Environmental Specialist II

State of North Carolina • Town of Hector, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an anticipated vacancy. This position is expected to be available on February 01, 2026. The Environmental Specialist II (ES II) position is located in the Division of Waste Management, Brownfields Redevelopment Section (BRS). The ES II will primarily be a compliance inspector for the BRS, with at least 60% of work being field based. Field inspections will include driving to and from sites across the state; review of site conditions, land uses on and in the vicinity of the site; identification of potential issues with vapor mitigation systems during installation and post-construction; oversight of soil excavation, disposition, and management; observations of chemical storage practices; and other aspects of site conditions that bear on compliance with a brownfields agreement and land use restrictions. In addition to field inspections, the individual will conduct desktop reviews to determine compliance with existing land use restrictions and other provisions of brownfield's agreements. The ES II will complete and submit inspection reports detailing the results of inspections and provide assistance to Brownfields stakeholders. The area served will include Brownfields properties throughout the state.

Requirements

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Ability to travel state-wide to conduct Brownfields property inspections.
• Evaluate vapor intrusion mitigation measures as compared to the engineer designs both during and post installation.
• Review project files as needed to determine whether a property is in compliance with its Land Use Restrictions or other provisions of brownfield's agreements.
• Provide compliance assistance to property owners and prospective developers. There will be considerable contact with the public and therefore, must present and communicate technical information to various stakeholders.

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