Air Quality Communications Systems Analyst

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About the Position

Do you have a passion for data and are adept at communicating it to others?

As the Air Quality Communications Systems Analyst, you will serve as a valuable resource and a critical member of a large and diverse team committed to improving and protecting Maricopa County's air quality. The position focuses on providing professional-level research, analysis, and implementation of technology enhancements within the division in coordination with other county departments and vendors. In this role, you will utilize a variety of skills and technology to provide the vital link between the production of air quality data and its dissemination to our internal and external customers. Your work will contribute to the department's mission of improving the air of Maricopa County so customers, residents, and visitors can live, work, and play in a healthy environment.

About Us

Located in one of the fastest-growing and largest counties in the nation, the Maricopa CountyAirQualityDepartment continues to develop innovative programs and engage the community so customers, residents, and visitors can live, work, and play in a healthy environment.Airqualityhas improved significantly over the last 20 years, and the department remains committed to increasing compliance withairqualitypermits and regulations and strengthening the community's knowledge ofairqualityissues. From continually monitoring theairwe breathe to permitting and inspecting sources ofairpollution, developing award-winning school education and pollution reduction programs, and increasing outreach efforts, the department strives for excellence in all we do to meet our goals.

Proud to Offer

• Work with a greater purpose

• Tuition reimbursement

• Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options

• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

• Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively

• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts

• Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

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We Require

• Two years of professional analytical experience, which includes working with database systems, including data acquisition, evaluation, and system analysis

• Bachelor's degree in public or business administration, communications, computer science, natural sciences, or a relevant field

• A combination of post-secondary education and/orjob-related experience may substitute for theminimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis

Other Requirements

• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire

We Also Value

• Two years of experience in air quality or air monitoring

• Experience setting up data communication equipment (i.e., routers, modems, Modbus communication)

• Experience in maintaining a cloud-based server using Microsoft SQL Server

• Advanced skills and experience using computer applications, including database management, data acquisition, and word processing software such as Microsoft Excel to develop reports, charts, and analyses of data

• Experience working with federal air monitoring rules, regulations, and policies

• Experience working with state, local, and federal agencies

Job Contributions

• Update and maintain the division's communication technologies, including communication with instruments, databases, websites, and outreach kiosks

• Create and update documentation relating to the division's maintenance of the AirVision Database, IMPACT Database, and outreach kiosks

• Research, develop, and recommend improvements of all division technology resource needs

• Research, document, and monitor procedural and workflow plans

• Operate a vehicle to install, maintain, or repair modems, kiosks, and computers

• Prepare technical reports and project summaries for distribution to stakeholders

Working Conditions

• The work will occur in an office and field environment for this role

• While performing the duties & responsibilities in the field environment, the employee may be exposed to loud noise, noxious odors, unsanitary conditions, chemicals, electricity, moving mechanical parts, varying weather conditions, and other related conditions and situations. May be subjected to vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises while working in the field

• Protective Equipment is required when working in the field (i.e., Safety boots, earplugs, dust masks, safety glasses, hard hat)

• Must be able to lift up to 20-25 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly. Ability to move objects up to 25 pounds, lifting floor-to-waist, and pushing/ pulling up to 25 pounds

• The position may require travel during a scheduled workday, subject to County policies regarding the use of County vehicles and/or private vehicles used in County business

Selection Procedure

• Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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