Environmental Specialist I FlexibleHybrid
Environmental Specialist I FlexibleHybrid
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Description of Work
- Are you passionate about the environment and want to make a difference
DEQ has an open opportunity for anEnvironmental Specialist I.
Graduating Engineers are you looking to secure a job offer in advance of graduation Apply now and be considered for an opportunity to work with the Department of Environmental Quality when you graduate.
It is fulltime 40 hours per week) with State Benefits.At every level DEQ employees are part of the efforts to rebuild infrastructure and restore the environment after Helenes impacts. Want to help Join the DEQ team supporting Western North Carolina communities as they recover and prepare for future storms. Your work will have a meaningful impact on the lives of North Carolinians.
The Environmental Specialist Iposition provides support regulatory oversight technical assistance regulatory guidance and education to the public and permittees for various program areas.
This position currently qualifies for a 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.
Other Key Responsibilities:- Perform compliance inspections and provide technical assistance and regulatory guidance for applicants.
- Communicate inspection results with permittees owners officials or workers and prepare inspection reports and related correspondence.
- Review and processapplications including assisting with management plan review as necessary.
- Respond to citizen complaints and inspect sites where standards and other rules have possibly been contravened.
- Communicate regulatory guidance technical assistance and education to permittees applicants and the general public.
- Issue Notices of Violation and assess civil penalties when necessary provide any additional guidance support or documentation to restore compliance with regulations.
- Some emergencies may require a response to occur after hours and/or on weekends on a limited basis.
The Division of Air Quality:
The Division of Air Quality (DAQ) works with the states citizens to protect and improve outdoor or ambient air quality in North Carolina for the health benefit and economic wellbeing of all. To carry out this mission the DAQ operates a statewide air quality monitoring network to measure the level of pollutants in the outdoor air develops and implements plans to meet future air quality initiatives assures compliance with air quality rules and educates informs and assists the public with regard to air quality issues. Click here to learn more about the Division of Air Quality.
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 the Department 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: $45926 $45926
These position are located at: Asheville Regional Office 2090 U.S Highway 70 Swannanoa NC 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.
To qualify for this position applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following:
- Ability to apply the basic environmental concepts practices and/ or theories involved in the design development review permitting and/or operations of projects/sites and their potential environmental and/or safety impacts
- Ability to organize and/or direct moderately complex research or field studies.
- Ability to communicate technical information and/or recommendations in verbal and/or written format.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelors degree in one of the agricultural biological engineering environmental or natural resource sciences or a closely related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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. 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. for details.
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 Debra Godwin or Catina Hinton Finch at or .
For technical issues with your application please call the GovernmentJobs Applicant Support Help Line at.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
