Reference #: 4534745 THE POSITION Are you passionate about protecting the environment? The Department of Environmental Protection in Dauphin County is seeking a dedicated Air Quality Program Specialist to lead the efforts in coordinating the Air Quality Technical Advisory Committee (AQTAC) and to be the main point of contact for the asbestos notification system. If you have the qualifications, do not wait any longer, apply today and be a part of our team, making a positive impact on ensuring clean air for everyone.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK As part of this position, your main responsibilities will involve providing administrative support to AQTAC. This includes attending meetings, preparing meeting agendas and minutes, creating presentation materials, handling membership appointments, and performing other related tasks. Additionally, you will be the main point of contact for asbestos requirements for the Bureau of Air Quality. You will also be responsible for coordinating the Division of Compliance and Enforcement's involvement in regulatory development. You will be assisting with federal and state regulatory compliance obligations, specifically focusing on maximum achievable control technology (MACT) standards for major sources and new source performance standards (NSPS) provisions and tracking these compliance obligations. Furthermore, you will be expected to provide backup support for the administration of the small business compliance advisory committee (SBCAC).

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week with approval. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

Two years of experience as an Air Quality Specialist; or One year of experience as an Air Monitoring Program Supervisor; One year as a Fiscal Technician, and fifteen college credits in accounting; or Three years of professional work in the control and abatement of air pollution and a Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, or an environmental field closely related to Air Quality Management; or An equivalent combination of experience and/or training. Special Requirement: This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania driver's license. Other Requirements: PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title. You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for t is position.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.