<p>Are you passionate about the environment and want to make a difference?</p> <p>DEQ has an open opportunity for an Environmental Program Consultant.</p> <p> </p> <p>This position is located at: Green Square Complex - 217 W. Jones St. Raleigh, NC 27603</p> <ul> <li> This position is full-time (40 hours per week) with State Benefits * </li></ul> <p>These positions currently qualify for a hybrid telework option with routine office and remote workdays. The </p> <p>NC Department of Environmental Quality trusts our employees to be self-motivated and successful in </p> <p>hybrid/remote roles. Telework options are subject to change at the discretion of management.</p> <p>The position plays a lead role in providing pollution prevention technical assistance to businesses, industries, and institutions across the state.  In addition, the position has duties of program development, management, and planning to provide strategic oversight of technical project delivery, including clean energy assessments, water efficiency audits, solid waste reduction, pollution prevention, compliance assistance, and other environmental performance improvement recommendations. The position coordinates closely with DEACS's Recycling and Materials Management and Environmental Assistance Sections, other key DEQ programs, and others partner organizations to deliver services and assistance in line and in support of agency program objectives.  Working closely with the other section chiefs and Division leadership, this position will also play a lead role in support of the division's internal and external technical assistance training development. </p> <p>Key Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Oversee program development and management including strategic planning and implementation; program performance management and tracking; assessment follow-up activities and client evaluations; and managing workflow processes and procedures.?</p> </li><li> <p>Provide multimedia pollution prevention technical assistance to businesses, industries, and institutions across the state, with a special concentration on energy assessments and climate pollution reduction strategies.</p> </li><li> <p>Analyzes key programmatic metrics and data to inform strategic planning for agency, development of reports, fact sheets, and other technical resources to be utilized by staff and to assist clients.</p> </li><li> <p>Coordinate program activity through regular meetings, written policy, and program direction.  </p> </li><li> <p>Support Department efforts on climate mitigation, clean energy planning, EO-80, and other initiatives as needed. </p> </li><li> <p>Manage the production and publication of the DEACS Biennial Report that highlights Division-wide initiatives and accomplishments for a two-year cycle.  The Biennial Report is a highly designed print and digital publication that requires a cross-section collaboration and adherence to project management schedule.</p> </li><li> <p>With support from the Section staff, the position will support the marketing and outreach efforts of the program including web presence, outreach presentations, social media releases, conferences attendance, and annual Section program performance tracking.</p> </li><li> <p>Lead and foster opportunities for joint efforts to build internal and external technical training across Division units and sections, including ESI program support, Recycling and Materials Management Section support, and other joint projects as determined by DEACS leadership team.</p> </li><li> <p>Makes presentations to a variety of internal and external stakeholders on program strategies, initiatives, and other performance metrics.</p> </li><li> <p>Contribute to division planning and initiatives including report and technical resource development and process improvement efforts.</p> </li></ul> <p>The Division of Environmental Assistance and Customer Service:</p> <p>The mission of the Division of Environmental Assistance and Customer Service (DEACS) is to protect and improve North Carolina's environment and economy through customer-focused assistance, greater understanding of environmental permitting and compliance, wider adoption of sustainable practices, increased recycling and reduced waste disposal and reduced impacts from resource consumption. DEACS is the lead state agency on pollution prevention strategies and waste reduction. Our mission is to provide quality customer service and technical assistance that is both solution and education oriented.  Click here to learn more about the Environmental Assistance and Customer Service | NC DEQ.</p> <p>The NC Department of Environmental Quality:</p> <p>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. Please visit our website at the Department of Environmental Quality for more information.</p> <p>If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.</p> <p>To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Master'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 three years of experience related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.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.</p> <p> </p> <p>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.</p> <p> </p> <ul> <li>Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty to their applications. </li><li>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. </li><li>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. </li></ul> <p>Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click "Application Status." If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Malik Ragler at (919) 707-8328 and/or malik.ragler@deq.nc.gov.</p> <p>For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at (855) 524-5627.</p>