Air Quality Specialist

The Opportunity:

The Environmental Protection Branch is seeking a motivated and independent individual as an Air Quality Specialist in the Air Quality section.

The Air Quality Section is responsible for monitoring, assessing, and managing air quality across the province to protect human health and the environment. Our work supports transparent reporting, regulatory decision-making, emergency response and long-term air quality planning at regional, provincial and national levels.

The relevant education required for this position would typically be gained through a degree in environmental sciences, natural sciences, engineering, or environmental studies/diploma and significant experience in related discipline.

• Administers regulatory programs and inspections ensuring compliance with provincial regulations.  
• Assists in policy and legislation development and resolves complex environmental and public health issues related to the province's ongoing development of mining, industrial, commercial, air quality, solid waste management, and impacted sites programs.  
• Provides leadership and mentorship to colleagues and provides support to the unit manager.

Job Capabilities:

As a public servant, we are seeking someone who:

• Is accountable, takes ownership of their work by contributing to organizational outcomes and demonstrates the corporate values in our Commitment to Excellence.
• Is innovative and seeks out ways for improvement by thinking creatively, identifying new ideas and taking responsible risks.
• Works collaboratively with others to understand, engage and have meaningful dialogue to achieve work outcomes.
• Is inclusive, identifies and is aware of personal bias, and readily seeks out and appreciates diverse perspectives.
• Is adaptable, continuously learns from experience and applies those learnings to new situations.
• Focuses on achieving public service excellence.

Technical Knowledge and Skills:

• Conduct calibrations, maintenance and operation of scientific air monitoring equipment
• Research, identify, recommend, develop, implement and evaluate proposed air quality related policies, guidelines, new technologies, techniques and concepts.
• Ability to participate in an on-call rotational shift schedule to respond to environmental emergencies and able to be deployable to various locations of the province on short notice.
• Apply current scientific research techniques and methodology used to collect, analyze, interpret, summarize and report findings to support stakeholders with respect to air quality issues.

• Investigate non-compliance concerns and recommend or initiate corrective and enforcement actions where appropriate.

Job Skills:

• Communication (Level C)  
• Critical Thinking (Level C)  
• Digital Skills (Level C)  
• Interacting with Others (Level C)  
• Navigating Ambiguity (Level C)  
• Managing Self (Level C)  
• Health, Safety and Wellness (Level A)  
• Data Literacy (Level C)  
• Influence (Level C)  
• Political and Organizational Awareness (Level C)  

Learn more about the Government of Saskatchewan’s Capabilities and Skills Framework here. 

What We Offer:

• Dynamic and challenging work
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension
• Vacation, scheduled days off, and other types of leave
• Inclusive work environments
• Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements

Our Commitment to Excellence:

The Government of Saskatchewan upholds deep-rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence and Innovation, and Acting as One Team.

The Ministry of Environment’s role is to manage the health of Saskatchewan’s environment in a responsible manner that supports sustainable growth through objective, transparent and informed decision-making and stewardship.

From air quality monitoring to zoonotic diseases, we provide regulatory oversight, science-based solutions and mitigation measures to protect the environment, safeguard communities and help ensure balanced economic growth and a better quality of life for all Saskatchewan residents.

The Government of Saskatchewan provides the services, programs and supports the people of Saskatchewan need. We deliver on the Saskatchewan Plan for Growth to build a strong economy, strong communities and strong families, ultimately building a stronger Saskatchewan. Dedicated to service excellence, we demonstrate innovation, collaboration and transparency, practice effective and accountable use of resources and promote engagement and leadership at all levels.