The Air Quality Division is seeking an entry-level permit writer for the Title V Operating Permit Program. A person in this position employs knowledge of scientific principles analytical skills and technical writing ability to prepare draft operating permit documents for major sources of air emissions subject to Title V of the Clean Air Act and Chapter 6 Section 3 of the Wyoming Air Quality Standards and Regulations. This work includes reviewing engineering designs calculations and other permit application documents for details accuracy and completeness; examining the engineering basis for the periodic parameter or emission monitoring; developing the analysis statement of basis and draft operating permit; and participating in cross functional projects within the Air Quality Division. Work is performed under close progressing to moderate supervision. Please visit to learn more about the program and to learn more about Wyoming and Cheyenne.
Human Resource Contact: DEQ HR
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.
Understand and maintain familiarity with sources of regulatory requirements and policy including state statute as well as agency and federal regulations and guidance documents
Interpret and determine the applicability of terms and conditions of pre-existing permits and regulatory requirements
Review permit applications and agency records; organize relevant facility information conforming to program expectations and format guidelines
Summarize and communicate complex information concisely and thoroughly
Follow standard operating procedures and templates for workflow processing document creation and file management
Coordinate with other Division program members and industry applicants
Maintain thorough documentation of work
Manage and maintain progress on multiple large projects at once
Prioritize work effectively over long-term (9-18 month) project timelines
Construct a complete but concise permit that includes all applicable requirements with corresponding monitoring recordkeeping and reporting; prepare organized and accurate technical supporting documents (statement of basis and technical analysis). Examples of the permit and statement of basis document types can be found at utilizing the Facility Class type Title V selecting any Facility ID and viewing Permits.
Proofread technical documents prepared by team members and communicate results
Review engineering calculations reports and analyses
Collaborate with team members and program management on complex regulatory determinations
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
**Please ensure that you attach the following documents when submitting your state application: Cover Letter **Please review your application for completeness and accuracy. Only complete and accurate applications will be reviewed for this position.
KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of air quality permitting principles and practices.
Competent to interpret and apply regulations and policies.
Demonstrates a strong work ethic.
Detail-oriented; ability to discern track and organize pertinent information in a complex environment.
Ability to work as a member of a team of professionals.
Ability to interact with the public regulated entities and other employees in a professional manner.
Ability to meet deadlines with quality products.
Strong level of skill in written spoken and electronic communication.
Competencies in computer applications and programs i.e. word processing and spreadsheets.
Knowledge of scientific methods necessary to solve problems.
Knowledge of underlying principles reasons or facts associated with information or data to draw conclusions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelors (typically in The Sciences)
Experience:
0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Specialist
OR
Education & ExperienceSubstitution:
4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Specialist
Certificates Licenses Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Some travel may be required.
NOTES:
FLSA: Exempt
The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality may use a video interview as a mandatory first step of our process. If chosen for a video interview you will receive an email with all the necessary information to complete the process.
Please ensure that you attach the following documents when submitting your state application: Cover Letter
Please review your application for completeness and accuracy. Only complete and accurate applications will be reviewed for this position.
Description and FunctionsOpen Until FilledGENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Air Quality Division is seeking an entry-level permit writer for the Title V Operating Permit Program. A person in this position employs knowledge of scientific principles analytical skills and technical writing ability to prepare d...
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Air Quality Division is seeking an entry-level permit writer for the Title V Operating Permit Program. A person in this position employs knowledge of scientific principles analytical skills and technical writing ability to prepare draft operating permit documents for major sources of air emissions subject to Title V of the Clean Air Act and Chapter 6 Section 3 of the Wyoming Air Quality Standards and Regulations. This work includes reviewing engineering designs calculations and other permit application documents for details accuracy and completeness; examining the engineering basis for the periodic parameter or emission monitoring; developing the analysis statement of basis and draft operating permit; and participating in cross functional projects within the Air Quality Division. Work is performed under close progressing to moderate supervision. Please visit to learn more about the program and to learn more about Wyoming and Cheyenne.
Human Resource Contact: DEQ HR
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.
Understand and maintain familiarity with sources of regulatory requirements and policy including state statute as well as agency and federal regulations and guidance documents
Interpret and determine the applicability of terms and conditions of pre-existing permits and regulatory requirements
Review permit applications and agency records; organize relevant facility information conforming to program expectations and format guidelines
Summarize and communicate complex information concisely and thoroughly
Follow standard operating procedures and templates for workflow processing document creation and file management
Coordinate with other Division program members and industry applicants
Maintain thorough documentation of work
Manage and maintain progress on multiple large projects at once
Prioritize work effectively over long-term (9-18 month) project timelines
Construct a complete but concise permit that includes all applicable requirements with corresponding monitoring recordkeeping and reporting; prepare organized and accurate technical supporting documents (statement of basis and technical analysis). Examples of the permit and statement of basis document types can be found at utilizing the Facility Class type Title V selecting any Facility ID and viewing Permits.
Proofread technical documents prepared by team members and communicate results
Review engineering calculations reports and analyses
Collaborate with team members and program management on complex regulatory determinations
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
**Please ensure that you attach the following documents when submitting your state application: Cover Letter **Please review your application for completeness and accuracy. Only complete and accurate applications will be reviewed for this position.
KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of air quality permitting principles and practices.
Competent to interpret and apply regulations and policies.
Demonstrates a strong work ethic.
Detail-oriented; ability to discern track and organize pertinent information in a complex environment.
Ability to work as a member of a team of professionals.
Ability to interact with the public regulated entities and other employees in a professional manner.
Ability to meet deadlines with quality products.
Strong level of skill in written spoken and electronic communication.
Competencies in computer applications and programs i.e. word processing and spreadsheets.
Knowledge of scientific methods necessary to solve problems.
Knowledge of underlying principles reasons or facts associated with information or data to draw conclusions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelors (typically in The Sciences)
Experience:
0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Specialist
OR
Education & ExperienceSubstitution:
4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Specialist
Certificates Licenses Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Some travel may be required.
NOTES:
FLSA: Exempt
The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality may use a video interview as a mandatory first step of our process. If chosen for a video interview you will receive an email with all the necessary information to complete the process.
Please ensure that you attach the following documents when submitting your state application: Cover Letter
Please review your application for completeness and accuracy. Only complete and accurate applications will be reviewed for this position.