Salary: $3,915.20 - $4,111.20 Biweekly
Location : Multiple Locations, AK
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 48933
Department: Environmental Conservation
Division: Air Quality
Opening Date: 01/15/2025
Closing Date: 1/27/2025 5:00 PM Alaska
Division: Air Quality
Position Open To: Department Employees Only
Bargaining Unit: Supervisory
Range: 23
Job DescriptionTHIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION EMPLOYEES ONLYThis position is being recruited for in Anchorage, Soldotna, Wasilla, Fairbanks, or Juneau. Pay will be determined based on location of selected individual.Anchorage, Soldotna, Wasilla salary: $3,915.20Fairbanks salary: $4,032.80Juneau salary: $4,111.20What you will be doing:Looking to join a dynamic team managing Air Quality in Alaska? We are seeking an energetic and highly motivated individual to become the Division of Air Quality's Program Manager for the Air Monitoring and Quality Assurance Program. The Air Monitoring Program conducts long-term and project specific air quality measurements statewide. The Program incorporates 3 sections: the regulatory monitoring section, which operates the state's long-term ambient air quality monitoring stations; the Data Management Section, which maintains the data acquisitions, provides data analyses, and manages the community sensor network: and the Lab and QA sections, which manages the air laboratories and oversees the QA/QC activities for the entire Division. This position reports to the Division Director and plays an important role in the Division management team responsible for ensuring that federal and state air quality requirements are met.
Our organization, mission, and culture:The Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation's mission includes "Conserving, improving, and protecting Alaska's natural resources and environment to enhance the health, safety, economic, and social well-being of Alaskans." Clean air is essential to every breathing moment, and you will be protecting the daily health of Alaskans and the environment! This manager directly supervises 4 staff, 3 supervisors and one senior staff position, and oversees the efforts of 14 program staff looking to conserve, protect, and improve Alaska's air quality through air quality measurements and direct work with the public, permitted industry, and stakeholders. We're looking for folks with great skills and experience in compliance and enforcement programs ready to take on an important leadership role within the Air Quality Division.
The benefits of joining our team:The Air Quality Division has a knowledgeable and passionate leadership team to support you! As a new hire you will have access to training, peer team interaction and technical guidance from others on the leadership team and experienced management staff. This is a performance orientated position, based on your ability to effectively train and retain staff and meet program metrics based on the Divisions responsibilities under the Clean Air Act. Some flexibility in work hours and duty location may be possible. The daily work is people and science based, requiring effective decision making, leadership, and management skills.
The working environment you can expect:This position will be filled in Juneau, Anchorage, Wasilla or Fairbanks, Alaska based on the location of the best candidate. All office locations offer a collaborative atmosphere. The incumbent will generally work in a hybrid telework or office setting. Under general direction, this position performs a variety of functions associated with supervision, management, delegation, and leadership to achieve the goals and requirements associated with implementing state and federal air quality rules and regulations.
We are looking for a candidate that has experience in the following areas: - Chemistry: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of the composition, structure, and properties of substances, and of the chemical processes and transformations, including uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods;
- Environmental Sampling: Knowledge of proper methodology and the design, installation, testing, repair, and/or maintenance of electrical and mechanical sampling equipment, components, instruments, and systems used for sampling environmental media to produce usable high-quality data to characterize and monitor the quality of the environment;
- Quality Assurance: Knowledge of the principles, methods, and tools of quality assurance and quality control used to ensure a product fulfills functional requirements and standards.
- Research: Knowledge of the scientific principles, methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry; including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results;
- Program Oversight: Plans, coordinates, and monitors programs to ensure that federal, state, and/or local government program requirements and plans are met, providing professional consultation on the specialized services of the program or associated project(s).
Special Notice:- Incumbent will be required to travel periodically to work with division staff in other office locations and to participate in community monitoring and planning effort.
- Valid driver`s license required.
Minimum QualificationsCompetency Based Minimum Qualifications Instructions
This job class uses competency based minimum qualifications.
Please ensure your application (through work history, volunteer experience (duties summary), training, education, licenses, certifications, etc.) supports how you have gained the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors (competencies) and that you possess the minimum required competencies for the job class.
Competency Description
The competency description(s) listed below have been designed to promote a common understanding of the essential elements of the job class. They highlight the more general and customary knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), tasks, and behaviors used to describe the competency. They typically list expectations, as opposed to specific tasks, and are to be used only as parameters and guidelines. A competency's description is not intended to exclusively define every KSA, task, and behavior needed to successfully meet the competency, but rather to provide the manager/agency with a broad reference of options as to how an applicant can meet the job expectation.
Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with the following competencies
- Scientific Research - Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of scientific principles related to environmental, ecological, biological, or physical science and the methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry; including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results.
- Stakeholder Management - Knowledge of the concepts, practices, and techniques used to identify, engage, influence, and monitor relationships with individuals and groups connected to a work effort; including those actively involved, those who exert influence over the process and its results, and those who have a vested interest in the outcome (positive or negative).
- Performance Management - Setting clear goals and expectations, tracking progress against the goals, ensuring feedback, and addressing performance problems and issues promptly.
- Fostering Teamwork - The ability to demonstrate interest, skill, and success in getting groups to learn to work together; and develop, maintain, and strengthen partnerships with others inside and/or outside the organization who can provide information, assistance, and support.
- Project Management - Knowledge of the principles, methods, or tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, and managing projects and resources, including monitoring and inspecting costs, work, and contractor performance.
Equivalent to those typically gained by:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in an environmental, physical, biological, or natural science; engineering; planning; or natural resources.
AND
Experience managing the delivery of services in an environmental program and supervising professional level staff.
Additional Required InformationDOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF THE INTERVIEW- Resume
- Cover Letter highlighting your knowledge, skills, and abilities related to this position.
- Copies of post-secondary transcripts, if using education to demonstrate qualifications.
LEGAL EMPLOYMENT The State's online recruitment system, Workplace Alaska, requires applicants to certify that they have a legal right to accept employment in the United States. It is the responsibility of the employee to maintain the appropriate documentation to accept or continue legal employment. The State of Alaska does not function in the role as an employer sponsor.
THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION EMPLOYEES ONLY Candidates must currently work in the Department of Environmental Conservation and hold permanent employment status, or have transfer rights, or, if separated, have rehire rights to this job classification.
EDUCATION To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Omission of required documentation listed will result in an incomplete application and you will not receive further consideration.
NOTE: The State of Alaska does not provide VISA Employer sponsorships.
WORK EXPERIENCE When using work experience not already documented in your application, please provide the employer's name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported, and minimum qualifications are clearly met. Work experience needed to meet the minimum qualifications must be documented in the application. If the application does not support minimum qualifications, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment. A resume will not be used to determine that minimum qualifications have been met for the position in which you are applying. If you are currently or previously been appointed to a flexibly staffed position, please ensure your work experience within a flexibly staffed position indicates the actual dates employed at each level. Ensure your time and any subsequent flex promotion(s) are documented as a separate position. This is required as there are minimum qualifications that require experience at a particular level in which the lower level may not be considered. If this information is not accurately reflected in your application this may cause the processing of your application for consideration to be delayed.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
MULTIPLE VACANCIES This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.
APPLICATION NOTICE You can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or via hardcopy application. If you accessed this recruitment bulletin through a job search portal such as AlaskaJobs or any other database, you MUST use a Workplace Alaska online or hardcopy application to successfully apply. Instructions on how to apply with Workplace Alaska may be found on the Workplace Alaska "How to Apply" webpage, found here:
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For applicant password assistance please visit: Contact InformationFor specific information about the position please contact the hiring manager:Jason OldsAir Quality Director907-465-5109jason.olds@alaska.govCareers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefitsThe following information describes
typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.
For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)
Insurance Benefits - Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
- The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See for additional information.
- AVTEC
- Confidential
- Correctional Officers
- Marine Engineers
- Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
- Supervisory
- Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union
- Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
- General Government
- Labor, Trades and Crafts
- Public Safety Employees Association
- Masters, Mates & Pilots
Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)
Optional Insurance Benefits - Group-based insurance premiums for
- Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
- Long-term and short-term disability
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment
- Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
- Supplemental Survivor Benefits
Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
Retirement Benefits - Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
- Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
- Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
- Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
- Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
- Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options
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Paid Leave & Other Benefits - Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
- Twelve (12) paid holidays a year
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Do you have more than 2 years of practical experience with air monitoring technologies?
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Do you have more than 2 years of practical experience with QA/QC?
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Do you have practical experience operating air sensors?
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Do you have more than 2 years of field work experience in Alaska?
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Do you have more than 2 years of practical experience with data acquisition systems?
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This position is being recruited for in Anchorage, Soldotna, Wasilla, Fairbanks or Juneau. Please indicate which location you wish to be considered for.
- Anchorage
- Soldotna
- Wasilla
- Fairbanks
- Juneau
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