Under general supervision, conducts inspections of air emission sources and evaluates compliance with federal and state air quality regulations and permit conditions. Other primary duties include preparing reports and documenting inspection observations including evaluating violations. Also reviews draft permits, conducts files reviews, responds to complaints, and supports the Department facility database.

For a complete listing of job duties, requirements and to apply go to to statejobs.nebraska.gov

*Environmental Quality Programs Specialist I = $20.567 Hourly    

*Environmental Quality Programs Specialist II = $22.109 Hourly

*Hiring classification and salary dependent upon selected applicant's qualifications and experience

• Conducts inspections of air emission sources and determines compliance with State and federal regulations and permit conditions.
• Receives and responds to complaints regarding air quality concerns.
• Conducts pre-inspection file reviews, documents inspection results, and maintains facility database.
• Reviews draft construction and operating permits and provides feedback on compliance issues.
• Documents violations and supports Department enforcement process.
• Writes, edits and reviews technical papers and reports to respond to inquiries and complaints and to provide data required or requested by federal, State and local agencies, the professional community or the general public.
• Analyzes data, statistics, charts and tables to prepare reports, technical papers or correspondence for presentation to the general public and/or the regulated community.
• Meets with federal, State and local government representatives and the general public to explain environmental quality program policies and programs.
• Testifies at hearings as an expert witness to verify observations and conclusions form data collection and interpretation as required in legal actions.
• Reviews EPA guidance documents, memorandums, Federal Register notices, federal and State regulations, professional journals and trade magazines to keep abreast of emerging issues.
• Participates as part of a team to prepare and present environmental seminars, events, workshops and public information sessions that aid in the education of the public regarding environmental regulations and policies. 

ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY PROGRAMS SPECIALIST II:

Bachelor of Science Degree in the physical sciences, natural sciences, environmental science, geology, biology, agronomy, civil engineering, environmental engineering or a related field consistent with the duties of the position, including soil science, chemistry, geology, hydrology, limnology, biology, statistics, technical writing, resource planning and computer programming field AND one year of fulltime professional experience in a related field, consistent with the duties of the position. 

ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY PROGRAMS SPECIALIST I:

Educational - Same requirements as Environmental Quality Programs Specialist II.  No years of experience necessary.
 

Other Requirements: Valid driver’s license or ability to provide independent transportation, overnight travel 5-10%.Selected candidate is subject to a physical exam and screening along with participation in the agency’s medical monitoring program.  Ability to lift 30 pounds, climb a 10 foot ladder, and be able to climb, bend, and work in outdoor and indoor temperature extremes, must be able to work in an industrial setting, ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance.

Knowledge Of: the principles of biological, physical and chemical sciences; statistical and analytical methods; word processing, spreadsheet and database management computer software.

Skill In: communicating with individuals and groups with varying technical backgrounds to collect and relay information; listening to and understanding others; prioritizing workloads; using analytical judgment to make decisions; public speaking and providing presentations.

Ability To: learn and apply local, State and federal environmental laws, regulations and standards; learn, apply and uphold agency policies and procedures; establish and maintain effective working relationships with public and private officials and with the general public; organize, analyze and interpret data to draw conclusions and prepare reports and technical papers; use computers and other tools for data storage and analysis; work in varying elements and industrial settings.