Environmental Program Supervisor II

Department of Environmental Quality; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Environmental Quality in North Carolina seeks an Environmental Program Supervisor II to oversee NPDES Industrial unit staff, ensure compliance with EPA and state requirements, and coordinate program efforts across divisions and regions. This role requires a strong grasp of regulatory frameworks and effective stakeholder engagement.

The position drives policy implementation, reviews permits, and manages multiple projects with a focus on PFAS and related activities.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Five years of progressive experience in environmental work, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage staffing and workload across the NPDES Industrial unit; coordinate program implementation with other units and offices.
• Convey issues, needs, and reports to management for effective program execution.
• Review draft NPDES Industrial Permits and participate in engineering reviews of proposed wastewater alternatives.
• Address PFAS-related activities under the Water Safety Act and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Develop and negotiate positions in complex NPDES permitting scenarios.
• Attend public hearings and respond to questions from the public and regulated community.

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental or related field

Job description

Agency Dept of Environmental Quality Division Water Resources Job Classification Title Environmental Program Supervisor II (NS) Position Number 60035473 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 Environmental Program Supervisor II (EPS) ensures effective and efficient management of assigned areas of federal National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program requirements for the Division of Water Resources (DWR). The EPS ensures DWR's NPDES Industrial Permitting meets EPA and State requirements and Division programmatic goals. In addition to providing managerial and technical oversight for NPDES staff, the EPS coordinates with other NPDES program areas, regional offices, central office staff, and the regulated community. NPDES Supervisors generally spend less than 5% of their time in the field. May drive state vehicles; valid Driver’s License required. Occasional overnight travel required. Position requires the ability to successfully manage multiple projects within time constraints and comprehend and interpret regulatory documentation. The EPS needs a sophisticated understanding of legal nuances, as well as the physical, chemical, and biological interactions of natural resources. Interaction with applicants, public officials, consultants, state and federal employees, and the general public is routine.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage staffing and staff workload; oversee development and management of policy, procedures, and guidance; and coordinate program implementation for the NPDES Industrial unit with other work units within the Department of Environmental Quality, including the Division regional offices
• Convey issues, needs, and reports to management to ensure effective implementation of the program
• Review draft NPDES Industrial Permits, and participate in engineering review of proposed wastewater alternatives
• Address industrial facilities associated with the Water Safety Act (WSA) focusing on PFAS related activities and coordination with WSA stakeholders and the NC Collaboratory
• Develop and negotiate positions in highly complex NPDES permitting scenarios
• Attend public hearings on permit issues and respond to questions from general public and regulated community
• Complete special projects as assigned

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $70,478.00 - $97,503.00

Important: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date above. Job posting details will no longer be available after the position closes.

Supplemental Information

The Division of Water Resources: The Division of Water Resources (DWR) is responsible for protecting North Carolina’s drinking, surface and groundwater for all waterbodies including lakes, streams, rivers, wetlands, and aquifers. This environmental stewardship is accomplished through actions including permitting issuance, investigations, regulatory compliance, and enforcement, monitoring and field assessments, certifications, laboratory analysis and testing, planning, water quality standards management, educational outreach, and other efforts. The Division comprises six sections: Water Quality Regional Operations, Water Sciences, Public Water Supply, Water Quality Permitting, Water Quality NPDES Permitting, and Water Planning.

Water Quality Permitting/NPDES. Wastewater is responsible for issuing National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) wastewater permits and Authorizations to Construct; conducting and reviewing dilution models; coordination/oversight of statewide permitting of wastewater collection systems and compliance, statewide pretreatment programs, and sewer line permits; and effective and reliable database administration.

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 and five years of progressive experience in environmental work, 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.

North Carolina State Government

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.

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.