Target -Air Pollution Control Engineer 1
Recruitment #191125-3389ES-001
Location |
Windsor, CT
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Date Opened | 11/26/2019 11:00:00 AM |
Salary | $55,625 per year |
Job Type | Open to the Public |
Close Date | 12/8/2019 11:59:00 PM |
At the State of Connecticut, Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP), we are dedicated to conserving, improving and protecting our natural resources and the environment and increasing the availability of cheaper, cleaner and more reliable energy.
DEEP has a current job opportunity for an Engineer Intern within the Bureau of Air Management, Planning and Standards Division, Data Management and Network Planning Group. Engineer Interns receive training under the direction of a supervisor or senior staff for a period of up to one year before being promoted to the target class of Air Pollution Control Engineer 1 upon successful completion of the training period.
This position provides a unique opportunity to join a team committed to improving air quality in Connecticut by assisting in performing quality assurance and quality control on data generated by the state’s ambient air quality monitoring network and associated data management systems. This position may also assist with developing analytics to support communication tools for air quality data users including the regulated community, academia, environmental advocates and the general public.
This position is full-time, 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday.
Applicants must include a resume within the "Resume Tab" of their application.
Questions about this position should be directed to the hiring agency's human resources office: DEEP.HumanResources@ct.gov, (860)424-3006.
This position is non-competitive. Open to the public.
Bachelor’s degree in Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Environmental or Physical Sciences, or Environmental Engineering or a related engineering discipline is required.
Performs a wide variety of increasingly difficult duties as technical skills are acquired during course of training period.
The specific duties include:
Strong computer skills in data analysis and presentation, proficiency with spreadsheets and additional software experience with applications such as databases and geographic information systems
Training and/or knowledge in applying basic federal/state laws, rules, and regulations;
Ability to comprehend and follow relatively complex technical, oral and written instructions;
Training in and ability to prepare clear and technically sound reports and presentations;
Some knowledge of fundamental principles involved in air pollution control, prevention and abatement, computer modeling, or meteorological forecasting;
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
Strong oral and written communication skills; and
Training and/or experience working in a team as well as independently.
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.