Hybrid Environmental Inspector: Wells & Permitting

Health & Human Services; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services seeks an Environmental Specialist I to perform technical environmental inspections and evaluations supporting permitting, well-permit compliance, and regulatory oversight. The role covers Piedmont and eastern NC counties with a home-based duty station and regional responsibilities.

Responsibilities include field observations, analyzing environmental data, coordinating program tasks, and preparing clear written reports for regulatory

Qualifications

• Experience performing tests and experiments with environmental equipment.
• Ability to analyze environmental data and report results.
• Experience coordinating moderately complex environmental programs.
• Proficiency using software tools to support data analysis and reporting.
• Experience conducting field studies using ecological and scientific methods.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of environmental facilities or systems for permitting and compliance.
• Investigate reports of violations and recommend penalties or actions.
• Respond to public inquiries and coordinate referrals.
• Perform field observations of well-contractor applicants and recertifications.
• Support disciplinary committee reviews and documentation.
• Assist with administration and proctoring of examinations.
• Evaluate data and system performance to identify issues and risks.
• Adapt procedures to meet project objectives across counties.
• Prepare written reports documenting findings and evaluations.
• Manage regional responsibilities from a home-based station.

Skills

Environmental testing

Statistical analysis

Program coordination

Data interpretation

Field inspections

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental/natural resources or related fields

Job description

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services seeks an Environmental Specialist I to perform technical environmental inspections and evaluations supporting permitting, well-permit compliance, and regulatory oversight. The role covers Piedmont and eastern NC counties with a home-based duty station and regional responsibilities.

Responsibilities include field observations, analyzing environmental data, coordinating program tasks, and preparing clear written reports for regulatory