Statewide Onsite Wastewater Education Lead

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Programs

Disability Plans

Life Insurance

12 Holidays Each Year

Tuition and Academic Assistance

Childcare benefits

Job summary

North Carolina State University in Raleigh, NC seeks an Extension Assistant Professor for On-site Wastewater Management to lead statewide training programs that certify and update professionals. Based at the Lake Wheeler Field Laboratory and other sites, this 12-month, 1.0 FTE position trains septic installers, inspectors, and local health staff, covering biosolids and related waste management in North Carolina.

A Ph.D.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in Soil Science, Agronomy, Agricultural Education, Biological Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field is required
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to teach adult learners
• Ability to develop, deliver, and evaluate hands-on training programs with Extension personnel and stakeholders
• Knowledge of on-site wastewater treatment systems, irrigation, and NC soils
• Strong writing skills for extension bulletins, fact sheets, and reports
• Experience in on-site wastewater management or related field
• Ability to troubleshoot system problems and engage health departments
• Familiarity with NC regulatory bodies and stakeholder networks

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and teach certification schools, workshops, and continuing education courses for wastewater professionals and Extension agents
• Deliver instruction on on-site wastewater system design, installation, operation, and maintenance
• Organize NC Onsite Treatment Conference and coordinate speakers
• Evaluate training program effectiveness using surveys and assessments
• Develop and update curricula, manuals, and training materials reflecting NC regulations
• Maintain training facilities and demonstrate hands-on systems
• Build partnerships with industry, government agencies, and stakeholders

Skills

Excellent written and oral comms

Ability to teach adult learners

Develop, deliver training programs

Knowledge of on-site wastewater and NC

Writing for reports and bulletins

Experience in wastewater management

Collaborate with Extension personnel &

NC regulatory familiarity

Education

Ph.D. in Soil Science or related field

Job description

North Carolina State University in Raleigh, NC seeks an Extension Assistant Professor for On-site Wastewater Management to lead statewide training programs that certify and update professionals. Based at the Lake Wheeler Field Laboratory and other sites, this 12-month, 1.0 FTE position trains septic installers, inspectors, and local health staff, covering biosolids and related waste management in North Carolina.

A Ph.D.