be assigned to the Division of Air Quality (DAQ), Compliance & Enforcement Section. With limited supervision, employee will perform administrative work for a wide variety of engineering services.

Responsibilities

• Conducts on-site Full Compliance Evaluations (FCE) of major manufacturing facilities and other air pollution sources regulated by the Clean Air Act, to determine compliance with applicable rules, permits, engineering specifications, and laws. FCEs may be conducted at chemical plants, power plants, oil & gas separation plants, natural gas facilities, concrete batch plants, asphalt plants, and numerous other facility categories. Must effectively evaluate chemical and/or mechanical processes, operating parameters, and air pollution control devices that affect pollutant-specific generation and control.
• Prior to on-site FCE, performs an in-depth review of permit applications, engineering evaluations, permits, databases, compliance history and applicable rules and requirements specific to the targeted facility. This includes reviewing engineering design specifications for emission processes and associated air pollution control devices.
• Investigates and responds to citizen complaints regarding air pollution issues. Investigations typically include communication with the complainant, a site visit to the facility or physical address of the alleged activity, investigation, follow-up visit or call to the complainant, and documentation of findings and recommendations in a written report. Based on results of the investigation, enforcement action may be initiated.
• Drafts enforcement documents and compliance programs as necessary to address compliance issues. Documents include notices of violation, cease & desist orders, and consent orders. Consent orders may include compliance programs that require subject facilities to modify operating scenarios, upgrade or modify existing air pollution control equipment, and/or install new control equipment. Compliance programs often address a wide variety of chemical and mechanical processes and air pollution control equipment.
• Conducts follow-up inspections and program reviews to ensure that a subject facility is complying with the terms and conditions of an enforcement document and/or compliance program.
• Conducts performance test audits to ensure tests are conducted correctly and in accordance with approved protocols and federal methods. Performance test audits require an engineering and technical background necessary to review written protocols, proper equipment setup and operation, and evaluation of sample collection data. Audit results are documented in a written report.
• Reviews various record-keeping and monitoring reports submitted by regulated facilities. These reports are reviewed and compared to the underlying requirements contained in permits, state rules, and federal regulations to ensure ongoing compliance with applicable rules and regulations.
• Communicates with the public and regulated community to provide regulatory background information, compliance guidance information, and inspection findings.
• Develops and maintains knowledge of existing and new state and federal regulations and air pollution technologies through training and independent study.
• Employee will perform other duties as required and/or assigned.

Selected employee must be eligible to be licensed to operate a motor vehicle.

Must be able to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.

Must be proficient in computer skills and proficient in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel.

Regular attendance is an essential part of this position.

The recommended candidate will be subject to a search of his or her Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) prior to being hired and annually thereafter or as needed.

Qualifying applicants will be required to complete an internet based profile assessment to compare the applicant's thinking and reasoning skills, behavioral traits and the occupational interests against the traits determined to be important to the posted position.

NOTE: At the appointing agency’s discretion, competitive candidates may receive probationary appointment pending official verification of the qualifying degree. The qualifying degree must be verified before the employee may be certified permanent.

Minimum Qualifications

Training: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Engineering.

OR

Substitution: Bachelor's degree from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited college or university with a major in Civil, Electrical, Electrical Design, Mechanical, Chemical or Mining Engineering Technology.

Special Requirement: A valid driver’s license is required.

NOTE: At the appointing agency’s discretion, competitive candidates may receive probationary appointment pending official verification of the qualifying degree. The qualifying degree must be verified before the employee may be certified permanent.

Other Information

PG: 18 $48,098 - $84,558

Market Rate: $75,122

PSC salary exemption per West Virginia Code §24-1-1