Meteorologist - 37011413

METEOROLOGIST - 37011413 Date: Mar 18, 2024 Location: TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32301 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforceoperations/humanresourcemanagement/forjobapplicants/everify) .Requisition No: 825460 Agency: Environmental ProtectionWorking Title: METEOROLOGIST - 37011413Pay Plan: Career ServicePosition Number: 37011413 Salary: Annually $48,600.00 - $52,000.00 (Commensurate based on experience) Posting Closing Date: 03/20/2024 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) Meteorologist State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection INTERNAL AGENCY ONLY Our Organization and Mission: The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state’s lead agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water and land. The vision of DEP is to create strong community partnerships, safeguard Florida’s natural resources and enhance its ecosystem. The Work You Will Do: This is an advanced technical and scientific position in the Division of Air Resource Management’s Office of Business Planning . The primary responsibilities are the review and analysis of air quality using various forms of dispersion and numerical models, along with basic mathematical and statistical analysis of data related to air quality. Such review and analysis may be related to air construction permits, in support of the State Implementation Plan (SIP), state rulemaking, or the state’s ambient air monitoring network. The Difference You Will Make: The Division of Air Resource Management is charged with regulation of Florida’s air resource, including air quality monitoring, permitting and ensuring compliance of emission sources. Through a variety of services for our customers – the public and industry – the division regulates the state of Florida’s air resource fairly, consistently, and efficiently, while implementing state, federal, and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency requirements and enabling the economic development of the state. The Division provides these services through its Director’s Office, Office of Business Planning, Office of Air Monitoring, Permit Review Section, and Compliance Assurance Section. How You Will Grow: DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly. Where You Will Work: Tallahassee, Florida’s Capitol City, lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads combines old world charm with a modern pace of life. Home to two major universities as well as state government, Tallahassee is a mid-sized city in the heart of Florida’s Big Bend. Tallahassee is a highly desirable location for both those seeking their first job or those ready to enter the next exciting chapter in their career. The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

Annual and Sick Leave benefits ;

Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;

State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options ;

Retirement plan options, including employer contributions ( For more information, please click www.myfrs.com );

Flexible Spending Accounts;

Tuition waivers;

And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com .

Pay:

Salary Range Annually $48,600.00 - $52,000.00 (Commensurate based on experience)

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Develops expertise related to air quality modeling, including operation and theory. Utilizes air quality studies to analyze and determine air quality impacts of air emission sources. Reviews and assures the quality of the input data used in the models, including source characteristics and emission rates. Coordinates air permits with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of the Interior. Provides air modeling technical guidance and assistance to division and district employees, local air permitting engineers, and industry experts. Prepares written air quality analyses for permits. Reviews regional numerical modeling and supports the regional planning organization by participating on technical committees.

Reviews new air quality standards and provides technical and scientific support in the development and review of rules and SIP submittals. Participates in rule development, including preparing materials, conducting workshops, interacting with other agencies, the public, industries, businesses, and other stakeholders. Responds to public requests, prepares public presentation materials, and participates in public meetings.

Participates as a team member, or leader, for other air quality-related projects within the division, including the Volkswagen Diesel Emissions Mitigation Program, providing appropriate technical or managerial support. Compares the performance of air quality models with data collected by the ambient air quality and meteorology networks and recommends placement of ambient air monitors.

Analyzes air quality monitoring data and other related information to describe and assess ambient air quality. Analyzes source emissions data contained in annual operation reports and federal databases to assess trends and evaluate air program needs. Graphs trends using spreadsheets and other applications to develop air quality statistics.

Prepares the Department’s air quality forecast for specified cities in Florida on a rotational basis with other members of the division.

Performs other duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of atmospheric processes related to air transport and dispersion

Ability to learn, operate, and interpret air pollution dispersion and chemical transport models

Ability to analyze and interpret technical and scientific data

Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work projects

Ability to work independently

Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing

Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policy, and procedures relating to meteorology and air quality management

Ability to use data, word processing, and presentation software

Ability to be an effective, conscientious and respectful team member

Preferred Qualifications:

Graduate degree or graduate coursework in meteorology, atmospheric science, other sciences, engineering, or public administration

Experience with air pollution dispersion and chemical transport models

Experience with computer programming (e.g., FORTRAN)

Experience with public speaking and presentations

Experience with Geographic Information Systems

Experience with emergency management processes

Other Job-Related Requirements for this position:

Valid Driver’s license

Travel on state business

Abachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in meteorology, atmospheric science, other sciences, or engineering; or any combination of post-secondary education or verifiable related experience, as described above, for a total of four years.

POSITION OF SPECIAL TRUST REQUIREMENT:

This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP-422 (Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility). Any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a Level 2 State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency.

Contact Information:

Elizabeth “Beth” Rogers - elizabeth.rogers@floridadep.gov or 850-717-9019

Preston McLane - preston.mclane@floridadep.gov or 850-717-9041

DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferrable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses:

HRVeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us

HRRecruitment@ FloridaDEP.gov

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. Nearest Major Market:Tallahassee