Salary: $6,612.67 - $7,347.60 Monthly
Location : Lander, WY
Job Type: Permanent Full-time
Job Number:
Department: Department of Environmental Quality
Division: Air Quality
Opening Date: 06/22/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Determined by Position
Job Classification: ENEG10

Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Air Quality Division (AQD) Compliance Inspector performs high-level complex engineering tasks related to air quality compliance assurance within several Wyoming counties. Inspects and evaluates wide-ranging industrial facilities, processes, and emission control equipment. Works with industry personnel regarding design, construction, and operation of facilities to ensure regulatory compliance. Writes clear, concise, and detailed reports based on evaluations. Provides engineering knowledge and guidance to industry partners and the public regarding air quality practices with the aim of reducing pollution and improving the airshed.
Human Resource Contact:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.

• Ensures that facilities meet technical, policy, and regulatory requirements; recognizes and flags concerns; suggests modifications or improvements.
• Confers with industry personnel to ensure goals are achieved and requirements met.
• Assists with formal and informal training of personnel in use of software and monitoring equipment.
• Provides technical assistance as required; inspects and monitors projects for quality and cost control.
• Performs feasibility analysis to ensure effective solutions.
• Assists with the selection and oversight of consultants and engineering firms assigned or contracted on projects.
• Trains, coaches, and mentors entry-level inspectors and other AQD staff regarding industry processes and environmental regulations.
• Maintains documentation on projects.
• Provides oversight and evaluation of projects related to air quality and controls.
• Reviews technical submissions, permits, reports, inspections, and monitoring data.
• Applies professional judgment, scientific knowledge, and accepted industrial practices to evaluate industrial processes.
• Conducts independent field work and inspections.
• Evaluates compliance reviews by facility staff, contract employees, and/or consultants.
• Reviews progress and inspects corrective actions; manages multiple complex projects for corrective actions or reclamation.
• Observes and analyzes source sampling procedures used by facilities; provides corrective action when necessary to ensure compliance with established test methods and procedures; uses scientific principles and knowledge to evaluate results.
• Develops and provides written reports, memos, and comments.
• Works with the Attorney General's Office and/or the AQD Stationary Source Compliance Program to provide support, materials, and/or technical expertise in legal actions or enforcement actions taken by the State of Wyoming, DEQ, or AQD as needed. Also works with other programs in the Air Quality Division to further the goals of air quality improvement across all programs.
• Analyzes and responds to public comments, observations, and complaints regarding emissions sources or facilities.

Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference may be given to those with experience in air pollution control or industry processes related to air quality, e.g., baghouses, electrostatic precipitators, cyclonic controls, engine catalysts, and stationary and mobile engines.

Preference may be given to those with experience in Oil & Gas facility or equipment design, inspection, or maintenance.
KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of current principles of engineering.
• Knowledge of industrial processes and pollution controls.
• Knowledge of Federal and State Air Quality rules and regulations.
• Knowledge and ability to produce written reports concerning observations and compliance.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (in Engineering)

Experience:

1-2 years of progressive work experience in Engineering

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Professional Engineer's (PE) License Required at time of hire - (Wyoming PE required within one year of hire date.)
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Inspections may require the ability to travel, work outside in inclement conditions, climb ladders and/or catwalks, and navigate other potentially challenging terrain.
NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt
• The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality may use a video interview as a mandatory first step of our process. If chosen for a video interview, you will receive an email with all the necessary information to complete the process.

Supplemental Information
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(ENEG10) Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering?

• Yes
• No

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(ENEG10) Do you have a Master's Degree or Higher in Engineering?

• Yes
• No

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(ENEG10) How many years of relevant work experience or transferable skills do you have related to the job description?

• No relevant experience.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Two (2) to less than four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Four (4) or more years of relevant experience.

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(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
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(ENEG10) Do you possess a Professional Engineer's (PE) License? (Wyoming PE required within one year of hire date.)

• Yes
• No

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*(ENEG10) Please provide your license number below.
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*(ENEG10) Do you acknowledge that you must obtain a Wyoming (PE) License within one year of the hire date if you do not currently hold one?

• Yes
• No

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(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government Jobs @www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

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(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
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(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.
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