Agency: Dept of Environmental Quality
Division: Waste Management
Job Classification Title: Geologist/Hydrogeologist (NS)
Position Number: 65035724
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 WorkThe Hydrogeologist will provide technical and regulatory support on perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and emerging compounds initiatives, with particular emphasis on solid waste landfills. Responsibilities include environmental monitoring sampling and analytical strategies, evaluation and management of PFAS sampling data, hydrogeological assessment and remediation for PFAS and other contaminants in groundwater and soil, and guidance to staff on PFAS subject matters.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide technical assistance to Section staff, with emphasis on PFAS and emerging contaminants for assessment and/or remediation of groundwater and soil contamination at solid waste landfills and other solid waste facilities.
Evaluate and analyze PFAS monitoring data, including use of statistical evaluations, trends, databases, and GIS data tools.
Support the management of PFAS data in the Solid Waste Section’s EQUIS data management system.
Evaluate contaminated solid waste sites to determine the nature and extent of contamination, potential of imminent hazard, and remediation using hydrogeological decision making and interpretation principles.
Present and communicate technical and data analyses, with emphasis on PFAS and emerging contaminants, in a variety of settings and means, such as with the integration of ArcGIS tools.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Recruitment Range: $61,545 – $64,318
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. Click here to learn more about the Division of Waste Management | NC DEQ.
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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.
Recruiter: Valerie Moses
Recruiter Email: hrrecruitment@deq.nc.gov
