Job Description
This position helps coordinate the Quality Assurance (QA) program in the Air Monitoring Section (AMS). QA is a combination of assuring proper data collection and proper quality control (QC) assessments are used. This position will be responsible for the QA of data gathered from the Photochemical Assessment Monitoring Stations (PAMS) in Grand Rapids and Detroit. PAMS is a special U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) program to assess ozone precursors. Michigan is required to implement two PAMS stations to evaluate the precursor compounds that contribute to the formation of ozone. The required precursor measurements include volatile organic compounds (VOCs) by automated gas chromatography (auto-GC), direct measurement of nitrogen dioxide, measurement of aldehyde and ketone compounds and the measurement of meteorological parameters such as precipitation, UV radiation, solar radiation, and atmospheric mixing heights using a ceilometer. This position will collect the VOCs by auto-GC, including performing the first level required QC measures on the data, and oversee the QC measures of the other PAMS measurements by reviewing documentation and interviewing staff. This position will provide guidance on siting for new air monitoring sites, and short-term and non-routine sampling projects. This position will coordinate short-term sampling projects, ensuring data is collected following proper QC protocols. This position will conduct analysis on other air monitoring data to evaluate QA parameters, including the USEPA bias and precision requirements. The AMS collects data at over 42 sites throughout the state on more than 300 different pieces of equipment. The USEPA requires QA analysis on all equipment to ensure quality data. The analysis requires use of USEPA’s online analysis tools, Excel, and GIS. This position will also be responsible for updating the over 80 Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) used in the AMS.
Position Description
This position will be located at Lansing, Constitution Hall or 815 Filley St, Lansing; or Detroit, Cadillac Place. This will be dependent on the successful candidate.
Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in the biological sciences, engineering, environmental studies and sustainability, physical sciences, resource development, or resource management.
OR
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major with at least 30 semester (45 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: biochemistry, biology, botany, chemistry, crop and soil science, ecology, engineering, environmental health, environmental science, environmental studies and sustainability, forest management, geology, meteorology, microbiology, physical geography, physics, remote sensing, resource development, resource management, toxicology, or zoology.
Experience
Environmental Quality Analyst 9
No specific type or amount is required.
Environmental Quality Analyst 10
One year of professional experience equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst 9.
Environmental Quality Analyst P11
Two years of professional experience equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst including one year equivalent to an Environmental Quality Analyst 10.
Additional Requirements and Information
ABOUT EGLE:
The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy's (EGLE) mission is to protect Michigan's environment and public health by managing air, water, land, and energy resources.
At the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, we are passionate about protecting human health and Michigan’s land, water, and energy resources. We are equally passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful of all our employees and the public we serve. Our unique backgrounds and experiences make us better equipped to equitably deliver impactful environmental outcomes in the interest of all of Michigan’s residents.
The State of Michigan offers a competitive benefits package for all career employees that include medical, dental and vision coverage, along with paid parental leave, flexible spending accounts, retirement and much more. Click the following link to learn more.
State of Michigan – Employee Benefits
Please attach a cover letter, resume and official college transcripts (if applicable) to your application. Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.
If applicable, you must attach an electronic and/or scanned copy of your official college/university transcripts. For our purposes, "Official Transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal.
Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
View the job specification at: http://www.michigan.gov/documents/EnvironmentalEngineer_12608_7.pdf
