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ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER SPECIALIST 1 – 3

az.gov, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003

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Environmental Engineer – Air Quality Permit Engineer Location: 1110 W. Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85007

Grade: 24-26 | Salary: Level 1: $60,000-$65,000 | Level 2: $65,000-$75,000 | Level 3: $80,000-$85,000

Job Summary The Environmental Engineer supports the ADEQ Air Quality Team by drafting air quality permits, developing enforceable conditions to ensure compliance with state and federal air pollution laws and regulations, reviewing and processing detailed technical reports received from the regulated community. Remote work available full-time within Arizona.

Job Duties

Review and evaluate environmental permit applications, reports, facility designs, plans, and cost estimates.

Develop permits, action plans, and recommendations based on review and evaluation of applicable environmental regulations.

Participate in site visits, data collection, inspections, and investigations regarding environmental topics.

Review technical/program documents and applications.

Perform environmental calculations based on provided methodologies.

Provide technical assistance to the regulated community, staff, and the public pertaining to environmental impact and regulation.

Assist in preparing environmental guidance documents.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

State and Federal environmental regulations pertaining to air quality.

Environmental or Chemical engineering and technology principles and practices.

Knowledge or ability to learn Agency policies including those at the state and federal level.

Mathematical computation of emission estimates through the use of Excel.

Atmospheric chemical transformations, including the science and chemistry surrounding pollution reduction techniques.

Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Word.

Ability to develop and write technical documentation.

Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.

Problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.

Ability to balance, prioritize and organize multiple tasks and complete assignments by applicable deadlines.

Selective Preference(s)

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental or Chemical Engineering.

Level 1: 0-2 years’ experience

Level 2: 2 years’ experience; Master’s or Doctorate degree may substitute for 2 years of experience.

Level 3: 5 years’ experience; Master’s degree can substitute for 2 years of experience; Doctorate can substitute for 4 years of experience.

Engineer in Training/Fundamentals in Engineering certification required for Level 3 through the Arizona Board of Technical Registration or equivalent organization in reciprocal jurisdiction.

Driver’s license – possession of a current, valid state‑issued driver’s license is required.

Pre‑Employment Requirements

Driver’s License Requirements – possession of a current, valid state‑issued driver’s license is required for driving functions.

All newly hired State employees must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E‑Verify).

Benefits

10 paid holidays per year

Accrual of sick and annual leave beginning at 12 and 13 days per year respectively for full‑time employees

Paid Parental Leave – up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly‑placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)

A top‑ranked retirement program with lifetime pension benefits

A robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short‑term and long‑term disability

Commuter club and public transportation subsidy program

Workplace flexibility and work/life balance

Learning and career development opportunities

Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting HPO@azdeq.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

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