Coastal Management Field Representative Position Available In Pasquotank, North Carolina

Coastal Management Field Representative

Salary
$50,633.00 – $62,658.00 Annually
Location Pasquotank County, NC
Job Type
Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
25-06612 DCM60031568
Department
Dept of Environmental Quality
Division
Coastal Management
Opening Date
05/27/2025
Closing Date
6/9/2025 5:00 PM Eastern
Job Class Title
Environmental Specialist II
Position Number
60031568
Salary Grade
NC14
DESCRIPTION
BENEFITS
QUESTIONS
Description of Work
Are you passionate about the environment and want to make a difference?
DEQ has an open opportunity for a Coastal Management Field Representative.

DCM 60031568 NC14

•This is an anticipated vacancy. This position is expected to be available on 8/1/25. •
This Coastal Management Field Representative is responsible for duties that are primarily those associated with the administration of permit requirements of the Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA) and the Dredge and Fill law in the area served by the Elizabeth City office. Approximately two-thirds of this work is outside and physical in nature. This position is based in the Elizabeth City Field Office.

Key Responsibilities:

Responsible for CAMA Regulatory Permitting and Enforcement work for development projects
Conducting on-site reviews of permit applications
Providing information on projects that usually require coordination with other divisions and state agencies for permit approval
should have good verbal and written communication skills.
The Division of Coastal Management
The Division of Coastal Management (DCM) works to protect, conserve, and manage North Carolina’s coastal resources through an integrated program of planning, permitting, education and research. DCM carries out the state’s Coastal Area Management Act, the Dredge and Fill Law and the federal Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 in the 20 coastal counties, using rules and policies of the NC Coastal Resources Commission, known as the CRC. The division serves as staff to the CRC. Click here to learn more about the Division of Coastal Management.

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 leading 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 Qualityfor more information. If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit studentaid.gov to learn more.
This position is located at: 401 South Griffin Street, Ste 300, Elizabeth City, NC
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. Resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application. To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL the following: Demonstrated knowledge of coastal environmental resources. Experience in resource management and/or environmental regulations.

Management Preferences:

Experience working in a fast-paced environment, requiring the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting strict deadlines.
Experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
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 two years of experience related to the area of assignment; 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: naces.org/members 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 Barbara Byrd at 252-515-5463 or barbara.byrddeq.nc.gov.
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