The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is seeking diverse individuals from all backgrounds to apply for a career position that will make a direct impact on improving the lives of Virginia.

What you will be doing:
The Northern Regional Office is seeking applicants with environmental or engineering backgrounds through education or experience to provide permitting support for the DEQ’s Air Permitting Programs; prior experience not necessary.

The position will primarily process air permit applications under the New Source Review and Title V Programs and provide assistance to the Air Compliance section of DEQ. DEQ is tasked with carrying out the Clean Air Act and the Air Pollution Control Law of Virginia. This position aids in DEQ’s goal of protecting the citizens of the Commonwealth by ensuring that air pollution sources in the Northern Virginia are properly evaluated and permitted in accordance with both State and Federal Regulations. This position reviews permit applications for regulatory applicability and drafts air emissions permits by preparing all necessary documents in a timely manner, with technical, regulatory and procedural accuracy, employing appropriate engineering practices and calculations, pollution control considerations, regulatory standards, and, where applicable, consideration of pollution prevention approaches; provides technical and administrative support to DEQ personnel and the public; participates in public outreach, meetings and hearings; assists with special assignments as needed; inspects sources and assists with compliance and enforcement; maintains and uses databases to support agency programs; and foster a collaborative work environment supportive of all agency program goals.

Why DEQ?
DEQ employs a wide range of professionals in varying fields – from engineers and scientists to information technology and communications specialists. All positions work collectively toward one goal: safeguarding Virginia’s diverse and abundant natural resources, which benefit agriculture, industry, and commerce, and provide a rich environment for people, plants and wildlife. If you seek to be a part of this Mission, Vision, and culture, while also enjoying a wide range of state benefits, we encourage you to join today. To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at https://www.deq.virginia.gov