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Location : Cumberland County, NC
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 23-15472 DWR60035403
Department: Dept of Environmental Quality
Division: Water Resources
Opening Date: 12/14/2023
Closing Date: 1/8/2024 5:00 PM Eastern
Job Class Title:Environmental Program Supervisor II
Position Number: 60035403
Section: Water Quality Regional Operations (WQROS)
Work Location: Fayetteville, North Carolina
Salary Grade: NC20
Recruitment Range: $65,876 - $91,906
Description of Work
Are you passionate about the environment and want to make a difference?
DEQ has an open opportunity for an Environmental Program Supervisor II
It is full-time (40 hours per week) with State Benefits
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.
The primary purpose of this position is to provide operational and supervisory oversight of the WQROS regional programs and staff, respectively. This position supervises the assistant regional supervisor (ARS), engineers, hydrogeologists, chemists, biologists, environmental specialists, environmental senior technicians, and wastewater treatment plant consultants. This position will work directly with Division and regional office staff regarding workload allocation, project management, ensuring safe work environment, monitoring unit and individual staff performance, assigning work tasks, evaluating unit needs, ensuring programs meet regional priorities, and enforcement initiatives to address compliance problems.
Key Responsibilities:
The Division of Water Resources is responsible for protecting North Carolina's drinking, surface and groundwater for all waterbodies including lakes, streams, rivers, wetlands and aquifers. This environmental stewardship is accomplished through actions including permitting issuance, investigations, regulatory compliance and enforcement, monitoring and field assessments, certifications, laboratory analysis and testing, planning, water quality standards management, educational outreach and other efforts. The Division comprises six Sections: Water Quality Regional Operations; Water Sciences; Public Water Supply; Water Quality Permitting; Groundwater Resources, and Water Planning. Learn more by visitingDivision of Water Resources.
The NC Department of Environmental Quality: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. 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. Please visit our website at the Department of Environmental Quality for more information.
If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visitwww.studentaid.govto learn more.
Recruitment Range: $65,876 - $91,906
This position is located at: 215 Green Street, Suite 714, Fayetteville, NC 28301
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. We will not review résumés in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application. Click these links for additional information: Introduction to the Job Application and Addressing Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Note: These links refer to Dept. of Public Safety process; this process is the same for Dept. of Environmental Quality.)
To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following:
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
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 oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.
Bachelor's degree in one of the agricultural, biological, engineering, environmental, or natural resource sciences or a closely related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and five years of progressive experience in environmental work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders.
DEQ uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627.
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments:
There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
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To qualify for this position, applicants must possess the required "Minimum Education and Experience" AND all "Knowledge, Skills and Abilities" listed on the job posting. I understand that my application MUST include a complete work history in the "Work Experience" section, all education (including major(s) and start/end dates) in the "Education" section, and credentials (if any) in the "Certificates and Licenses" section. I understand that a résumé is NOT a substitute for completing the sections listed above.
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The recruiting range for this position is limited to $65,876 - $91,906. I am aware that if offered this position, the maximum salary offer will be limited to $91,906.
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How did you hear about this opportunity?
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Location : Cumberland County, NC
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 23-15472 DWR60035403
Department: Dept of Environmental Quality
Division: Water Resources
Opening Date: 12/14/2023
Closing Date: 1/8/2024 5:00 PM Eastern
Job Class Title:Environmental Program Supervisor II
Position Number: 60035403
Section: Water Quality Regional Operations (WQROS)
Work Location: Fayetteville, North Carolina
Salary Grade: NC20
Recruitment Range: $65,876 - $91,906
Description of Work
Are you passionate about the environment and want to make a difference?
DEQ has an open opportunity for an Environmental Program Supervisor II
It is full-time (40 hours per week) with State Benefits
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.
The primary purpose of this position is to provide operational and supervisory oversight of the WQROS regional programs and staff, respectively. This position supervises the assistant regional supervisor (ARS), engineers, hydrogeologists, chemists, biologists, environmental specialists, environmental senior technicians, and wastewater treatment plant consultants. This position will work directly with Division and regional office staff regarding workload allocation, project management, ensuring safe work environment, monitoring unit and individual staff performance, assigning work tasks, evaluating unit needs, ensuring programs meet regional priorities, and enforcement initiatives to address compliance problems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Responsible for ensuring successful implementation of DWR delegated programs throughout the assigned regional office coverage area.
- Assign staff and manage workload to ensure effective and efficient processing of all the regional office operations.
- Develop & track programmatic metrics to assess programmatic delivery of all the regional programs and processes.
- Communicate with the WQROS Chief in a cooperative manner to help ensure operational goals and objectives are being met. In collaboration with the ARS, establish and monitor program metrics to ensure state program goals and federally mandated expectations are being met in an effective and efficient manner.
- In coordination with ARS, this position will manage and coordinate staff who prepare and/or review and approve Notices of Deficiencies, Notices of Violations, and Civil Penalty assessments.
- In coordination with the ARS, this position will manage and coordinate the regional office compliance activities to ensure implementation consistent with the Division goals and objectives.
The Division of Water Resources is responsible for protecting North Carolina's drinking, surface and groundwater for all waterbodies including lakes, streams, rivers, wetlands and aquifers. This environmental stewardship is accomplished through actions including permitting issuance, investigations, regulatory compliance and enforcement, monitoring and field assessments, certifications, laboratory analysis and testing, planning, water quality standards management, educational outreach and other efforts. The Division comprises six Sections: Water Quality Regional Operations; Water Sciences; Public Water Supply; Water Quality Permitting; Groundwater Resources, and Water Planning. Learn more by visitingDivision of Water Resources.
The NC Department of Environmental Quality: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. 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. Please visit our website at the Department of Environmental Quality for more information.
If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visitwww.studentaid.govto learn more.
Recruitment Range: $65,876 - $91,906
This position is located at: 215 Green Street, Suite 714, Fayetteville, NC 28301
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. We will not review résumés in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application. Click these links for additional information: Introduction to the Job Application and Addressing Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Note: These links refer to Dept. of Public Safety process; this process is the same for Dept. of Environmental Quality.)
To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following:
- Demonstrated knowledge of regulations including the Clean Water Act, Code of Federal Regulations, NC General Statutes, State Administrative Code, Federal NPDES Permitting regulations, Federal Pretreatment Program regulations, and/or State Water Quality Standards.
- Demonstrated experience managing or prioritizing permitting and/or compliance projects or plans.
- Demonstrated experience with technical writing.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
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 oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.
Bachelor's degree in one of the agricultural, biological, engineering, environmental, or natural resource sciences or a closely related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and five years of progressive experience in environmental work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders.
DEQ uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
- Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, to their applications.
- If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an official transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
- If applicants earned a foreign degree, foreign degrees require an official evaluation for U.S. equivalency, and must be submitted to Human Resources for verification. There are several organizations that perform this specialized service, feel free to use any service of your choosing. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options on their website that can provide credential verification: https://www.naces.org/members
For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627.
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments:
There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
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To qualify for this position, applicants must possess the required "Minimum Education and Experience" AND all "Knowledge, Skills and Abilities" listed on the job posting. I understand that my application MUST include a complete work history in the "Work Experience" section, all education (including major(s) and start/end dates) in the "Education" section, and credentials (if any) in the "Certificates and Licenses" section. I understand that a résumé is NOT a substitute for completing the sections listed above.
- Yes, I understand
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The recruiting range for this position is limited to $65,876 - $91,906. I am aware that if offered this position, the maximum salary offer will be limited to $91,906.
- Yes
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How did you hear about this opportunity?
- www.governmentjobs.com
- Indeed
- Employee Referral
- Conference/Job Fair
- Email campaign
- Professional Association or Industry-specific job board
- Other General Job Boards
- Other Search Engines
- Other Social Media
- Internet Advertisement
- TV/Radio
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