Engineer I / Environmental Engineer I
DESCRIPTION OF WORK:
**Recruitment Range: $48,051 - $58,811**
Location of Position:
This position is located at the Raleigh Regional Office at 3800 Barrett Drive in Raleigh, NC.
Department Information:
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 also works to advance an 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.
To learn more about the Department of Environmental Quality please visit our website at https://deq.nc.gov/.
Division Information:
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 will-being of all. The DAQ Raleigh Regional Office is one of seven regional offices serving the citizens of North Carolina in their local area. The regional offices operate and maintain a statewide network of air quality monitors to measure the level of pollutants in the outdoor air, issue permits to facilities emitting air pollutants, inspect industrial facilities for compliance with air quality regulations and assist the citizens of North Carolina with questions and concerns regarding air quality issues.
To learn more about the Division of Air Quality and the regional offices, please visit our website at http://deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/air-quality.
Position Information:
This position is an entry level engineering position with the compliance section.
Responsibilities will include conducting air quality compliance inspections and determining permit applicability for various types of industrial facilities, writing air permits, evaluating emissions inventory reports and other periodic compliance report submittals, responding to citizen complaints, and conducting stack test observations. The Engineer will coordinate the review of all periodic reports submittals, the 112(r) program, and/or comparable coordination duties for the RRO. Duties may also include the review of air quality permit applications and tax certification requests, including the review of engineering drawings, engineering specifications, and industrial processes for the issuance of air permits. The engineers will be required to write technical reports, general correspondence, notices of violation, enforcement reports and other compliance documents, as well as serve as a technical advisor and consultant to air quality staff, industry representatives, local, state and federal agencies, and the general public. The engineers will be required to work in a team environment, both in the regional office and also through participation in projects with other departmental staff. Also, the person in this position may be required to give presentations to staff, stakeholders, and the general public.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES / COMPETENCIES:
**To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit**
Qualified applicants must possess, and the application must clearly reflect, work experience that demonstrates the following: Knowledge of federal and state air quality statutes/codes/regulations, including air quality program procedures, methods, practices, and their application to specific situations.
- Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing, to effectively and efficiently communicate detailed technical engineering information, air quality regulations, and applicable emission standards to various audiences. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software (such as Microsoft Word and Excel).
- Ability to coordinate and administer programs/projects, activities, and protocols.
- Engineering review, analysis, and decision-making ability to use effective approaches for choosing a reasonable course of action, developing appropriate solutions, and reaching sound conclusions.
- Ability to identify and analyze engineering designs, specifications, and plans to ensure compliance with air quality regulations and procedures.
- Basic leadership skills needed to coordinate, facilitate, and participate in a collaborative approach to the completion of tasks or assignments.
- The ability to climb ladders, be comfortable with heights, walk long distances and be on feet for several hours at a time, and to properly evaluate environmental conditions using a good sense of smell, hearing, and sight. Applicant must maintain a valid North Carolina driver's license. Applicant will perform visible emission evaluations and must maintain visible emission certification.
- A commitment to follow written policies and procedures and to maintain a safe working environment at all times.
Management preference:
Directly related experience in air quality regulatory compliance work.
Candidates that are interviewed may be required to complete a written skills test. Instructions will be given, and the exercise will be completed within a given 20minute timeframe during the interview.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor s degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Special Qualification May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.
SUPPLEMENTAL AND CONTACT INFORMATION:
To apply for this position, please click the APPLY button.
All relevant experience must be included on the application to receive proper credit. Resumes may be uploaded with your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.
To be minimally qualified for this position an applicant must possess the Minimum Education and Experience Requirements AND all the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities/Competencies listed. It is important all relevant education and work experience is documented on the application and that all questions associated with the application are answered completely. If multiple applications are submitted by an applicant to an individual position, only the most recent application received prior to the posting closing date will be accepted.
Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date. The Department of Environmental Quality is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call (919) 707-8490.
Applicants requesting and / or receiving an accommodation via the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax but must be received by 5pm on the closing date.
Persons eligible for veteran preference must upload a copy of Form DD-214 and attach to the application. Persons eligible for RIF priority must upload their letter of notification and attach to the application. This applies to those employees that are subject to Articles 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, 13 and 14 of G.S. 126. This does not include employees of the legislative and judicial branches, the public school and community college systems, or other employees that are exempt from these Articles of the Human Resources Act.
DEQ uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Personnel Act with the most qualified applicants. When a salary range is posted, the actual salary will be based on relevant competencies, knowledge, skills and abilities, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. The State of North Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For technical issues with your application, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-524-5627.
For additional information, please contact:
Bequitta Johnson
Phone & Fax: (919) 707-8490
Email: bequitta.johnson@ncdenr.gov
NOTE: Apply to the department listed on posting An Equal Opportunity Employer, NC State Government