Air Toxics Risk Assessor - Research Scientist 2

Working Title: Air Toxics Risk Assessor

Job Class: Research Scientist 2

Agency: Pollution Control Agency

• Job ID : 76244

• Location : Various

• Telework Eligible : Yes - Full-time telework eligible

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers.

• Date Posted : 05/1/2024

• Closing Date : 05/14/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Pollution Control Agency / Pollution Control-MAPE

• Division/Unit : Environmental Analysis & Outcomes / Risk Evaluation Air Modeling Unit

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $30.55 - $45.02 / hourly; $63,788 - $94,001 / annually

• Job Class Option : Risk Assessment

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (~~~/) : Yes

This position may be located at one of the MPCA office locations: Duluth, Brainerd, St. Paul, Rochester, Detroit Lakes, Marshall or Mankato

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

*** This posting will be used to fill a total of three (3) vacancies and may be located in any of the following offices: Duluth, Brainerd, St. Paul, Rochester, Detroit Lakes, Marshall or Mankato. ***

This position exists to evaluate and interpret regulatory computer dispersion models of assigned facilities that emit criteria pollutants and other toxic pollutants into the air to ensure that existing and proposed industry sources will be operated in such a way as to prevent significant deterioration of Minnesota's air quality. The incumbent conducts the technical review and approval of air dispersion modeling analyses required by the Federal Clean Air act, specifically for determining compliance with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) of Air Quality, Minnesota air modeling policy and State Implementation Plan (SIP) requirements and Minnesota air toxic policy. The incumbent also provides technical support on air dispersion modeling methods, policy, and regulatory areas to division and agency staff, the public, industry, environmental groups, and others.

Minimum Qualifications

Position requires a broad range of technical and organizational skills, knowledge and abilities with respect to air dispersion modeling and the state and federal air regulatory program. The incumbent must possess knowledge of atmospheric transport and removal processes of pollutants, state and federal air regulatory programs, principles related to air resources, air dispersion, meteorology, and application of atmospheric dispersion models.

Requires a Master's degree in the sciences related to: atmospheric science, meteorology or environmental, chemical, or civil engineering with experience and/or training in applying principles of air pollution, meteorology, fate and transport of chemicals in environment, and atmospheric processes within the context of federal state environmental laws, regulations and guidance.

OR

A bachelor's degree in the sciences related to: atmospheric science, meteorology or environmental, chemical, or civil engineering and two years of experience applying principles of air pollution and regulation, meteorology, fate and transport of chemicals in environment, and atmospheric processes within the context of federal state environmental laws, regulations and guidance.

Candidates must also possess good communication skills.

Ability to work effectively with peers and fellow team members.

Ability to analyze, organize and present information and develop recommendations in concise written form and through effective presentation.

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency will not sponsor applicants for work visas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

BS or MS in chemical, environmental, or civil engineering or atmospheric science/meteorology.

Experience in applying regulatory air dispersion models.

Experience with air quality and/or meteorological modeling.

Experience with air pollution toxicology studies.

Experience in using statistical tools, geospatial analysis or applying GIS tools to evaluate environmental issues.

Physical Requirements

Requires occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as file folders, ledgers, and small equipment. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties.

Additional Requirements

Position duties may require travel, but driving is not a minimum qualification or essential function of this position. Employees who may drive for state business will need their driver's license checked prior to operating a state vehicle.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at ~~~ or email ~~~ . Please indicate what assistance is needed.