Natural Resources Planner I

We encourageyou to consider an exciting career with the Maryland Department of theEnvironment (MDE). If you are dedicated to protecting and preserving Marylandsair water land resources and safeguarding the health of all its citizens weinvite you to apply and become a part of our team.

MDE is committed to a mission of protecting and restoring theenvironment for the health and well-being of all Marylanders with a vision ofhealthy vibrant and sustainable communities and ecosystems throughout thestate.

As part of our continuous efforts to optimize performanceand drive success the Natural Resource Planner I is eligible for an annualpromotion. The incumbent may advance to a higher grade within theclassification series based on satisfactory work performance.

Progressive grade levels include:

Natural Resource Planner II Grade 15$62220.00-$96790.00Yearly

Natural Resource Planner III Grade 16$66314.00-$103309.00Yearly

Air and RadiationAdministration

Air Monitoring Program

1800 Washington Blvd.

Baltimore MD 21230

The NaturalResources Planner I is an entry-level position primarily responsible for providinggeneral and technical support for the Air Monitoring Program within the Air andRadiation Administration. This position maintains a network of pollutionmonitoring equipment to assess the health of the States ambient air resourcesengaging in compliance and research projects of moderate complexity. Work forthis role is divided between the lab at the Maryland Department of theEnvironment Headquarters (Montgomery Park North Building) and various fieldlocations.

Keyresponsibilities but not limited to:

• Equipment Operation: Operate and maintain continuous and non-continuous ambient air monitoring equipment including analyzers for particulate matter ozone sulfur dioxide carbon monoxide and nitrogen dioxide along with their respective calibration systems.
• Documentation: Prepare hard-copy instrument logs and electronic data summaries for review by QA staff and Field Operation supervisors.
• Maintenance: Perform regular repairs and maintenance on air monitoring shelters site property and inlet/climate control systems.

Theincumbent in this position will be required to drive a State vehicle.

• Drivers License:A valid drivers license with no more than five points is required to operate a State vehicle.
• Out-of-State Licenses:If you hold an out-of-state license you must provide a certified copy of your driving record from the appropriate Motor Vehicle Administration at the time of appointment.

Applicantsmust satisfy the minimum qualifications to be considered for this position andmove forward in the hiring process. Please read all requirements beforeapplying.

Education: A Bachelors degree from anaccredited college or university in an environmental science or naturalresources planning management or development.

Experience: None.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelorsdegree from an accredited college or university in urban or regionalplanning engineering physical geography or the physical chemicalbiological sciences and one year of experience in natural resources planning orapplied environmental science for the required education.

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forcesmilitary service experience as a commissioned officer in the generalnatural resources management and biological sciences classifications orgeneral natural resources management and biological sciences specialty codes inthe general natural resources management and biological sciences field of workon a year-for-year basis for the required education.

Please note that your answers to thesupplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on yourapplication to receive credit.

• Hands-on experience or knowledge of the operation maintenance calibration and troubleshooting of continuous and manual-based air monitoring instrumentation specific to PM CO NOx SO2 O3 and the calibration systems for these methods.

• Knowledge and/or experience with state or federal regulations pertaining to instrument sampling and operation quality control procedures.

• Knowledge and/or experiencewith evaluating diagnostic information from air monitoring data acquisition systems including pollutant concentrations and instrument operational parameters such as voltages flow rates PMT output and temperatures.

• Hands-on experience or knowledge of operating maintaining and troubleshooting HVAC systems electrical installations/repairs computer hardware installation/repair or using hand and power tools.

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on yourapplication to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Allinformation concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the will not consider the information submitted after candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified and placed ontheeligible (employment) list for at least one year.

Application must be completed. Do not leave work experience not cut and paste resume or answer see questions must be answered thoroughly. Incomplete or one-wordanswers such as yes will result in no credit for thoseresponses.

Should you possess a bachelors/masters degree from a college oruniversity outside of the United States you must have your educationalcredentials evaluated by an approved education review service. Thisevaluation must be submitted prior to hire. For further information you maycall International Consultants of Delaware Inc. at or WorldEducation Services Inc. at 1- or .

All Applicants must be legally authorized to work inthe United States under the Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986. Youmust be legally authorized and possess any necessary documents under this Actin order to be hired in the position for which you applied.

The State of Marylandoffers a generous benefits package that includes:

Flexible work schedules and telework opportunities for many positions

Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis

Generous paid leave that increases with years of service

Paid holidays

Health coverage with low out-of-pocket costs

Employee & employer contributory pension plan

Click on the link belowfor more information.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

It is highly preferred that you apply online. If you are unable to applyonline you may submit the State paper application and supplementalquestionnaire (by the closing date) to or mail to:

Maryland Department of the Environment

OHR - Recruitment and Examination Division

1800 Washington Blvd.

Baltimore MD 21230

Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing theapplication.

For questions regarding this recruitment please contact Olivia Sterrettat . If you have difficulties submitting your online applicationplease contact the Department of Budget and Management Recruitment andExamination Division at or

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People withdisabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equalopportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruitment retaining andpromoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity. MDE isdedicated to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Westrive to cultivate an inclusive environment where differences are celebrated.