Environmental Program Consultant

State of North Carolina

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

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.
This is an anticipated vacancy. This position is expected to be available on February 1, 2026. This Environmental Program Consultant position will provide technical management and oversight of the assessment and remediation of contaminated dry-cleaning sites being performed by independent environmental contractors in the Remediation Unit of the Dry-Cleaning Solvent Act (DSCA) program. This position will provide administrative and technical oversight of contractor activities including review of work plans, reports, work plans, invoices, and other documents. This position will review provide risk evaluation information and oversee the preparation and implementation of risk management plans at contaminated sites. This position provides technical and site information to the public and interested parties on a regular basis and must communicate complex topics in a clear manner.

Requirements

• Master'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 three years of experience related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight and guidance on DSCA sites where assessment, remediation and other activities are being performed by an independent contractor hired by the DSCA program.
• Provide administrative and technical oversight of contractor activities including review of work plans, reports, invoices, and other documents.
• Provide analysis and evaluation of scientific and technical data on a site-specific basis.
• Review and provide risk documentation to the risk assessor and work with the contractor to address any risk-based remediation issues.
• Assist Supervisor with the development of policies, guidance and procedures related to the assessment, remediation, or closure of sites in the DSCA Program.
• Communicate pertinent technical and general information regarding sites and the DSCA program to the public and interested parties.

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: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees