Assistant State Dam Safety Engineer III

Department of Environmental Quality; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Environmental Quality in North Carolina seeks an Engineer III (NS) to supervise the Engineering Review Program for dam safety, permitting, inspections, and enforcement.

The role reports to the State Dam Safety Engineer, leading a team of engineers and coordinating with emergency management to protect North Carolina’s dam safety interests.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of engineering.
• Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess a valid Professional Engineer's (PE) License or obtain one within nine (9) months of start date.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage the Engineering Review Program related to dam safety policies and rules.
• Provide expert technical assistance and train staff on dam inspections and record keeping.
• Assist in ensuring records of dam condition are maintained and discrepancies resolved.
• Collaborate with the Division of Emergency Management on dam safety emergencies.

Skills

Engineering supervision

Dam safety

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Agency Dept of Environmental Quality Division Energy, Mineral , Land Resources Job Classification Title Engineer III (NS) Position Number 60032494 Grade NC20

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 primarily responsible for Supervision and Management of the Engineering Review Program with responsibilities for review of technical and professional engineering work as it relates to dam emergency action planning, construction, modification, repair, breach, or removal. Duties include engineering review, permitting, inspections, enforcement, and implementation of the statewide Dam Safety Program policies, strategies and rules designed to protect the people and environment of North Carolina from improper operation, maintenance or failure of a regulated dam. This position is tasked to be the primary assistant to the State Dam Safety Engineer with management of the state regulatory program responsible for more than 3,000+ regulated dams in North Carolina.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical and engineering assistance to central staff, regional staff, other state agencies, the development community, engineers, industry, local governments and dam owners in the implementation of required dam safety policies, rules and law
• Train the staff in the regional offices on the procedures for inspection of dams, record keeping, and response to owners
• Assist in assurance that records of the condition of each regulated dam are kept
• Work with the Division of Emergency Management to provide technical assistance in emergency situations as coordinated with other Division Program Supervisors and Managers and is the third person on the emergency contact tree by EM for a Dam Safety Emergency
• Assist the Dam Safety Program by performing and reviewing geotechnical reports & models and hydrologic and hydraulic reports and models for regulated dams in North Carolina
• Supervise a team of Engineers within the Dam Safety Program

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range $70,478 - $97,361

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

Supplemental Information

The Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources (DEMLR) is comprised of two Sections: Land Quality and Geological Survey.

For more information: https://deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/energy-mineral-and-land-resources

The Land Quality Section is responsible for the administration of four regulatory programs: Dam Safety program as authorized by the Dam Safety Act of 1967, Mining Program as authorized by the Minding Act of 1971, Sediment Program as authorized by the Sedimentation Pollution Control Act of 1973 and Stormwater Program as authorized by State Statutes and the federal Clean Water Act. DEMLR collects permit fees and issues permits for mines, dams, sedimentation control for construction sites, and stormwater permits for various activities and refers enforcement cases to the Attorney General’s Office.

DEMLR is responsible for scheduling, organizing and transcribing minutes of the North Carolina Mining Commission and the Sedimentation Control Commission as well as reporting to the Environmental Management Commission regarding dam safety and stormwater matters.

The N.C. Geological Survey (NCGS) Section’s mission is to provide unbiased and technically accurate applied earth science scientific information to address societal needs. This includes geologic maps, mineral resource and geochemical information, topographic maps and digital products, and earth science education initiatives. The NCGS “…examines, surveys, and maps the geology, mineral resources, and topography of the state” and encourages the wise conservation and use of geologic resources by industry, commerce, agriculture and government agencies for the general welfare of the citizens of North Carolina. The results of the NCGS research are documented in Bulletins, Open File Reports, Information Circulars, Special Publications, and Geologic Map Series.

The NCGS along with DEMLR provide staff to the Oil and Gas Commission.

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 an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution and four (4) years of progressively responsible experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must possess a valid Professional Engineer's (PE) License or obtain a valid PE License within nine (9) months of the start date for the position. Obtaining and maintaining a valid PE license is a continuing condition of employment. Failure to obtain a valid PE license within 9 months of the position's start date will result in separation from employment.

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.

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina.

We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services.

Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.

To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website.

Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast.

State Application Resources / Frequently Asked Questions Valuing Education and Experience

The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide.

All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting.