ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 37010940
The Environmental Specialist I supports the Division of Air Resource Management by maintaining air monitoring databases, developing quality assurance documentation, validating ambient air quality data, and conducting data audits to ensure regulatory compliance. This entry-level role involves collaboration with field technicians and IT personnel, preparation of technical reports, and participation in training and laboratory operations, contributing to the Confidential Client's environmental protection efforts.
About Careertakes
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What You’ll Do
This is an entry-level Environmental Specialist role supporting ambient air monitoring and quality assurance activities. You will work closely with program staff and IT to maintain air monitoring databases, support data validation, and help produce technical documentation that ensures data are accurate and legally defensible.
- Maintain and update the DEP Air Monitoring Validation Program (AirMVP) database: sites, parameters, area codes, security codes, and other records
- Assist field technicians, local programs and industry partners with data-entry issues and database questions
- Perform data validation and periodic audits to verify accuracy, completeness and regulatory compliance of ambient air quality data
- Review data, prepare technical evaluations and recommend corrective actions when data quality goals are not met
- Develop, revise and distribute quality-assurance documentation: SOPs, technical notes, how-to guides, forms and manuals
- Support meeting coordination, training materials and documentation (presentations, videos, notes)
- Learn and contribute to laboratory operations support as needed
- Provide clear written reports and maintain records for internal and external stakeholders
- Lift and carry equipment (up to 50 lbs) and travel on state business as required
What We’re Looking For
Minimum qualifications and core skills required to do the job well.
- At least four years of verifiable related experience OR a bachelor’s degree in a natural science or engineering from an accredited college/university (post-secondary degrees may substitute year-for-year)
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel on state business
- Experience or aptitude with database programs and records maintenance
- Basic quantitative skills and comfort performing math and data analysis
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to prepare technical reports
- Knowledge or willingness to learn federal and state regulations relevant to ambient air monitoring
- Ability to work independently, plan and organize assignments, and be an effective, respectful team member
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Position of Special Trust — successful background screening required
Preferred (not required)
- Experience with air monitoring programs, AirMVP or other environmental data systems
- Experience writing or revising SOPs, QA documentation, or technical guidance
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $43,617 - $46,617 annually (commensurate with experience)
- Competitive state-employee benefits package typically includes:
- Annual and sick leave
- Nine paid holidays + one personal holiday each year
- Health, dental, vision and life insurance options
- Retirement plan options with employer contributions
- Tuition waivers and professional development resources
- Access to a Total Compensation Estimator tool and other employee programs
Additional Information
- Posting closes: 2026-11-06
- This role is classified as FULL_TIME
- Background screening is required due to the Position of Special Trust designation
- Confidential Client encourages veterans and applicants with disabilities to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available per applicable law; contact Careertakes if you need assistance navigating the hiring process.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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