State of Arizona · 22 hours ago

ENVIRONMENTAL LEGAL SPECIALIST 2

Phoenix, AZ

Part-time

Remote

Entry, Mid Level

$50K/yr - $65K/yr

2+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Develop SIPs using accurate air quality data, control analysis methodologies, and technical modeling demonstrations

Conduct complex policy analyses referring to case law, other states' air quality regulations, and EPA guidance to develop and write state regulations for the control of air pollution

Draft and coordinate issuance of environmental regulations

Make recommendations concerning compliance and legal issues

Coordinate and host public meetings, hearings, and presentations for the regulated community and general public with the objective of achieving measurable pollution reduction

Collaborate with other Air Quality Sections, including the air quality data assessment and monitoring, permits, and compliance teams to ensure SIPs contain accurate data, applicable regulations, and compliance methodologies.

Qualification

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State Implementation Plans (SIPs)Clean Air ActEnvironmental regulationsLegal analysisEnvironmental sciencesStatistical analysisEnvironmental researchPublic engagementEnvironmental policyEnvironmental science

Required

Knowledge of State and Federal environmental regulations, including the Clean Air Act, environmental sciences and research, sources of pollution, best practices for preventing the release of pollutants, environmental research, investigation techniques and statistical analysis, Agency policies and processes

Ability to understand and apply environmental rules and statues; to follow guidance documents, standard operating procedures, and other technical instructions in performance of tasks; to prepare clear, concise and accurate reports; and to summarize completed tasks and/or monitoring data orally and in written communication.

Level 2 requires 2 years’ experience (Master’s degree in related field can substitute for 2 years’ experience, and doctorate in related field can substitute for 4 years’ experience).

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Preferred

Juris Doctor Degree (preferred)

Bachelor’s degree or higher in law, environmental/chemical engineering, environmental science, environmental policy, atmospheric chemistry, meteorology, environmental resource management or a related field (preferred, but not required)