State Engineer-dam Safety

State of North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality

North Carolina, United States
Recruitment range: $67,852 - $97,361; bonus/equity...
Hybrid
Dam safety regulatory program management
Geotechnical and hydraulic report review
Emergency action planning oversight
This position serves as the primary assistant to the State Dam Safety Engineer managing a regulatory program for over 3,000 regulated dams in North Carolina

Job Summary

  • This position serves as the primary assistant to the State Dam Safety Engineer managing a regulatory program for over 3,000 regulated dams in North Carolina.
  • The role involves supervising a team of engineers while providing expert technical assistance on dam construction, modification, repair, and breach prevention.
  • Employees are eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program and have access to a hybrid telework option combining office and remote days.

Matching Summary

This position serves as the primary assistant to the State Dam Safety Engineer managing a regulatory program for over 3,000 regulated dams in North Carolina.

Salary

Recruitment Range: $67,852 - $97,361; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Dam safety regulatory program management
  • Geotechnical and hydraulic report review
  • Emergency action planning oversight
  • Team supervision of engineers
  • Statewide dam inspection procedures

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with public sector environmental stewardship
  • Ability to train regional staff on protocols
  • Collaboration with emergency management divisions

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in applicable engineering field
  • Four years of progressively responsible experience
  • Valid Professional Engineer (PE) License or obtain within nine months
  • Must be a US citizen or authorized to work in the US

Work Rights

Not specified

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