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An established industry player is seeking an Environmental Specialist II to join their team in a flexible/hybrid role. This position plays a crucial role in safeguarding human health and the environment by ensuring compliance with hazardous waste management regulations. The ideal candidate will conduct inspections, investigate complaints, and provide technical assistance to the regulated community. With a focus on continuous learning and adaptation to evolving regulations, this role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on environmental protection in North Carolina. If you are passionate about the environment and ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding position, this could be the perfect fit for you.
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Description of Work
Are you passionate about the environment and want to make a difference?
DEQ has an open opportunity for an Environmental Specialist II.
* It is full-time (40 hours per week) with State Benefits *
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.
The Environmental Specialist II position is responsible for the protection and safeguarding of human health and the environment from the potential adverse effects of improper hazardous waste management by ensuring industry’s compliance with the N.C. Hazardous Waste Management Rules and Regulations codified at 15A NCAC 13A. The position is responsible for comprehensive site inspections/investigations which include waste stream identification, knowledge of industrial processes, accumulation practices, recordkeeping requirements, various waste treatment, storage & disposal management processes, and technical assistance for a ten (10) county area (Davie, Davidson, Randolph, Rowan, Cabarrus, Stanley, Montgomery, Union, Anson, and Richmond) located in the western part of the state. The position is also responsible for investigating complaints, responding to emergency response situations involving hazardous waste (fire, spills, and explosions), and providing technical assistance (written and verbal) to both industry and the general public. Selected applicant must reside within, or no more than 40-miles from, one of the ten (10) assigned counties. Must possess N.C. driver's license or ability to obtain prior to employment.
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