[ES_JOBS_NET] Florida DEP air permitting position (#1 of 2)

[John Dawson]

See below for the first of two air permitting positions with Florida DEP.
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> ENGINEERING SPECIALIST IV
> Agency: Environmental Protection
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> Working Title:  ENGINEERING SPECIALIST IV
> Broadband/Class Code:  17-2199-03
> Position Number:  37010105-51232645
> Annual Salary Range:  $46,381.14 - $86,778.17 
> Announcement Type:  Open Competitive
> City:  TALLAHASSEE
> Facility:  BLAIRSTONE DEP
> Pay Grade/ Pay Band:  BB009
> Closing Date:  4/1/2015
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> Department of Environmental Protection
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> Division of Air Resource Management, Office of Permitting and Compliance
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> ADVERTISEMENT – OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY
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> ENGINEERING SPECIALIST IVThis is a senior level engineering position that reports to the Environmental Administrator of the Permitting Section of the Division of Air Resource Management's Office of Permitting and Compliance.  The position is primarily responsible for the technical review and processing of applications for air permits issued under the major source (Title V) air operation permit program and the new source review (NSR) air construction permit program.  An Engineering Specialist IV is expected to provide a complete and polished work product including technical details, writing, and grammar.  This is a leadership position responsible for providing support to entry and mid-level engineers and environmental specialists within the Office.  This includes assisting with new employee orientation, providing an overview of the Department’s rules and regulations, detailing the section’s business processes, engaging in technical discussions on specific project details, and conducting peer reviews.
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> JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
> Permit Processing:  Accomplishes the technical work required in the review and processing of applications for air permits, including new source review (NSR) air construction permits and Title V air operation permits.  Reviews assigned applications in a timely manner for completeness, sufficiency, technical and scientific accuracy, and adherence to state and federal requirements.  Drafts specific permit conditions in accordance with Florida Statutes, federal regulations, and Department rules and policies.  Prepares the permit documents including, but not limited to:  draft, proposed, and final permit packages; statement of basis; compliance assurance monitoring (CAM), and Technical Evaluations and Preliminary Determinations, and determinations of Best Available Control Technology (BACT) and Lowest Achievable Emissions Rate (LAER).  Enters all data into the Air Resource Management System (ARMS) upon issuance of each permit.  Recommends process improvements.  Position requires minimal supervision to complete projects.
> Customer Service and Consistency:  Expands expertise in the assigned key industries to provide outstanding service.  Develops an effective working relationship with the primary facility contacts as well as District and Local Program staff to resolve permitting and compliance issues.  For complex or controversial permitting and compliance issues, advises direct supervisor and provides suggestions for making final decisions.  Promotes statewide consistency in permitting and compliance.  Provides technical assistance and guidance to district and local programs, prospective applicants, consultants, and the general public on matters such as minor source permitting, Title V permitting, compliance, enforcement, and monitoring issues for the key industries.  Prepares materials for and attends administrative hearings, as necessary.  Assists in developing, maintaining, and promoting standardized permit templates and model permits.
> Periodic Tasks:  Conducts peer reviews of work conducted by other engineers.  Serves as the Office’s coordinator for updating EPA’s clearinghouse for control equipment determinations and trains a backup.  Works to achieve goals identified in the Division’s Business Plan.
> Other Duties:  Performs other duties as required.
> KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
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> Required:
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> Bachelor’s degree in engineering, meteorology, atmospheric science or other sciences
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> Knowledge of personal computer systems, software & the Internet
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> Skilled in use of data, worksheet, word processing, & presentation software
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> Skilled in technical writing including preparing reports, explaining technical issues and developing presentations
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> Ability to analyze and interpret technical data
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> Ability to plan, organize, & coordinate work projects
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> Ability to manage a team
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> Ability to establish & maintain effective working relationships
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> Ability to work independently
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> Ability to effectively communicate verbally & in writing
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> Ability to understand & apply environmental rules, regulations, policy & procedures
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> Ability to travel
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> Ability to maintain a valid driver's license
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> Preferred:
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> Graduate’s degree in engineering, meteorology, atmospheric science or other sciences
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> Graduate degree coursework in engineering, meteorology, atmospheric science or other sciences
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> At least three years of work experience involving technical issues OR one year of technical work experience plus a graduate level degree
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> Knowledge of industrial pollution sources and/or control equipment
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> Knowledge of processes related to transport & dispersion of pollution
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> Knowledge of contaminant measurement & monitoring
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> Knowledge of modeling techniques related to the transport & dispersion of pollution
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> Ability to learn, operate, and interpret pollution dispersion & chemical transport models
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> Experience with computer programming (e.g., FORTRAN) or development of complex spreadsheets for evaluating data
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> Experience with public speaking & presentations
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> Experience with Geographic Information Systems
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> CONTACT INFORMATION FOR QUESTIONS
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> David Read 850/717-9075 or david.read at dep.state.fl.us
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> The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
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> Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
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> The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. 
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> Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, applicants eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment and are encouraged to apply. However, applicants claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each application submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. All documentation is due by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. For information on the supporting documentation required, click here. Applicants may also fax their supporting documentation to People First at 1-888-403-2110.
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