Environmental Assistance Coordinator

$49,158 - $63,341/Yr

State of North Carolina

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Environmental Assistance Coordinator is a senior-level professional role within the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ). This position serves as a regional point of contact for customers, assisting them in understanding and complying with environmental processes, requirements, and permits. The coordinator collaborates with various permitting programs and local/state economic development professionals to support business recruitment and site selection efforts. The role emphasizes customer service, providing timely responses to inquiries, and facilitating meetings and educational events to enhance public understanding of DEQ services.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with identifying applicable permits and facilitating pre-application meetings.
• Attend meetings and site visits to support economic development projects as DEQ liaison.
• Facilitate the collection of regulatory program comments for SEPA/NEPA projects.
• Develop factsheets, tools, guidance documents, and presentations related to DEQ's resources.
• Attend public meetings and events to educate the public and gather feedback on DEQ services.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience with an environmental regulatory program at the local, state, or federal level.
• Knowledge of project management and planning.
• Experience analyzing environmental data and information.
• Bachelor's degree in agricultural, biological, engineering, environmental, or natural resource sciences or a closely related field, plus two years of relevant experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with State and Federal regulatory programs and their impact on growth in North Carolina.
• Possession of a valid North Carolina State driver's license or ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire.

Benefits

• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• State benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid holidays.