Environment agency names deputy chief

Bill Sinclair has been named the Utah Department of Environmental Quality's deputy director.

DEQ Director Dianne Nielson appointed Sinclair, the director of the Utah Division of Radiation Control, to replace Brent Bradford, who retired in April.

"Bill brings experience in a range of environmental programs and strong leadership on environmental issues," Nielson said.

Sinclair is pleased with the appointment.

"This is a great opportunity for me to work with a variety of stakeholders to ensure clean air, land and water," Sinclair said. "I look forward to solving tough environmental issues that will benefit the citizens of Utah and contribute to our quality of life."

Sinclair began his career with the state 23 years ago as an environmental scientist in the Health Department. He then went to work for the Bureau of Solid and Hazardous Waste. In 1990, he was the hazardous waste manager and three years later appointed as the director of the Utah Division of Radiation Control.

A native of Abingdon, Va., Sinclair holds bachelor's and master's degrees in environmental health from East Tennessee State University.

Until a new director is named, Sinclair will continue to work on radiation control projects, Nielson said.