Hydrogeologist

State of North Carolina • Raleigh, NC

7d • $63,927 - $64,318 • Hybrid

About The Position

The primary purpose of this Geologist/Hydrogeologist position in the Division of Waste Management (Division) serves as a project manager/hydrogeologist within the Inactive Hazardous Sites Branch’s Registered Environmental Consultant (REC) Program. The privatized REC program allows remediating parties to hire a division-approved environmental consulting firm to direct and oversee the assessment and remediation of lower-risk uncontrolled and unregulated hazardous waste sites. This position will review and approve proposed risk-based remedies involving land-use restrictions; provide training, guidance, and technical services to RECs; perform audits of RECs to ensure compliance with the rules; initiate enforcement actions in cases of non-compliance; and evaluate environmental consultant qualifications for approval as a REC. This position will serve as a liaison for the program to municipalities, environmental consulting firms, the public, interest groups, organizations, and the Division.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in geology, geosciences, physical science or a related field, or engineering with 30 credit hours of geological science course work from an accredited college or university.
• Some positions may require licensure as a Professional Geologist by the North Carolina Board for the Licensing of Geologists; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Understand and ensure compliance with the REC rules.
• Understand the nature and behavior of hazardous substances in the environment.
• Review and evaluate work plans, environmental assessment reports and remedial action plans.
• Evaluate the risk of contaminant migration to groundwater, surface water, air and/or via direct human contact using hydrogeologic decision-making skills and electronic tools.
• Communicate in oral and written form with other Division program representatives, environmental consulting firms, the public, interest groups and organizations.

Benefits

• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• 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