Salary: $45,926.00 - $60,868.00 Annually
Location : Cumberland County, NC
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 25-04643 EML60032424
Department: Dept of Environmental Quality
Division: Energy, Mineral & Land Resources
Opening Date: 04/07/2025
Closing Date: 4/17/2025 5:00 PM Eastern
Job Class Title: Environmental Specialist I
Position Number: 60032424
Section: Energy, Mineral & Land Resources
Salary Grade: NC12
Description Of Work
- Future Graduates - Are you graduating soon and looking for a full-time job in environmental science? **
Apply now to be considered for an opportunity to work with the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality when you graduate.
At every level, DEQ employees are part of the efforts to rebuild infrastructure and restore the environment after Helene's 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.
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 self-motivated and successful in hybrid/remote roles. Telework options are subject to change at the discretion of management.
The
Environmental Specialist I position provides support, regulatory oversight, technical assistance, regulatory guidance and education to the public and permittees for various program areas.
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 process applications, 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 Energy, Mineral & Land Resources
The Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources (DEMLR) is comprised of two Sections: Land Quality and Geological Survey. For more information:
The Land Quality Section is responsible for the administration of four regulatory programs: Dam Safety Program as authorized by the Dam Safety of 1967, Mining Program as authorized by the Mining Act of 1971, Sediment Program as authorized by the Sedimentation Pollution Control Act of 1973 and Stormwater Program as authorized by state statutes and the federal Clean Water Act. DEMLR collects permit fees and issues permits for mines, dams, sedimentation control for construction sites, and stormwater permits for various activities and refers enforcement cases to the Attorney General's Office.
DEMLR is responsible for scheduling, organizing and transcribing minutes of the North Carolina Mining Commission and the Sedimentation Control Commission as well as reporting to the Environmental Management Commission regarding dam safety and stormwater matters.
The N.C. Geological Survey (NCGS) Section's mission is to provide unbiased and technically accurate applied earth science scientific information to address societal needs. This includes geologic maps, mineral resource and geochemical information, topographic maps and digital products, and earth science education initiatives. The NCGS "...examines, surveys, and maps the geology, mineral resources, and topography of the state" and encourages the wise conservation and use of geologic resources by industry, commerce, agriculture and government agencies for the general welfare of the citizens of North Carolina. The results of the NCGS research are documented in Bulletins, Open File Reports, Information Circulars, Special Publications, and Geologic Map Series. The NCGS along with DEMLR provide staff to the Oil and Gas Commission.
The NC Department Of Environmental Quality
The primary mission of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is to provide science-based 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 Carolina's 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 public's health, and works to advance in all-of-the-above energy strategy that fits North Carolina's 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 state's 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.
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Recruitment Range: $45,926 - $60,868
Location: 225 Green St, Fayetteville, NC 28301
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 Application and Addressing 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
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 oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.
Bachelor's 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.
- Graduating Senior students with applicable degrees listed above with an anticipated graduation date will be considered. Job offers will be contingent upon completion of their degree.
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 Merit-Based 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 Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214, 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:
Due 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 Ben Brooks at 919-707-9232 and/or ben.brooks@deq.nc.gov
For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627.
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For permanent and time-limited appointments:Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
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To qualify for this position, applicants must possess the required "Minimum Education and Experience" AND all "Knowledge, Skills and Abilities" listed in the job posting. I understand that my application MUST include a complete work history in the "Work Experience" section, all education in the "Education" section, and credentials in the "Certificates and Licenses" section. I understand that a resume is NOT a substitute for completing the sections listed above.
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The recruitment range for this position is $45,926 - $60,868. I am aware that if offered this position, the maximum salary offer will be limited to $60,868.
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How did you hear about this opportunity?
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- LinkedIn
- Indeed
- Employee Referral
- Conference/Job Fair
- Email campaign
- Professional Association or Industry-specific job board
- Google
- Other General Job Boards
- Other Search Engines
- Other Social Media
- Internet Advertisement
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Do you have a bachelor's degree from an applicable field of environmental science from an appropriately accredited institution or currently in your final semester of your bachelor's degree from an applicable field of environmental science? Please specify graduation date.
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Job Industries
- Agriculture & Environment
