State of West Virginia

Technical Analyst Trainee

State of West Virginia  •  $48k - $85k/yr  •  Onsite  •  15 hours ago
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Job Description

Posting number: DEP2700008 PSA

Department: Environment - Environmental Protection

Job classification: Technical Analyst Trainee

Posting type: **PSA** CLASSIFIED-EXEMPT WITH ONLINE APPS

Categories: Environmental Services

This position is classified exempt; therefore, does not fall under the classified service. Alternative work location may be considered.

We welcome you to join our team where we value work/life balance and diversity. We offer a great benefits package that includes 12 paid holidays, insurance and flexible benefits, ample annual and sick leave accrual, flexible work schedules, an Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Initiatives, an optional 457 defined contribution retirement savings plan and more.

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If you want to be a part of this innovative team, apply today.


Employee will be assigned to the Division of Air Quality, Permitting Section. Under close supervision of a licensed professional engineer, performs work at the entry-level, in a training capacity, on a variety of engineering services necessary to the Permitting Section.
Duties include:

  • Review and process New Source Review permit applications to ensure that facilities are operated in accordance with applicable state and federal air pollution control laws and regulations, as well as consistency with sound-engineering practices.
  • Conduct research regarding a facility's current permits and compliance status.
  • Prepare draft permits and other associated documents which are reviewed prior to issuance for accuracy and completeness.
  • Compose reports detailing recommendations, conclusions, and findings.
  • Communicate with the public, industry, and other regulatory agencies when appropriate.
  • Develop and maintain knowledge of existing and new state and federal regulations and air pollution technologies through training and independent study.
  • Prepare a variety of reports and correspondence, update computer data files on a regular basis and initiate procedures for pursuing administrative enforcement actions when appropriate.
  • Conduct field inspections which may require walking over rugged terrain in inclement weather.
  • Employee will perform other duties as required.

Expectations:

  • Must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in civil, electrical, mechanical, environmental or chemical engineering.
  • Must be eligible to be licensed to operate a motor vehicle.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Must be computer literate and proficient in the use of Google Workspace.


Notes:

  • Regular attendance is an essential part of this position.
  • Qualifying applicants will be required to complete an internet-based profile assessment to compare the applicant's thinking and reasoning skills, behavioral traits and the occupational interests against the traits determined to be important to the posted position.
  • The recommended candidate will be subject to a search of his or her Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) prior to being hired and annually thereafter.


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Qualifications

Training: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Engineering.

OR

Substitution: Bachelor's degree from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited college or university with a major in Civil, Electrical, Electrical Design, Mechanical, Chemical or Mining Engineering Technology.

Special Requirement: A valid driver’s license is required.

NOTE: At the appointing agency’s discretion, competitive candidates may receive probationaryappointment pending official verification of the qualifying degree. The qualifying degree must beverified before the employee may be certified permanent.

Supplemental information

PG: 18 $48,098 - $84,558

Market Rate: $75,122

State of West Virginia

About State of West Virginia

Wild & Wonderful West Virginia is a U.S. state located in the Appalachian region of the Southern United States. It is bordered by Virginia to the southeast, Kentucky to the southwest, Ohio to the northwest, Pennsylvania to the north, and Maryland to the northeast. West Virginia is the 41st largest by area and the 38th most populous of the 50 United States. The capital and largest city is Charleston.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Charleston, West Virginia
Year Founded
1863
Website
wv.gov
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