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Agency Dept of Environmental QualityDivision Waste ManagementJob Classification Title Engineer II (NS)Position Number 60034682Grade 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 is a REPOST of position 60034682 & 60034694. Previous applicants MUST REAPPLY to be considered. *The primary purpose of the Engineer II position is to provide technical support and direction for remedial activities at DOD, FUDS, NPL, and NPL-Caliber sites in order to ensure compliance with State and Federal environmental regulations, as well as to manage the operation and maintenance phase of the site. During the cleanup process the Environmental Engineer must ensure the application of sound technical practices and ultimately the protection of public health and the environment.**Key Responsibilities:**

* Provide technical support for site investigation activities, including the assessment of the type and degree of contamination, evaluation of the risk to public health and the environment, and assessment of the need for remedial action.

* Provide timely and detailed review of engineering drawings and specifications for the remedial design and implementation of remedial actions, ensuring compliance with Applicable or Relevant and Appropriate Requirements (ARAR) and good engineering practices.

* Oversee US EPA and contractor removal and remedial action activities, review removal and remedial plans to ensure that sound investigation methodologies and treatment technologies are used, ensure that ARARs are followed, and verify that appropriate cleanup levels are met.

* Provide technical review and oversight of operation and maintenance activities, including performance of site-specific Five-Year Reviews.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management PreferencesRecruitment Range: $63,927 - $80,393Important: 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 ofIf you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit 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 an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Special Qualification May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.EEO StatementThe 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 MosesRecruiter Email:

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