Job Description

Description of Work

Graduating Engineers , are you looking to secure a job offer? Apply now and be considered for an opportunity to work with the Department of Environmental Quality.

Are you passionate about the environment and want to make a difference?

DEQ has an open opportunity for a Mining Engineer I.

*As of June 1, the salary range will be $54,197 - $94,844

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 Mining Engineer I assists in the management of the statewide implementation of The Mining Act of 1971, including permitting, inspection, enforcement, and education & training of the mining industry and the general public. This position is responsible for implementing mine permit application, enforcement, training, reclamation, and rules review activities personally and through coordination with other employees in Land Quality Program Operations & Regional Operations Sections and other state and federal agencies.

This position requires the ability to walk through rough and uneven terrain and work in inclement weather, noise, dust, fumes, machinery and insects. Position does require travel to and from various project sites and dams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reviews applications, completes timely and detailed reviews of engineering plan submittals.
• Ensures timely and detailed review of engineering drawings and specifications for compliance with Federal and State laws, rules, and policies, and good engineering practices.
• Performs inspections of sites/facilities regulated under DEMLR\'s Mining Program with overlap in the three other programs: Sedimentation Control, Stormwater, and Dam Safety.
• Advises and provides engineering guidance, training, and written technical/compliance documentation to staff and clients.
• Meeting with applicants and their consultants to facilitate project development, design, construction, and ultimately permit approval and site compliance.

The Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources:

The Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources (DEMLR) is comprised of two Sections: Land Quality and Geological Survey. For more information:

The Land Quality Section is responsible for the administration of four regulatory programs: Dam Safety Program as authorized by the Dam Safety of 1967, Mining Program as authorized by the Mining Act of 1971, Sediment Program as authorized by the Sedimentation Pollution Control Act of 1973 and Stormwater Program as authorized by state statutes and the federal Clean Water Act. DEMLR collects permit fees and issues permits for mines, dams, sedimentation control for construction sites, and stormwater permits for various activities and refers enforcement cases to the Attorney General\'s Office.

DEMLR is responsible for scheduling, organizing and transcribing minutes of the North Carolina Mining Commission and the Sedimentation Control Commission as well as reporting to the Environmental Management Commission regarding dam safety and stormwater matters.

The N.C. Geological Survey (NCGS) Section\'s mission is to provide unbiased and technically accurate applied earth science scientific information to address societal needs. This includes geologic maps, mineral resource and geochemical information, topographic maps and digital products, and earth science education initiatives. The NCGS "...examines, surveys, and maps the geology, mineral resources, and topography of the state" and

encourages the wise conservation and use of geologic resources by industry, commerce, agriculture and government agencies for the general welfare of the citizens of North Carolina. The results of the NCGS research are documented in Bulletins, Open File Reports, Information Circulars, Special Publications, and Geologic Map Series. The NCGS along with DEMLR provide staff to the Oil and Gas Commission.

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. 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 for more information.

Recruitment Range: $52,875 - $68,200
Location: 512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604

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 resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application. Click these links for additional information: and . (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:

• Ability to apply the basic engineering concepts, practices, and theories involved in the design, development, review, permitting, and/or operations of projects/sites and their potential environmental and safety impacts as they relate to mining.
• Ability to review engineering/technical plans and/or data for completeness, compatibility, compliance with engineering principles, standards, codes or design needs.
• Ability to communicate, both verbally and in written form, with people such as the general public, environmental contacts, public officials, and other similar personnel.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor\'s degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

"Equivalent combination of education and experience" is defined as North Carolina certification as an Engineer In Training (EIT), Engineer Intern (EI), or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) or North Carolina licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE)* (To be considered for this position with one of these: Engineer In Training (EIT), Engineer Intern (EI), Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) and Professional Engineers (PE), you must enter their certification/license number under the Certification and Licensure section of the application.)

*Senior Engineering students with an anticipated graduation date will be considered. Job offers will be contingent upon completion of their degree.

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:

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 Debra Godwin at 919-707-9232 and/or .
For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627.

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.

For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments:
There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.

State of North Carolina