4 yrs. trg. or 4 yrs. exp. in position involving geology or hydrology, engineering, chemistry, physics, biology, environmental science &/or other comparable physical or health science field, earth science &/or urban & regional planning, experience must be commensurate with duties to be assigned.
-Or baccalaureate degree in engineering, chemistry, physics, biology, environmental science, earth science &/or urban & regional planning, geology or other comparable physical or health science field.
-Or positions involved in providing financial, technical & administrative assistance for planning, design & implementation of environmental infrastructure & pollution abatement, & prevention projects, applicants must have completed undergraduate core coursework in business/public administration, public relations/marketing, political science or communications, or have 4 yrs. exp. in position involving public contact to explain policies, procedures & programs of agency, writing of promotional &/or explanatory publications & materials, budgeting, contract administration & working with others on team projects. Note\: For all positions engaged in field work, applicants must be able to provide own transportation. New employees in EPA's solid waste program, excluding those in the solid waste planning unit, must obtain a sanitarian-in-training certificate during their probationary period.
-Or 12 mos. exp. as Environmental Specialist 1, 85861.
-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
Job Skills: Environmental Services, Regulatory Compliance Professional Skills: Customer Focus, Attention to Detail, and Critical Thinker.
Most positions offer the flexibility of a hybrid schedule that combines working from home with regular in-office and/or field work. In-person work requirements may change for training, meetings, and other operational needs.
What we need:
An Ohio EPA Environmental Specialist 2
What we do:
Our main goals are providing environmental leadership in the state of Ohio and protecting the environment and public health. As a state agency, we achieve this by ensuring compliance with environmental laws. Visit the Division of Air Pollution Control air monitoring website to learn more about our work: Division of Air Pollution Control Air Monitoring Program
What we need you to do:
The Ohio EPA Division of Air Pollution Control is looking for an enthusiastic, innovative individual to join our team in beautiful downtown Columbus
Ah! There you are!
As an Ohio EPA environmental specialist, you will assist the manager of the Air Quality Evaluation & Planning section with the coordination and development of the State Implementation Plan (SIP) and implementation of the requirements and rules necessary to attain and maintain the national ambient air quality standards. This is exciting, innovative work that uses your skills in data handling and interpretation, technical writing, problem solving and planning to contribute to real progress in Ohio’s air quality!
You will aid in the development and review of monitoring data, technical documents, cost analyses, engineering guides, policies, and new rules and revisions. You will also be participating on committees and workgroups with other organizations, states, and federal agencies, while assessing results from atmospheric dispersion and photochemical models to support SIP activities, Clean Air Act requirements, or other Ohio activities requiring modeling efforts. You will design and evaluate air quality modeling protocols, execute air quality models, review data, and prepare reports. You will provide guidance and assistance to Ohio EPA personnel and others concerning SIPs and air quality modeling. Additionally, you will perform reviews of federal EPA proposals and prepare comments related to SIPs and modeling, as well as assist in the development of emissions inventory and meteorological databases for use in SIPs and air quality models.
Let’s recap the major duties:
·Coordinate, develop, and engage State Implementation Plans (SIP) to maintain national air quality standards.
·Assess results from established dispersion and photochemical models to support SIP activities.
·Assist in development and review of monitoring data, technical documents, proposals, engineering guides, emissions inventory, and meteorological data related to SIPs.
·Consult with internal and external personnel, business, and the public concerning SIPs and air modeling.
Move your career forward and apply today!
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
About Us:
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency is a trusted leader and environmental steward using innovation, quality service and public involvement to ensure a safe and healthy environment for all Ohioans.
Ohio EPA's goal is to protect the environment and public health by ensuring compliance with environmental laws and demonstrating leadership in environmental stewardship.
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
All answers to supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education provided on your application. Attachments will not be accepted for this posting.
Official educational transcripts are required for post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript if they are selected for the position. Current Ohio EPA employees may be required to provide official educational transcripts.
Location\: Central Office-50 W. Town Street, Columbus, OH 43215 .
Division\: Air Pollution Control
Background Check: The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
EEO Statement:The Ohio Environmental Protections Agency is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender/sex, gender identity or expression, national origin (ancestry), military status, disability, age (40 years of age or older), genetic information, sexual orientation, status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a parent of a young child, or status as a foster parent as those are defined in applicable Ohio law, federal law, and any Executive Order, in admission or access to the operation of its programs, services, activities or its own employment practices. Employment practices are any employment related decisions including, but not limited to hiring, layoff, transfer, termination, promotion, demotion, discipline, rate of compensation, eligibility for in-service training programs, or terms and conditions of employment.
ADA Statement\: The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency is committed to providing access, equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact the Office of Human Resources at 614-644-2100 prior to testing or interviewing.
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
