Air Quality Specialist

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Support and independently perform compliance activities associated with NSPS OOOOa and OOOOb, including annual reporting, recordkeeping, data review, and compliance tracking.
• Support compliance with the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) Ozone Precursor Rule, including data collection, reporting, recordkeeping, and coordination with field operations.
• Prepare or support reporting to the New Mexico Oil Conservation Division (NMOCD) under the Waste Prevention Rule.
• Support assigned Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) programs and associated compliance activities.
• Maintain and track assigned regulatory deadlines, compliance obligations, records, and supporting documentation.
• Review operational and emissions data for completeness and accuracy and coordinate with Operations, Engineering, Measurement, Maintenance, and other personnel to resolve discrepancies.
• Work with internal personnel and third-party consultants to complete assigned permitting, reporting, modeling, and compliance projects.
• Participate in field visits to develop an understanding of facility operations, verify compliance information, and support air quality program implementation.
• Perform other environmental and air quality compliance responsibilities as assigned.
• Some travel will be required for field visits, meetings, and training.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Three or more years of relevant environmental or air quality experience preferred, with oil and gas industry experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated familiarity with applicable federal and state oil and gas air quality regulations, including NSPS OOOOa, OOOOb, JJJJ, NMED, ODEQ, and other applicable regulatory programs.
• Ability to independently manage assigned compliance responsibilities and regulatory deadlines with appropriate oversight.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, including the ability to review large datasets and identify inconsistencies or potential compliance concerns.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required.
• Strong professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate and coordinate with field personnel, technical staff, management, consultants, and regulatory agencies.

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