CA As-Needed Air Quality Specialist

Dudek•, CA

10d•$30 - $35•Hybrid

About The Position

Dudek is seeking an as-needed entry- or mid-level Air Quality Specialist to prepare air quality, greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and energy impact analysis to support projects subject to compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), in addition to participating in climate action planning. To thrive at Dudek, you should be comfortable with freedom and accountability. We value collaborative, resourceful, and independent thinkers. We look for curious, solution-focused people who are able to adapt quickly to an ever-changing industry. There is no single way to solve a problem, so we support your creative approaches to solve problems.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science/Studies, Earth Science, Atmospheric Science/Meteorology, Engineering, or related field of study is required.
Equivalent work experience or training in an environmental discipline may be substituted for the degree.
As a federal contractor, successful candidates are required to pass the following pre-employment requirements prior to beginning employment: pre - employment drug test and background check.

Nice To Haves

Excitement and dedication to learn about air quality and GHG emissions analyses and climate action planning, with existing experience preferred.
Strong communication, writing, and problem-solving skills.
Strong technical aptitude to learn analyses quickly.
Desire to work collaboratively and contribute to team success, helping to take the team to the next level, and takes pride in one’s quality of work.

Responsibilities

Prepare air quality and GHG emissions inventory and mitigation development and report preparation for air quality and GHG impact analyses.
Contribute to climate action plans and related plans such as climate action and adaptation plans.
Prepare energy impact analyses.
Following internal mentoring, prepare air dispersion modeling and health risk assessments (HRAs).
Communicate complex analyses to clients, the public, and decision makers in an understandable fashion.
Work independently, but also actively participate in team brainstorming activities and mentoring of other team members (knowledge sharing).
Manage multiple projects simultaneously, communicating and working directly with clients and various project managers.
Problem solving from both a scientific evidence and creative mindset.
Efficiently manage work time to meet deadlines.