Time-Limited Environmental Program Consultant - Rule Making Compliance FlexibleHybrid
Time-Limited Environmental Program Consultant - Rule Making Compliance FlexibleHybrid
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Description of Work
- Are you passionate about the environment and want to make a differenceDEQ has two open opportunities for TimeLimited Environmental Program Consultant Rule Making & Compliance.
* This is a REPOST forposition DWR.
Previous applicants MUST REAPPLY to be considered. *
* This is a timelimited position.Although the length of time the positions will be active cannot be determined
it has the potential to extend up to three 3 years 36 months).If you have questions concerning the timelimited status of this position
you may inquire at the interview. *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.
Position requires the ability to comprehend and properly interpret regulatory documents perform detailed review and analysis of data sets evaluate data and identify relationships and trends conducive to system evaluation and improvement and effectively communicate regulatory and technical information to a range of audiences (little to no subject matter knowledge to subject matter experts). Site visits require the ability to navigate through rough and uneven terrain and work in unfavorable conditions including exposure to heat/cold/inclement weather noise dust fumes machinery and insects. May drive state vehicles; valid drivers license required. Occasional overnight travel required.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
Rule Specialist- Ensure rules of responsibility are properly implemented and consistently applied to protect public health
- Read review and understand federal and state drinking water regulations and Public Water Supply Section policies
- Review spreadsheets and analyze reports and predictive modeling/statistical methods proposals; ensure all proposals and reports meet criteria set forth in NCs guidance document and obtain clarification when needed
- Provide regulatory guidance citations and policies to system owners/operators; enforce testing requirements; track and evaluate systems compliance; assist in the preparation of enforcement documents and issue notices of violation and other written notifications
- Respond to phone calls and written inquiries within timeframes established by the Division
Regulatory Consultation and Outreach
- Develop guidelines and presentations related to the requirements of the daycare and school sampling programs for both internal and external use
- Provide training to internal and external entities to improve knowledge base and understanding concerning compliance with the federal Safe Drinking Water Act the NC Drinking Water Act and other related rules and regulations
- Provide accurate uptodate advice recommendations and assistance to water system owners managers operators laboratory representatives consulting engineers and Public Water Supply Section staff on regulatory and technical matters related to water quality monitoring requirements treatment processes and other drinking water rule requirements
SystemSpecific Assistance
- Train Regional Office staff to identify and overcome challenges in providing technical assistance for water systems that must meet new LCRI requirements (Service Line Inventory schools and daycares etc.
- Work collaboratively to develop strategies to improve water systems compliance and reduce violations and penalties and perform Compliance Assistance Team (CAT) visits
- Notify targeted water systems of upcoming compliance deadlines; make inquiries as necessary for providing assistance to systems to resolve outstanding compliance issues and help them return to compliance
The Division of Water Resources is responsible for protecting North Carolinas drinking surface and groundwater for all waterbodies including lakes streams rivers wetlands and aquifers. This environmental stewardship is accomplished through actions including permitting issuance investigations regulatory compliance and enforcement monitoring and field assessments certifications laboratory analysis and testing planning water quality standards management educational outreach and other efforts. The Division comprises six Sections: Water Quality Regional Operations Water Sciences Public Water Supply Water Quality Permitting Water Quality NPDES Permitting and Water Planning. Learn more by visitingDivision of Water Resources.
DWRsPublic Water Supply(PWS) Sectionpromotespublic health by ensuring that safe potable water is available in adequate quantities to the residents and visitors of North Carolina served by PWS systems by assuring that such systems are properly located constructed operated and maintained. PWS systemsprovide piped drinking water to at least 15 connections or 25 or more people 60 or more days per year.The section has branches and programs for: implementation of the mandates of the federal Safe Drinking Water Act; review and approval of plans and specifications for new and expanding or improving PWS systems; inspections investigations and technical assistance; emergency responses and complaint investigations; source water assessment protection and wellhead protection; capacity development; and administration of an operating fee permit program.
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. 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 Qualityfor more information.
If you have student loans becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visitto learn more.
This position is located at: 512 N. Salisbury Street Raleigh NC 27604 (Archdale Building) 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 rsums 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:- Demonstrated knowledge of regulations laws policies and/or procedures related to environmental requirements or programs
- Demonstrated experience reviewing and/or analyzing data sets
- Demonstrated experience preparing and/ordelivering presentations
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 details.
Masters degree in one of the agricultural biological engineering environmental or natural resource sciences or a closely related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and three 3 years of experience related to the area of assignment 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 a DD214 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: Deborah Williams ator.
For technical issues with your application please call the applicant support help line ator email.
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Employment Type
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