Environmental Technician I (Temporary - Carteret County)

State of North Carolina; Cape Carteret (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

State of North Carolina is seeking a temporary Environmental Technician I (S) in Morehead City, NC, under the Office of State Human Resources.

The role involves collecting and processing biological samples (otoliths, spines, tissue) per NOAA specs and preparing shipments to NOAA labs.

Qualifications

• Experience with biological sampling techniques.
• Ability to obtain APAIS certification and train for CSMA.
• Exhibits knowledge of freshwater and marine biological sample handling.

Responsibilities

• Obtain APAIS certification and train for CSMA.
• Demonstrated experience with biological sampling.
• Demonstrated knowledge of recreational and / or commercial fisheries.
• Experience with data management.

Skills

Biological sampling experience

Education

Associate’s degree (Environmental/biological/related)

Job description

Agency

Office of State Human Resources

Division

Temporary Solutions

Job Classification Title

Environmental Technician I (S)

Grade

NC04

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 visitwww.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 3441 Arendell Street, Morehead City - Carteret County, with the Department of Environmental Quality.

**Job Order Hourly Rate of Pay: $16.64 (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 Bluefin Tuna biological sampling position has several duties. The primary function of this position is to document and collect otoliths, dorsal spines, muscle tissue and gonad samples from both commercial and recreational harvested Bluefin Tuna. Each sample is processed in accordance with NOAA specifications and preserved. The samples are then organized and packed for overnight shipping to a NOAA laboratory.

This position requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

• Obtain APAIS certification and train for CSMA.
• Demonstrated experience with biological sampling
• Demonstrated knowledge of recreational and / or commercial fisheries
• Experience with data 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.

Associate’s degree in one of the agricultural, biological, engineering, environmental or natural resource sciences or a closely related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution; 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.