Air Quality Planner I – Clean Fuels and Energy Programs

Job Description

Are you looking to join an award-winning organization with a culture built on innovation and public service? Are you looking for a position that offers a hybrid work schedule with work from home options?

The Transportation Department of the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is seeking an Air Quality Planner I or II to assist with the creation and implementation of strategies to support the transition to cleaner transportation fuels, optimize the integration of cleaner transportation with the energy sector, and develop a regional air quality improvement plan. A successful candidate should have interest in reducing the environmental impacts of transportation using alternative fuel vehicles, with emphasis on zero-emission vehicles. This position will support work of the Dallas-Fort Worth Clean Cities Coalition (www.dfwcleancities.org) and work is highly collaborative, working not only within the NCTCOG team, but also with external stakeholders, including local government staff, fleets, citizen groups, associations, and industry representatives. This posting is for the Air Quality Planner I position. Applicants wishing to be considered for this position should apply online at https://www.nctcog.org/Careers. To be considered for the Air Quality Planner II position or any other NCTCOG position that may currently be open, applicants need to apply online separately for those postings. All submittals should include a cover letter summarizing work experience, as well as a current resume.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Maintaining awareness of the latest developments in the alternative fuel and electric vehicle industries, including issues related to how electric vehicles and the electric grid interact
• Assisting with the identification and communication of region-specific best practices to support resilience of alternative fuel infrastructure, especially electric vehicle charging
• Assisting with the selection of region-appropriate emissions-reduction strategies for a regional air quality improvement plan
• Contributing to the drafting of a regional air quality improvement plan
• Providing assistance in the planning of meetings and/or other events for stakeholders, including educational webinars, peer exchanges, etc.
• Developing and maintaining knowledge of air quality grant programs such as the Texas Emissions Reduction Plan, Diesel Emissions Reduction Act, the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program, or other competitive grants to support local stakeholders
• Providing assistance in the development, implementation and monitoring of project and program goals, performance measures, and milestones
• Drafting, for supervisor review and approval, responses to stakeholder inquiries and providing excellent customer service
• Monitoring impacts of State and federal policies, rules, and legislation
• Drafting, for supervisor review, correspondence, grant applications, technical reports, and other documents
• Assisting with the update and restructure of key websites, including www.nctcog.org/airquality, www.dfwcleancities.org, www.dfwcleancities.org/evnt, and www.conservenorthtexas.org
• Drafting content for newsletters and social media
• Preparing and delivering oral presentations
• Participating in outreach events and/or meetings to inform stakeholders and the public of project information

Required Skills

• Excellent verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Excellent written communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging to various audiences
• Strong data collection, mathematical and analytical skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams
• Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
• Detail oriented, highly organized, and ability to multi-task on short deadlines
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Working knowledge of electric vehicles and/or the electric utility industry preferred

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in analytical, quantitative methods
• One year or less of job-related experience

Starting Salary Range

Minimum of $45,736.00 – $54,883.20 annually

The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is a voluntary association of, by and for local governments, and was established to assist local governments in planning for common needs, cooperating for mutual benefit, and coordinating for sound regional development. NCTCOG's purpose is to strengthen both the individual and collective power of local governments and to help them recognize regional opportunities, eliminate unnecessary duplication, and make joint decisions. Since 1974, the North Central Texas Council of Governments has served as the Metropolitan Planning Organization for transportation in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metropolitan Area and is responsible for developing transportation plans and programs that address the complex needs of the rapidly growing area. The planning area for transportation includes the 12 counties of Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Hood, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Parker, Rockwall, Tarrant, and Wise.

The agency offers generous benefits, a friendly atmosphere with open communications for cooperative decision making, and challenging opportunities. The environment encourages both individual and team growth, responsibility, and innovation.

NCTCOG is recognized as a military-friendly employer and values the knowledge, experience, and skills acquired during your military service career. All qualified veterans are invited to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
NCTCOG is an equal opportunity employer/program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other classifications covered under federal, state, or local laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Background Check & Drug Testing:
All selected candidates must undergo a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Background checks include national criminal background check, employment history, motor vehicle record check, social security verification, education verification, and other elements as needed. NCTCOG is committed to a safe and drug free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping NCTCOG safe and drug free. In order to receive an offer of employment from NCTCOG, selected candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment background check and drug screening.

E-Verify:
The North Central Texas Council of Governments participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

Job postings are kept open for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may close anytime thereafter at the discretion of the hiring manager.