Mecklenburg County · 2 days ago
Water Quality Environmental Specialist II
Mecklenburg County, NC
Part-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$52K/yr - $75K/yr
2+ years expMecklenburg County is seeking a Water Quality Environmental Specialist II to contribute to the Water Quality Program within the Land Use and Environmental Services Agency. The role involves performing technical and investigative work to enforce codes and regulations that protect public health and the environment, including site inspections, data collection, and responding to citizen complaints.
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Responsibilities
Perform technical investigative work and site inspections as well as respond to citizen complaints and emergency situations for protecting public health and the environment
Maintain and repair Mecklenburg County’s automated monitoring networks (water quality and flood sensor networks)
Install, maintain, and repair automated water quality and hydrologic monitoring stations and associated hardware
Program data loggers, modems, cameras, and data hosting services
Maintain an inventory of supplies, tools, and equipment
Complete continuous education to stay knowledgeable in the current trends and equipment used in automated monitoring
Review field inspection reports and assign and monitor follow-up corrective and enforcement actions and plans
Investigate complaints concerning suspected violations of environmental laws, rules and regulations
Coordinate and participate in enforcement actions with external agencies
Draft, prepare, and review reports, correspondence and other documents concerning complaints and enforcement activities
Consult with management, other governmental agencies and industry representatives on environmental matters
Develop data processing applications involving databases and spreadsheets to compile, inventory, and manage field testing, sampling and investigations data
Order field equipment and supplies used in conducting field sampling, testing and investigations
Provide technical guidance and may schedule, assign, train and oversee review the work of others
Conduct field tests, sampling, and investigations to assess the natural environment and to determine sources of and methods for controlling pollutants in air, water and soil
Perform public education and outreach activities in various settings such as the field, office, or classroom environments
Assist with the preparation of grant applications to fund environmental programs as directed
Operate environmental monitoring equipment, following quality controls and good laboratory practice (GLP)
Qualification
Required
Minimum of two years of experience
Bachelor's degree in an environmental or scientific field
Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License
Requires County Driving Privileges
Annual Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check required
Knowledge of environmental assessment and pollution control principles, practices and methods
Field testing, sampling and investigation techniques and procedures
Federal, state and local environmental laws, rules and regulations
Skills in maintaining field monitoring and data equipment
Skills in conducting field observations
Skills in preparing reports
Skills in collecting field samples
Skills in organizing, evaluating, and acting upon observations identified in the field
Applied Learning: Assimilating and applying new job-related information in a timely manner
Business Acumen: Using economic, financial, market and industry data to understand and improve business results; using one's understanding of major business functions, industry trends and own organization's position to contribute to effective business strategies and tactics
Collaboration: Working effectively and cooperatively with others; establishing and maintaining good working relationships
Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided
Proficient in applicable computer programs
Preferred
Previous experience with automated monitoring equipment
Ability to effectively communicate technical and non-technical information with staff and the public through interpersonal interactions and written documentation
Company
Mecklenburg County
Mecklenburg County provide quality geospatial data and technology solutions, empowering customers to make data-driven decisions.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.5MKey Investors
North Carolina Railroad Company
2025-09-15Grant· $0.5M
Leadership Team
Beverly Hinson
Partnership Services Liaison
Bill Golden
Deputy Chief Information Officer
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