Environmental Specialist II (Temporary - Forsyth)

Arts In Wilmington; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Office of State Human Resources (Temporary Solutions) is seeking an Environmental Specialist II (Temporary) in Forsyth County, NC. The role focuses on inspections for erosion control and related DEMLR programs.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and two years of related experience. The position is located at 450 West Hanes Mill Road, Winston-Salem, with an hourly pay of $32.00 based on education and experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in one of the agricultural, biological, engineering, environmental or natural resource sciences or a closely related curriculum.
• Two years of experience related to the area of assignment or an equivalent education/experience combination.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, and policies related to erosion or sedimentation control, mining, stormwater management, or dam safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections for gas pipeline and erosion control sites in Forsyth County with focus on high-profile projects.
• Provide information to media and internal requests for identified sites.
• Inspect multiple DEMLR programs including erosion/sediment control, post-construction, construction, and industrial stormwater, dams and mines.

Skills

Erosion & sediment control laws

Inspection procedures

Client communication

Regulatory compliance

Project site audits

Education

Bachelor's degree in agricultural, biological, engineering, environmental or natural resource sciences

Tools

Certification programs (e.g., CPESC)

Job description

## Environmental Specialist II (Temporary - Forsyth)Apply: Forsyth County, NC: Full time: Posted Yesterday: End Date: October 15, 2026 (12 days left to apply): JR-125512**Agency**Office of State Human Resources**Division**Temporary Solutions**Job Classification Title**Environmental Specialist II (S)**Position Number****Grade**NC14**About Us**To provide a solid Human Resource management foundation, responsible oversight, and creative solutions through a collaborative approach with all stakeholders to maximize the potential of our greatest asset – OUR EMPLOYEES.**Description of Work****Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences****This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). For more information on Health Benefits offered visit****www.shpnc.org****.****Visit****www.nctemporarysolutions.com****for employment information.** **Note: Permanent and time-limited NC State Government employees must separate from their permanent or time-limited position in order to work in a temporary position. All temporary employees are limited to one NC State Government temporary assignment at a time.****Individuals hired into a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job. OSHR supports the Governor's Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary skill set to enhance their qualifications for State government and private sector jobs. Exposure to an agency's culture, process, procedures, and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience to those who may seek permanent employment with the state.** **This temporary position is located at 450 West Hanes Mill Road, Winston-Salem - Forsyth County, with the Department of Environmental Quality.****Job Order Hourly Rate of Pay: $32.00 (Based on education and/or years of relevant work experience reflected on the application).** **Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed within this vacancy announcement will be used only as management preferences and will be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants.** The priority responsibility for this position is to perform inspections for gas pipeline and other large and/or high-profile erosion control plan sites in the WSRO. This position will provide information for media and other internal information requests for these sites to interested parties. When not performing these duties, this position will perform inspections for all four DEMLR programs (erosion and sediment control, post-construction, construction, and industrial stormwater, dams and mines. **Management Preferences:** * Demonstrated knowledge of laws, regulations, and/or policies related to erosion or sedimentation control, mining, stormwater and/or dam safety permitting or compliance.* Documented experience in reviewing or designing permit applications and/or plans for evaluation or compliance as they pertain to erosion and sedimentation control, mining, stormwater or dam safety.* Demonstrated experience communicating information to clients, municipal/local officials, or the public using written and/or oral communication skills.* Documented experience performing inspections/audits of project sites or facilities specific to erosion and sedimentation control, mining, stormwater or dam safety.* Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control, Certified Professional in Stormwater Quality, NCSU Stormwater Maintenance Certifications, Certified Erosion Sediment Stormwater Inspector or NCDOT Level 2 or higher Sedimentation Certification. **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 two years of experience related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.