HR Technician II

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.

Important: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date above. 

The DEQ Division of Human Resources develops, administers, and maintains programs and services that assist and enhance employees’ abilities to carry out the DEQ mission and further DEQ initiatives. The Human Resources division interprets, monitors, and assists with federal and state human resources-related compliance activities. DEQ Human Resources' goal is to provide excellent customer service in consultation, advisement, and execution of HR programs, policies, and procedures that foster a growing and learning work environment. Please visit our website to learn more about Human Resources.

The Division of Water Infrastructure (DWI) administers water, wastewater, and stormwater funding programs in the Department of Environmental Quality according to Federal and State laws, including the Water Infrastructure Fund as described in NCGS 159G and the Community Development Block Grants for water and wastewater infrastructure.  Water Infrastructure Fund programs include the federal Clean Water State Revolving Fund, the federal Drinking Water State Revolving Fund, the state Viable Utility Reserve, the state Wastewater Reserve, and the state Drinking Water Reserve. DWI supports the State Water Infrastructure Authority which awards federal and state funding for water and wastewater infrastructure projects. DWI assists eligible applicants in meeting drinking water, stormwater, and wastewater needs to protect public health and the state’s water resources. Click here to learn more about the Division of Water Infrastructure.

The Division of Air Quality (DAQ) works with the State’s citizens to protect and improve outdoor (ambient) air quality in North Carolina for the health, benefit, and economic well-being of all. As a part of the Department of Environmental Quality, DAQ also enforces State and Federal air pollution regulations. The General Assembly enacts State air pollution laws, and the Environmental Management Commission (EMC) adopts most rules dealing with air quality. In addition, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has designated DAQ as the lead agency for enforcing federal laws and regulations dealing with air quality in North Carolina. Click here to learn more about the Division of Air Quality.

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. 

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.  

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.

The 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.

hrrecruitment@deq.nc.gov