Environmental Protection Specialist (Direct Hire)

Summary As the Air Program Specialist, you will develop and manage air permits and compliance requirements supporting propulsion testing and Center operations. You will conduct emissions inventories and monitoring, prepare technical documentation, ensure compliance with the Clean Air Act, and coordinate with regulatory agencies. You will also manage air program projects, support long range environmental planning, and communicate air quality requirements to leadership, tenants, and stakeholders. Duties Duties described below are at the highest grade advertised. Duties assigned at lower grade levels will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity; duties will be commensurate with the grade of selected employee. Develops, implements, and provides oversight of air permitting and compliance programs for propulsion testing, facility operations, and tenant activities. Serves as the Center's senior technical authority on Clean Air Act requirements; interprets complex regulations, negotiates with regulators, and ensures compliance across all operations. Directs emissions inventories, source testing, monitoring, and modeling; validates data and ensures scientific integrity. Manages major air program projects, budgets, and performance metrics; oversees contractors and interdisciplinary teams. Represents the Center in high level meetings with the Environmental Protection Agency, Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, and other agencies; communicates complex air quality issues to leadership and non-technical audiences. Leads long range air quality planning, risk assessments, and strategy development to support propulsion testing and Center growth. Requirements Conditions of employment This position is open to U.S. citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. This position may require a one-year probationary period. If selected, the requirement to serve such period will be determined by Title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 11. **See Additional Information section** You must meet qualifications requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Position subject to pre-employment background investigation. If selected, you will be required to complete a financial disclosure statement. Qualifications Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. To qualify for GS-12, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level: Assisting with the development and implementation of air permits and Clean Air Act compliance requirements to prepare permit applications and technical documentation, and interpreting federal and state air regulations to coordinate with regulatory agencies on routine permitting and compliance issues; Conducting emissions inventories, source assessments, or monitoring activities, validating data for regulatory compliance, and managing air program projects by tracking performance metrics, managing contractor work, or preparing technical reports and briefings; Serving as a technical point of contact for internal and external partners, communicating air quality requirements to support long range air quality planning and compliance strategies. To qualify for GS-13, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level: Developing, implementing, or overseeing complex air permitting and compliance programs for propulsion testing and facility operations, and serving as a senior technical authority on Clean Air Act requirements to resolve sensitive regulatory issues; Directing large scale emissions inventories, monitoring programs, or modeling efforts to ensure scientific integrity and regulatory defensibility, and managing air program projects, budgets, contractors, consultants, and interdisciplinary teams; Representing an organization in engagements with regulatory agencies and leadership to communicate complex air quality issues to non-technical audiences and lead long range air quality planning, risk assessments, or strategic initiatives that support mission growth. Your resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description, in your own words, of how you meet the required specialized experience. Experience statements copied from a position description, vacancy announcement or other reference material constitutes plagiarism and may result in disqualification and losing consideration for the job. NASA prohibits the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or AI-assisted tool in drafting application and assessment responses. Please visit https://www.nasa.gov/careers/how-to-apply/#Artificial-Intelligence to review NASA's guidance on the use of AI tools during the application process. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information Additional selections may be made for similar positions across NASA within the local commuting area(s) of the location(s) identified in this announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with interested selecting official(s) within NASA. CTAP/ICTAP will be cleared for any additional selection from this announcement. If you have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), you must: - Indicate your eligibility when applying for a position. The questionnaire asks you to identify your ICTAP/CTAP eligibility. - Meet the minimum qualifications requirements for the position - Submit proof that you meet the requirements for CTAP/ICTAP as indicated in 'Required Documents' For additional information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, click here - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/#ictap. Per Executive Order 14343, this position is not part of a bargaining unit. Probationary/Trial Period You may be required to serve a one-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. If selected, the requirement to serve such period will be determined by Title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 11. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. 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