Program Analyst I

Department of Environmental Quality; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid telework option

Job summary

Department of Environmental Quality in North Carolina seeks a Program Analyst I (NS) to oversee Brownfields redevelopment projects, guide site assessments, and coordinate with developers to implement safety measures. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and three years of related experience, with a possibility of hybrid telework.

The position involves travel within North Carolina and collaboration across divisions to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and protective public health

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and three years progressively responsible experience related to the area of assignment.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may apply.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and provide technical oversight and guidance to the Brownfields Redevelopment Section, while protecting public health and the environment.
• Guide and interpret environmental site assessments, identify data gaps, and direct assessment activities.
• Collaborate with prospective developers to implement mitigation measures for safe redevelopment of brownfields properties.
• Draft and finalize legal documents including Brownfields Agreement, Notice of Brownfields Property, and survey plat.
• Apply risk analysis knowledge to reuse of contaminated brownfields properties and communicate requirements clearly.
• Communicate technical information and regulatory requirements to diverse stakeholders clearly and accurately.

Skills

Project management

Environmental science

Risk analysis

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (Environmental-related)

Job description

Agency Dept of Environmental Quality Division Waste Management Job Classification Title Program Analyst I (NS) Position Number 65032707 Grade NC17

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 position will require occasional travel to project locations within North Carolina.* This Program Analyst I position is responsible for project management for technical and program development activities of the Brownfields Redevelopment Section on brownfield projects. This position encompasses all areas of DWM, some other Divisions and crosses over to EPA. A Brownfields Project Manager in this position must possess the ability to comprehend geology, chemistry, engineering, environmental science, vapor intrusion issues, sustainability practices, as well as evaluating and implementing safety measures. This Program Analyst I must possess the wherewithal to convey those measures to the public, developers, consultants, legal counsel, and future occupants of redeveloped brownfield properties. This position will also provide technical expertise for all assessment and mitigation measures under this program. This Program Analyst I must ensure compliance with the Brownfield Property Reuse Act of 1997 and all other State and Federal environmental regulations to ensure the application of sound technical practices and the protection of the environment and public health on brownfield properties.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage projects and provide technical oversight and guidance to parties working with the Brownfields Redevelopment Section, while supporting the protection of public health and the environment.
• Guide and interpret environmental site assessments, identify site specific data gaps, and direct appropriate assessment activities to address those gaps.
• Collaborate with prospective developers to establish and implement mitigation measures required for the safe redevelopment of brownfields properties.
• Draft and finalize all associated legal documents, including the Brownfields Agreement, the Notice of Brownfields Property, and the survey plat.
• Apply a developing understanding of risk analysis related to the reuse of contaminated brownfields properties, utilizing knowledge of risk assessment and risk management throughout the brownfields process.
• Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders—including Section and Division staff, public information officers, development teams, and the public—by conveying technical information and regulatory requirements clearly and accurately.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $60,881 - $63,816

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 from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years progressively responsible experience related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training 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.