Chemist II - Technical Assistance and Compliance Specialist FlexibleHybrid
Chemist II - Technical Assistance and Compliance Specialist FlexibleHybrid
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- Are you passionate about the environment and want to make a difference
DEQ has an open opportunity for a Chemist II Technical Assistance and Compliance SpecialistIt is fulltime 40 hours per week) withState Benefits.This position currently qualifies for a hybrid telework option with routine office and remote workdays. The NC Department of Environmental Quality trusts our employees to be selfmotivated and successful in hybrid/remote roles. Telework options are subject to change at the discretion of management.
The Chemist II Technical Assistance and Compliance Specialistposition will direct inspection of certificate holders facilities to assure that they conform to state and federal regulations including NC Laboratory Certification rules (i.e. 15A NCAC 02H .0800 US EPA Code of Federal Regulations and EPA and DEQmandated methodologies for each environmental parameter they report.
Key Responsibilities:- Coordinate and direct inspection of assigned auditors assigned certificate holders facilities to ensure that NC DWR WW/GW LC rules and approved environmental analytical procedures are adhered to.
- Conduct parameter method checklist documentation as appropriate.
- Monitor state and federal regulations for changes in the law and analytical methodology.
- Provide technical assistance to both internal and external clients concerning a wide range of analytical and regulatory issues.
- Write and review items such as inspection checklists technical assistance documents and Approved Procedures and policy documents.
- Review post inspection reports and the certificate holders responses to post inspection reports of supervised auditors and respond appropriately to ensure that data quality is within compliance.
The Division of Water Resources mission is to protect the states water supplies and foster stewardship of this natural resource for use by current and future generations of citizens. The Division comprises six Sections: Water Quality Regional Operations; Water Sciences; Public Water Supply; Water Quality Permitting; Groundwater Animal and Coal Ash Operations; and Water Planning. This goal is achieved through providing technical assistance consultative services permitting of regulated entities certification of water treatment plant operators and wastewater operators inspection and compliance activities laboratory analysis and testing and educational outreach and training. Click here to learn more about theDivision of Water Resources.
The NC Department of Environmental Quality:
The primary mission of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is to provide sciencebased environmental stewardship for the health and prosperity of all North Carolinians. The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the lead stewardship agency for the protection of North Carolinas environmental resources. The organization which has offices from the mountains to the coast administers regulatory programs designed to protect air quality water quality and the publics health and works to advance in alloftheabove energy strategy that fits North Carolinas needs. DEQ also offers technical assistance to businesses farmers local governments and the public and encourages responsible behavior with respect to the environment through education programs provided at DEQ facilities and through the states school system. DEQ touches the lives of all North Carolinians in many ways to enhance and ensure our quality of life. Please visit our website at theDepartment of Environmental Quality for more information.
If you have student loans becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit to learn more.
Recruitment Range: $61545 $81569
This position is located at: 4405 Reedy Creek Road Raleigh NC 27607 Knowledge Skills and Abilities / Competencies
The Knowledge Skills and Abilities listed below along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application. Click these links for additional information:Introduction to the Job ApplicationandAddressing Knowledge Skills and Abilities. Note: These links refer to Dept. of Public Safety process; this process is the same for Dept. of Environmental Quality.
- Documented knowledge with federal rules and/or state regulations associated with water quality and/or environmental programs.
- Documented experience with compliance auditing principles and/or science principles as they relate to environmental compliance or monitoring.
- Demonstrated experience communicating technical information and/or recommendations in oral and/or written form.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See for details.
Bachelors degree in chemistry from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of progressive chemistry laboratory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws state laws and Executive Orders.
DEQ uses the MeritBased Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.- Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach aDD214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty to their applications.
- If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program they must attach an official transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
- If applicants earned a foreign degree foreign degrees require an official evaluation for U.S. equivalency and must be submitted to Human Resources for verification. There are several organizations that perform this specialized service feel free to use any service of your choosing. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options on their website that can provide credential verification: to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application please log in to your account and click Application Status. If you are selected for an interview you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration you will receive an email notification. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status please contact Tamara Cherry atand/or .
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Required Experience:
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Employment Type
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