Air Quality Data Analyst (EHM III)
Apply NowCompany: State of South Carolina
Location: Richland, SC 29675
Description:
Salary: $64,424.00 - $104,000.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 175261/61009242
Agency: SCDES-Air
Opening Date: 04/10/2025
Closing Date: 4/20/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: JB60
Position Number:: 61009242 (175261)
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 7
Hiring Range - Min.: $64,424.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $73,261.00
Opening Date: 04/03/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: If you meet the requirements of the position and would like to be considered, you must submit a state application online. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. The quality of the application presented (completeness and accuracy as well as grammar and spelling) will be considered prior to the offer of an interview. A criminal records check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the stated closing date.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Careers at SCDES: Where Passion Meets Preservation
Do you love South Carolina and protecting the environment? Come join our team at SCDES, put your passion to work with us! We are dedicated to protecting the state of South Carolina and we would love to have you as a member of our team!
Science | Service | Sustainability
This position serves as an Air Quality Data Analyst for the . You will perform highly professional and advanced technical duties relating to the annual ambient air monitoring plan, periodic network assessment, and monitoring site evaluations to ensure compliance with all federal ambient air monitoring regulations. You will also assist in verification of data using supporting and alternate data sources, monitoring and sampling methods, relevant environmental data sets, and appropriate statistical tests.
Job Responsibilities:
Minimum and Additional Requirements
Note: Degrees in a related technical field include, but are not limited to, Earth sciences, chemistry, biology, physics, soil science, environmental science, mathematics, etc.
Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application are encouraged to upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency may require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.
Additional Requirements:
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Comments
SCDES is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
The Department will not sponsor H1B visas for this position.
The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Please select which description best describes your level of experience as it pertains to the minimum requirements for this position. Please note, degrees in a related technical field include, but are not limited to, Earth sciences, chemistry, biology, physics, environmental science, soil science, mathematics, etc.
02
Are you a current or previous DHEC or SCDES employee?
03
The hiring range for this position is $64,424 - $73,261. This position will be offered at the lower end of the hiring range. If you are the selected candidate and offered this position, are you willing to accept the salary at the lower end of the hiring range?
04
Will you now or in the future require SCDES sponsorship for employment visa status?
05
This position is headquartered in Columbia. This position requires you to physically report to the designated headquarters daily. Are you able to meet this requirement?
06
Normal working hours for this position will be 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasionally, the performance of these duties requires an employee to work before and after these normal hours and be available to perform disaster-related duties. Would you be able to adhere to these requirements?
07
This position will require outdoor work. Are you able to work outside during adverse conditions (heat, rain, etc.)?
08
Briefly describe any data review experience you have.
09
Do you have any technical writing experience? If yes, please describe.
10
Are you proficient in using Microsoft Office programs such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint? If yes, please describe.
11
Do you have experience in statistical analysis of ambient air monitoring data? If yes, please describe.
12
Do you have any familiarity with EPA regulations as they pertain to ambient air sampling and/or data handling? If yes, please describe.
13
Do you have experience making maps or performing geospatial analysis using ArcGIS? If yes, please describe.
Required Question
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 175261/61009242
Agency: SCDES-Air
Opening Date: 04/10/2025
Closing Date: 4/20/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: JB60
Position Number:: 61009242 (175261)
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 7
Hiring Range - Min.: $64,424.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $73,261.00
Opening Date: 04/03/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: If you meet the requirements of the position and would like to be considered, you must submit a state application online. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. The quality of the application presented (completeness and accuracy as well as grammar and spelling) will be considered prior to the offer of an interview. A criminal records check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the stated closing date.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Careers at SCDES: Where Passion Meets Preservation
Do you love South Carolina and protecting the environment? Come join our team at SCDES, put your passion to work with us! We are dedicated to protecting the state of South Carolina and we would love to have you as a member of our team!
Science | Service | Sustainability
This position serves as an Air Quality Data Analyst for the . You will perform highly professional and advanced technical duties relating to the annual ambient air monitoring plan, periodic network assessment, and monitoring site evaluations to ensure compliance with all federal ambient air monitoring regulations. You will also assist in verification of data using supporting and alternate data sources, monitoring and sampling methods, relevant environmental data sets, and appropriate statistical tests.
Job Responsibilities:
- Lead efforts to handle all aspects of creation and submittal of the annual ambient air monitoring plan including responding to public comments received. Compile information concerning laws, policies, and regulations applicable to the ambient air monitoring network and serve as the section's expert on these issues.
- Conduct annual inspections of monitoring sites to ensure compliance with requirements found in Appendix E to 40 CFR Part 58 and other EPA guidance documents. Prepare and review reports related to the annual inspections of monitoring sites and propose recommendations to management for correcting any siting deficiencies.
- Lead efforts to provide an assessment of efficiency and effectiveness of the ambient air monitoring network by evaluating short- and long-term trends for criteria pollutants. Generate strategies for developing the ambient air monitoring network in a way that will meet Air Program objectives. Prepare and review reports related to the annual inspections of monitoring sites and propose recommendations to management for any changes needed to the monitoring network.
- Utilizing section SOPs and EPA regulations, locate potential new monitoring sites for SC's ambient air monitoring network. In addition, locate, maintain, an operate low-cost sensors in accordance with appropriate section QAPPs in support of BAQ special studies.
- Participate in National, Regional, and statewide organizations and initiatives as requested; represent the Air Program at public meetings, hearings, or other gatherings related to air quality planning.
- Perform other relevant duties as requested.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
- A master's degree in a related technical field;
- OR a bachelor's degree in a related technical field and at least one (1) year of environmental health or related experience;
- OR an associate degree in a related technical field and at least three (3) years of environmental health or related experience;
- OR a high school diploma or GED, and at least five (5) years of environmental health or related experience.
Note: Degrees in a related technical field include, but are not limited to, Earth sciences, chemistry, biology, physics, soil science, environmental science, mathematics, etc.
Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application are encouraged to upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency may require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.
Additional Requirements:
- Able to provide outstanding customer service in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Work effectively in a team-oriented environment and encourage positive working relationships with coworkers, industry, and government officials.
- Ability to successfully complete prescribed technical coursework and pass any test relevant to the position within the probationary period or trial period.
- May require:
- Occasional travel throughout the state.
- Occasional overnight travel.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with, or knowledge of, air quality related activities.
- Knowledge of the principles of ambient air monitoring, sampling, and data analysis.
- Data management skills.
- Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Professional (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Additional Comments
SCDES is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
The Department will not sponsor H1B visas for this position.
The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:
- Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click for additional information.
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available
- Retirement benefit choices *
- State Retirement Plan
- State Optional Retirement Program
- Remote Work: The option of partially remote work is available after successful completion of 6 months to 1 year of employment, based on job functions
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
01
Please select which description best describes your level of experience as it pertains to the minimum requirements for this position. Please note, degrees in a related technical field include, but are not limited to, Earth sciences, chemistry, biology, physics, environmental science, soil science, mathematics, etc.
- I at least have a master's degree in a related technical field.
- I have at least a bachelor's degree in a related technical field and at least one (1) year of environmental health or related experience.
- I have at least an associate degree in a related technical field and at least three (3) years of environmental health or related experience.
- I have a high school diploma or GED and at least five (5) years of environmental health or related experience.
- None of the above.
02
Are you a current or previous DHEC or SCDES employee?
- Yes
- No
03
The hiring range for this position is $64,424 - $73,261. This position will be offered at the lower end of the hiring range. If you are the selected candidate and offered this position, are you willing to accept the salary at the lower end of the hiring range?
- Yes
- No
04
Will you now or in the future require SCDES sponsorship for employment visa status?
- Yes
- No
05
This position is headquartered in Columbia. This position requires you to physically report to the designated headquarters daily. Are you able to meet this requirement?
- Yes
- No
06
Normal working hours for this position will be 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasionally, the performance of these duties requires an employee to work before and after these normal hours and be available to perform disaster-related duties. Would you be able to adhere to these requirements?
- Yes
- No
07
This position will require outdoor work. Are you able to work outside during adverse conditions (heat, rain, etc.)?
- Yes
- No
08
Briefly describe any data review experience you have.
09
Do you have any technical writing experience? If yes, please describe.
10
Are you proficient in using Microsoft Office programs such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint? If yes, please describe.
11
Do you have experience in statistical analysis of ambient air monitoring data? If yes, please describe.
12
Do you have any familiarity with EPA regulations as they pertain to ambient air sampling and/or data handling? If yes, please describe.
13
Do you have experience making maps or performing geospatial analysis using ArcGIS? If yes, please describe.
Required Question