PFAS Hydrogeologist

Agency

Dept of Environmental Quality

Division

Waste Management

Job Classification Title

Geologist/Hydrogeologist (NS)

Position Number

65038138

Grade

NC18

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 Hydrogeologist position is in the Corrective Action Branch of the Underground Storage Tank (UST) Section. The Hydrogeologist provides technical and programmatic support to the UST Section and associated Regional Offices to ensure the efficient fulfillment of the Section’s mission. The Hydrogeologist develops technical guidance documents and Section policies to support consistent program implementation and regulatory compliance. This position independently manages UST-related programs, projects, and training initiatives, ensuring effective program administration and continuous staff development and serves as a key technical resource for responsible parties, environmental consultants, licensed geologists and hydrogeologists, licensed engineers, and other stakeholders.

In addition, this position supports the Department’s emerging contaminants and PFAS initiatives by assisting with PFAS sampling and analytical strategies, evaluating and implementing remedial measures, contributing to rule development, and providing training and technical support to UST Section staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assists with the development and maintaining clear, well-organized program guidance documentation for UST staff and the regulated community.

• Updates and maintains databases, document management systems, and the UST Section website.

• Assists with the development of outreach materials and provides training for the assessment and corrective action guidance and policy, as well as State and Federal UST and non-UST regulations, for UST Section staff, the regulated community and the public.

• Serves on committees supporting special projects and Department initiatives directed by Section Management or the Division Director.

• Supports the Department’s emerging contaminants and PFAS initiative.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $63,927 - $64,318

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

The Division of Waste Management is responsible for protecting the public health and environment through assuring that solid and hazardous waste and underground storage tanks are managed properly, and existing contamination is cleaned up across the State of North Carolina. This is accomplished through the Hazardous Waste, Solid Waste, Superfund and Underground Storage Tank Sections, and the Brownfields Redevelopment Section. Click here to learn more about the Division of Waste Management | NC DEQ.

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 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.

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:

Valerie Moses

Recruiter Email:

hrrecruitment@deq.nc.gov