Environmental Analyst (NMED #12061)

Posting Details

Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of the closing date.

Department Name: Environmental Protection Division
Program Area: Air Quality Bureau

Looking for a rewarding career and growth opportunity? The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) is seeking highly engaged talent to assist us in our mission to protect and restore the environment and foster a healthy and prosperous New Mexico for present and future generations. Come be a part of our great team for change! Learn more at: https://www.env.nm.gov/

As a valued new employee to the NMED, you will receive five (5) full days of leave in your leave balances right from your start date.
Why does the job exist?

The purpose of the position is to provide technical guidance on air quality regulations to small businesses and to evaluate their potential need for registration with the Department, or their need to obtain an air permit.
How does it get done?

• Conduct technical assessments of businesses based on their processes and air emission levels.
• Determine applicable regulatory components of the Clean Air Act and New Mexico Administrative Code for the facility.
• Explain regulatory requirements and details to small businesses.
• Review National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requests for relevance to Clean Air Act components, as necessary.

Who are the customers?

• New Mexicans to protect and restore the environment
• Occasional contact with external Federal, State and Local regulatory bodies as well as contractors and environmental not for profit organizations
• Internal staff

Ideal Candidate

• New Mexicans to protect and restore the environment
• Occasional contact with external Federal, State and Local regulatory bodies as well as contractors and environmental not for profit organizations
• Internal staff

Minimum Qualification

Bachelor's degree in Physical, Natural, or Environmental Science, Soil Science, or Engineering and two (2) years of work experience in public/environmental health, environmental science, Air Quality Management, Biology, Engineering, Chemistry, Geology, Hazardous Waste Management, Wildlife Management, and/or Water Resources. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling six (6) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Employment Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive a Defensive Driving Course certificate as a condition of continued employment.
Working Conditions

Working Conditions for individual positions in this classification will vary based on each agency's utilization, essential functions, and the recruitment needs at the time a vacancy is posted. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
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Agency Contact Information: Rosanne Sanchez (505) 629-3938 or Email

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For more information on how to apply, please check out the Application Guide: https://www.spo.state.nm.us/work-for-new-mexico/faq
Bargaining Unit Position

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.