What are the responsibilities and job description for the Permit Specialist (NMED #34658) position at State of New Mexico?
Posting Details
This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.
Department Name: Air Quality Bureau (AQB)
Program Area: Technical Services Unit (TSU)
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 perform a technical and regulatory review of moderately complex air quality construction permit applications and support the Permit Programs Section of the Air Quality Bureau.
How does it get done?
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 Defensive Driving Course certification.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending, and reaching may be required. Infrequent travel to visit industrial sources of air pollution and attend training is required. Must be able to climb stairs and ladders. Normal work schedule is Monday through Friday.
Supplemental Information
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Agency Contact Information: Celina Phelps (505) 716-0721 or Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
For more information on how to apply, please check out the Application Guide: link
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.
This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.
Department Name: Air Quality Bureau (AQB)
Program Area: Technical Services Unit (TSU)
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 perform a technical and regulatory review of moderately complex air quality construction permit applications and support the Permit Programs Section of the Air Quality Bureau.
How does it get done?
- Verify emissions calculations, determining applicable state and federal regulations
- Draft legally enforceable air permits and technical support documents using standardized templates and protocols to compile a quality administrative record
- Complete a variety of special projects that enhance the efficiency of the Section, including project management of software projects, database maintenance, quality assurance, and others
- Process multiple applications simultaneously within regulatory deadlines
- Work to achieve organizational goals
- 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
- 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
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 Defensive Driving Course certification.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending, and reaching may be required. Infrequent travel to visit industrial sources of air pollution and attend training is required. Must be able to climb stairs and ladders. Normal work schedule is Monday through Friday.
Supplemental Information
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Celina Phelps (505) 716-0721 or Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
For more information on how to apply, please check out the Application Guide: link
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.
