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Open: March 6, 2026 — Closes: March 23, 2026
Summary
This Senior Executive Service (SES) position is in the Office of Air and Radiation, Office of State Air Programs, Air Quality Planning Division. About the Office of Air and Radiation. This is an office-centered position--you must physically report to the duty station stated in this announcement on a regular basis.
Major Duties
The Air Quality Planning Division (AQPD), is located in the Office of State Air Partnerships (OSAP). AQPD coordinates, directs, and supports State/local/Tribal governments' efforts to implement Clean Air Act (CAA) air quality management programs. The Division serves as the national program manager for national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS) attainment and maintenance through developing regulations, policies and strategies that are targeted, as appropriate, to local, State, regional, national, and multi-national scale air quality issues. The Division supports a cooperative federalism approach to air quality management, assisting air agencies and other stakeholders on their plans to implement statutory obligations. Specific duties of this position may include, but are not limited to: - Serving as the principal advisor to the Director of the Office of State Air Partnerships for all assigned work areas; - Developing and establishing the overall policies, priorities, and procedures for the Air Quality Planning Division; - Coordinating the development of air quality management strategies with other EPA offices and Federal agencies and collaborating with State/local/Tribal agencies and other key stakeholders in developing successful approaches; - Overseeing the development, assessment, and improvement of management control systems in order to safeguard programs and achieve results while adhering to the Federal Managers Financial Integrity Act; - Ensuring that procurements, contracts, grants, and assistance are managed in accordance with Agency and office policies, regulatory requirements, and budgetary constraints; - Performing the full range of supervisory human resources functions for the Division and subordinate employees. Grow your career for the good of our planet The environmental challenges we face today are urgent. At the Environmental Protection Agency, we need professionals like you to join our team dedicated to safe, clean, and healthy communities. Our agency is built upon a commitment to protect human health and the environment. The work we do here changes the world. That's why there has never been a more crucial moment to be one of the scientists, engineers, community leaders, IT specialists, communicators, administrative professionals, technicians, problem solvers, and innovators united in our mission to protect our land, air, water, and people. Join us. Be EPA. Discover how you can apply your skills to make an impact. Explore careers and learn more about EPA at epa.gov/careers.
