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Agency Dept of Environmental Quality Division Waste Management Job Classification Title Environmental Specialist II (NS) Position Number 60034601 Grade NC14 About Us 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. Description of Work This is a repost of position number 60034601. Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to reapply. This Environmental Specialist II position is located within the Field Operations Branch of the Solid Waste Section in the Division of Waste Management. The primary purpose of the position is responsible for the protection and safeguarding of human health and the environment from the potential adverse effects of improper solid waste management by ensuring compliance with the N. C. General Statutes pertaining to solid waste management and Solid Waste Management Rules codified at 15A NCAC 13B. The assigned area of coverage for this position will be Wilson, Edgecombe, Martin, Bertie, Hertford, Chowan, Gates, Perquimans, Pasquotank, Camden, Currituck, Tyrrell and Dare counties located in the northeastern portion of the state. Key Responsibilities: Conducts inspections at solid waste management facilities and sites to ensure compliance with rules and permit conditions. Provides technical assistance (written and verbal) to local governments, solid waste management facilities, industry, and the public on the proper management and reuse of various waste types. Conducts recycling and resource recovery facility inspections for the Tax Certification Program. Investigates unpermitted illegal disposal sites. Initiates enforcement actions for noncompliance. Supports statewide efforts in preparation for and recovery from natural and man-made disasters regarding the proper management of solid waste. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Recruitment Range: $50,633 - $66,172 Important: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date above. Supplemental Information The primary purpose of the Division of Waste Management is to protect the public health and environment through assuring that solid and hazardous wastes and underground storage tanks are managed properly, and existing contamination is cleaned up across the State of North Carolina. This is accomplished through the Hazardous Waste, Solid Waste, Superfund and Underground Storage Tank Sections, and the Brownfields Redevelopment Section. Click here to learn more about the Division of Waste Management | NC DEQ. If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit https://studentaid.gov/ to learn more. 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. Minimum 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 the Education and Experience Equivalency 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 and two years of experience related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Recruiter: Valerie Moses Recruiter Email: hrrecruitment@deq.nc.gov North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today! State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions Valuing Education and Experience The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. If you are already a state employee, please search for jobs by clicking here.