Natural Resources Analyst

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

This is a Natural Resources Analyst Position in the Air Pollution Monitoring Program of the Air Quality Division (AQD) in Cheyenne.

This position assists in project management and analysis of ambient monitoring from AQD’s statewide ambient air monitoring network as well as industrial monitoring networks; performs data analysis of ambient monitoring and air quality‑related value monitoring data; communicates monitored data to internal DEQ and external audiences such as industry, federal agencies, and the public. This position also assists with field maintenance of the AQD’s statewide ambient air monitoring network.

• Develops, coordinates, and performs environmental data assessments, audits/inspects, and writes detailed reports.
• Makes independent judgment of compliance through inspections/interpretations of regulations and reports.
• Identifies compliance issues with state‑wide entities.
• From an environmental perspective, reviews, analyzes, evaluates, and interprets technical air quality and meteorological data.
• Analyzes air quality data for compliance with Ambient Air Quality Standards, trends, and episodic impacts.
• Makes recommendations concerning the technical data, reports, and enforcement issues.
• Answers technical questions related to policies, procedures, and statutes.
• Conducts and evaluates moderately complex modeling of pollutant transport in the environment.
• Measures, monitors, regulates and manages resources and utilization by applicable laws, regulations, and court decrees.
• Represents the agency in meetings with various State, Federal, and private entities.
• Makes presentations to various interest groups.
• Conducts moderately complex analysis of problems using data collected through physical measurement and inspection.
• Collects, qualifies, and publishes records using scientific equipment.
• Mediates mid‑level disputes between contractors and consultants.
• Participates in the decision‑making process at the mid‑management level.
• Manages multiple moderately complex projects for ambient air quality and meteorological monitoring activities.
• Analyzes moderately complex environmental data and draws conclusions.
• Applies professional judgment in interpreting formulas, templates, or standards as applied to technical data or information and makes recommendations based on reviewed results.

• Knowledge of ambient air quality and air quality‑related value monitoring systems and analytical techniques.
• Skill in evaluating complex technical data and conducting an environmental assessment. Strong analytical and mathematical skills relating to trends and statistical analysis.
• Must possess strong communication skills with particular proficiency in explaining complex technical and/or regulatory issues and concerns to varied audiences.
• Ability to prioritize and work simultaneously on multiple projects with various deadlines and objectives.
• Ability to interpret rules and regulations, and basic knowledge of QA/QC practices. Proficient with a wide variety of computer hardware and software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, R, etc.).

Bachelor's (typically in the Sciences)

0–3 years of progressive work experience (typically in the Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Specialist.

OR 4–6 years of progressive work experience (typically in the Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Specialist.

None

• Requires occasional overnight travel.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to read and work on a computer.
• May require standing, walking, bending, squatting, carrying items, climbing a ladder, driving an automobile, etc.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays.
• Retirement:
  Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future.
• Flexible schedules and work‑life balance options.
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities.

• FLSA:
  Exempt.
• The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality may use a video interview as a mandatory first step of our process. If chosen for a video interview, you will receive an email with all the necessary information to complete the process.

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Contact: deq.hr