Administrative Specialist I

State of North Carolina

23h • Hybrid

About The Position

This role supports the Underground Storage Tank Branch’s permitting and registration functions by serving as a key point of contact for Underground Storage Tank (UST) requirements, ownership changes, financial responsibility, and compliance. The position ensures accurate processing, tracking, and issuance of permits while assisting customers and staff with regulatory requirements and documentation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of related administrative experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Review and process change-of-ownership and financial responsibility documentation.
• Track submissions and maintain records related to permits, ownership changes, and financial responsibility.
• Research property and tank ownership and proactively reach out to new owners to obtain required registration and compliance information.
• Provide guidance to tank owners, operators, and stakeholders on UST permitting, registration, compliance, and ownership changes.
• Issue standard, revised, and temporary permits and document approval or denial justifications.
• Support high-volume operations by inputting compliance data and permit mailings.

Benefits

• If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees