PRLF Program Lead

State of North Carolina - Department of Environmental Quality; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

State of North Carolina - Department of Environmental Quality is seeking a Geologist/Hydrogeologist (NS) to lead the Pre-Regulatory Landfill (PRLF) program. The role involves staff leadership, complex data interpretation, stakeholder outreach, and policy implementation within the PRLF framework.

You will coordinate statewide sampling, GIS layer development, and contract administration, while guiding redevelopment inquiries and site prioritization, with a hybrid telework option available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in geology, geosciences, physical science or related field, or engineering with 30 credits in geological science.
• Possibly licensure as Professional Geologist by NC board or equivalent experience.
• Experience with GIS, site assessment, vapor intrusion, risk assessment and remediation/mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Draft/revise guidance and documents for PRLF work and provide internal/external training.
• Lead annual outreach efforts to local governments and property owners on PRLF status.
• Coordinate redevelopment with Brownfields and other programs.
• Assist Unit Supervisor with work assignments, budgeting, and contract administration.
• Lead contracts, encumbrances, and quarterly contractor meetings.
• Lead GIS projects and maintain PRLF website.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Stakeholder outreach

GIS

Education

Bachelor's degree in geology/geosciences/physical science

Engineering with geology coursework

Tools

GIS software

Job description

Agency Dept of Environmental Quality Division Waste Management Job Classification Title Geologist/Hydrogeologist (NS) Position Number 60034809 Grade NC18

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 Geologist/Hydrogeologist position will be Pre-Regulatory Landfill (PRLF) Program lead, providing senior, higher-level support address the shifting needs of the PRLF program. The PRLF Program Lead will take on day-to-day leadership of special strategic initiatives for the development of the program that involves leading staff (including planning, assigning, and oversight of work), interacting with other teams in other Sections of DWM, analyzing and interpreting complex data, consulting and leading outreach with stakeholders, and serving as a technical/expert for staff. This position will have thorough knowledge of the program and exercises judgment and discretion in establishing, applying, and interpreting policies and procedures as it strategically plans and implements program initiatives to improve the effectiveness of the PRLF program. This position serves as the lead in fielding and assisting with redevelopment requests, coordination of statewide sampling efforts, GIS layer development/maintenance, contract administration and website maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft/revise guidance and associated documents including correspondence, fact sheets, etc. regarding PRLF work, procedures and policies and provide training internally and to external contractors. This is based on a working knowledge of geologic and hydrogeologic practices, site assessment, vapor intrusion, risk assessment and remediation/mitigation.
• Serve as lead to track program initiatives including annual outreach efforts to local governments, property owners, etc. regarding PRLF site status and prioritization of sites and statewide water well sampling.
• Serve as lead for redevelopment inquiries, oversight and assistance. Act as liaison to consult with other programs such as Brownfields to coordinate redevelopment activities when necessary.
• Assist Unit Supervisor with work assignments, task approvals and tracking spending/budgets. Involves tracking prioritization of sites in relation to budget to determine project scheduling.
• Serve as contract administrator, assisting Unit Supervisor with new contracts, encumbering funds, tracking spending and invoicing. Will lead quarterly contractor meetings to discuss site progress.
• Serve as lead for projects involving GIS layer development and maintenance for depicting PRLF sites and details. Update and maintain PRLF website.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Recruitment Range:

Recruitment Range: $63,927 - $80,000

Important: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date above.

The Division of Waste Management is responsible for protecting the public health and environment through assuring that solid and hazardous waste and underground storage tanks are managed properly, and existing contamination is cleaned up across the State of North Carolina. This is accomplished through the Hazardous Waste, Solid Waste, Superfund and Underground Storage Tank Sections, and the Brownfields Redevelopment Section.

If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit https://studentaid.gov/ to learn more.

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 geology, geosciences, physical science or a related field, or engineering with 30 credit hours of geological science course work from an accredited college or university. Some positions may require licensure as a Professional Geologist by the North Carolina Board for the Licensing of Geologists; 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.

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.

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. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast.