Air Quality Compliance Supervisor 2026-01840

Air Quality Compliance Supervisor 2026-01840

Salary

$7,184.67 - $7,983.73 Monthly

Location

Cheyenne, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-01840

Department

Department of Environmental Quality

Division

Air Quality

Opening Date

07/20/2026

Closing Date

8/19/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Job Classification

ENNR11

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description and Functions

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The air quality compliance supervisor will supervise the day-to-day tasks of the asbestos section, enforcement section, and environmental audit section. The compliance supervisor is the first contact for determining if violations of state or federal regulations are present and makes recommendations for enforcement activity. The compliance supervisor will engage with EPA regarding joint state/federal enforcement actions as well as overseeing agreements established for cooperative federalism.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
• and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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Human Resource Contact: deq.hr@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

• Directs, supervises, and evaluates the performance of professional engineering, inspection, and technical staff across the Enforcement, Asbestos, and Environmental Audit sections.
• Oversees workload distribution, safety protocols, and ongoing training programs for multi-district personnel to ensure standardized, equitable regulatory enforcement across Wyoming.
• Reviews and analyzes complex technical documentation, gas analyses, stack test results, and field inspection notes to identify non-compliance.
• Formulates and issues authoritative enforcement recommendations, including formal Notices of Violation (NOVs), administrative orders, and corrective action plans in strict accordance with the Wyoming Air Quality Standards and Regulations (WAQSR).
• Leads and oversees formal settlement discussions and resolution conferences with regulated corporations, small businesses, and individuals.
• Directs the development of technically sound, legally binding consent decrees and appropriate administrative penalty structures to achieve rapid corrective action and environmental remediation.
• Serves as the primary division liaison to the U.S. EPA, managing the negotiation and execution of the Air Quality portions of the Performance Partnership Agreement (PPA) and State Review Framework (SRF).
• Collaborates extensively with agency administrators, section leads, and assigned legal counsel (Assistant Attorneys General) to prepare legally defensible case files.
• Ensures all proposed enforcement actions, penalty calculations, and settlement terms conform to state statutory limitations and can withstand formal contested case litigation.
• Demonstrates a high level of computer competency utilizing, auditing, and extracting data from specialized regulatory databases and enterprise software platforms (e.g., WDEQs IMPACT system, federal ICIS-Air/ECHO, and state workflow management applications).
• Evaluates the practical field enforceability of proposed rules, state implementation plans (SIPs), and federal mandates (such as NSPS and NESHAP standards).
• Develops internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), compliance guidance documents, and regulatory interpretations to ensure division staff applies enforcement-first principles consistently across all jurisdictions.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Bachelor's Degree with a preference in engineering, environmental, physical, or natural sciences or a closely related field plus 3-5 years of progressive work experience in the same with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resource Program Supervisor.

Preference may be given to applicants with verifiable technical writing experience.

Preference may be given to applicants who previously worked with governmental enforcement of state and federal regulations.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of environmental concepts, especially in relation to enforcement
• Knowledge of and ability to read, research, interpret, and apply federal and state environmental laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures, as well as facility inspection and remediation processes.
• Knowledge of industrial processes and pollution controls.
• Detail-oriented; strong ability to discern, track, and organize pertinent information in a complex regulatory environment.
• Strong ability to organize and manage a large workload, ability to meet deadlines with quality product.
• Ability to work as a member of a team of professionals and balance disparate goals/priorities.
• Ability to interact with the public, regulated entities, and other employees in a professional manner.
• Skilled at leading by example and demonstrating a strong work ethic.
• High level of skill in written, spoken, and electronic communication.
• Ability to utilize available information to make timely decisions.
• Ability to train, develop, and mentor staff.
• Ability to work independently within areas of major responsibility and resolve conflicts and disputes.
• Knowledge of the principles of scientific measurement and experiment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree (typically in The Sciences)

Experience:

1-3 years of progressive work (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Principal

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

4-7 years of progressive work experience (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Principal

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Participation in the various groups as Wyomings representative may require some travel at times.

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

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

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WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else - wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax.

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(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associates Degree
• Associates Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelors Degree
• Bachelors Degree and additional coursework
• Masters Degree
• Masters Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03

(ENNR11) 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.
• Three (3) to less than four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Four (4) or more years of relevant experience.

04

Have you previously worked with governmental enforcement of state and federal regulations?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have verifiable technical writing experience?

• Yes
• No

06

(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.

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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

08

(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.

09

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees 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.

10

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans preference disclosure.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

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(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veterans military service, and wish to claim veterans preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans preference status. By requesting veterans preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veterans Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

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(A2) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

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General Description Section

Statewide, Wyoming, 82002

Phone 307-777-7188

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm