Modeler

Job Title:

Modeler 1

JR

1

Day (United States of America)

MODELER 1 - $64,480.00
MODELER 2 - $70,928.00
MODELER 3 - $78,020.80

This position is in the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) – Air Protection Branch – Planning and Support Program – Data and Modeling Unit (DMU). The DMU performs dispersion modeling to better understand the impacts of facility emissions on ambient air quality. Specifically, the DMU performs quarry modeling, toxic air pollutant modeling, and PSD modeling for issuance of air permits. In addition, DMU perform dispersion modeling for special projects.

Modelers may be asked to utilize the following models: AERMOD, AERMET, AERMAP, AERSCREEN, AERSURFACE, BPIPPRIM, CALPUFF, ISC3, SCREEN3, and the Weather Research and Forecast (WRF) meteorological model. The incumbent should have strong verbal and written communication skills.

Under supervision, applies knowledge of science or engineering in the use of mathematical models to simulate natural systems and to analyze the consequences of future conditions and management alternatives and to interpret the results.

Preference may be given to applicants with:
1. Advanced degree (Master’s or Ph.D.) 2. Strong background in facility-level emission inventory development, meteorological modeling, and/or atmospheric chemistry
3. Experience running air dispersion models (e.g., AERMOD, CALPUFF, ISC, SCREEN3) 4. Experience with EPA rules and guidance related to air permitting
5. Experience with EPA rules and guidance related to air permit modeling
6. Strong background in scientific computer programming (FORTRAN, Python), database management (ACCESS, MYSQL), and Geographic Information System (GIS)

Bachelor’s degree in a science or engineering from an accredited college or university.

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.