Environmental Specialist I

Agency

Dept of Environmental Quality

Division

Air Quality

Job Classification Title

Environmental Specialist I (NS)

Position Number

60035836

Grade

NC12

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 position is located in the Raleigh Regional Office (RRO) and will work in the areas of ambient air monitoring and compliance. This position requires strong computer skills, excellent customer relations skills, independent judgment, decision-making ability and adaptability to policy and regular changes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operates continuous gas phase air pollution monitors for acquiring and storing data, and on-site personal computers. Operates intermittent air pollution monitors for total suspended particulates, 10 micron, 2.5 micro particulates and hydrocarbons. Operates all monitoring equipment in accordance with the requirements as established in the North Carolina’s DAQ Quality Assurance (AQ) Plans, the Code of Federal Regulations 40 CFR, 50, 53 and 58, and the directives of the chief of the ambient monitoring section in the Raleigh Central Office (RCO)
• Performs on-site inspections and compliance with state and federal rules, permit requirements, and emission limitations. Must be able to climb ladders, be comfortable with heights, walk long distances and be on feet for long periods of time; and have a good sense of smell, hearing and sight.
• Evaluates air emissions inventory reports and other periodic compliance report submittals and conducts stack test observations. Must obtain and maintain visible emissions (EPA Method 9) certification to perform opacity evaluations.
• Responds to citizen complaints pertaining to open burning, dust, odors and other air quality concerns to determine compliance with state and federal rules.
• Writes timely and detailed reports, general correspondence, compliance letters, enforcement reports, and other technical documents and serves as an advisor to air quality staff, industry staff representatives, state and federal agencies and the general public on issues related to air quality and compliance. Requires effective communication, both verbally and in written form, of technical information.
• A valid driver’s license is required in order to maintain employment.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range:  $47,703 - $67,099

Important: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date above.
 

Supplemental Information:

The Division of Air Quality:

The Division of Air Quality (DAQ) works with the state's citizens to protect and improve outdoor, or ambient, air quality in North Carolina for the health, benefit and economic well-being of all. To carry out this mission, the DAQ operates a statewide air quality monitoring network to measure the level of pollutants in the outdoor air, develops and implements plans to meet future air quality initiatives, assures compliance with air quality rules, and educates, informs and assists the public with regard to air quality issues. Click here to learn more about the Division of Air Quality.

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; 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:

Cassey Beal

Recruiter Email:

hrrecruitment@deq.nc.gov