Environmental Specialist Jobs in North Carolina

An Environmental Specialist in the utilities industry is responsible for ensuring the company's compliance with environmental regulations. They monitor and manage environmental impact, perform assessments and audits, and devise strategies to minimize pollution and waste. They also work on projects related to water quality, soil contamination, air quality, and hazardous materials management. Environmental Specialists aim to reduce the company's carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices.

Important skills for an Environmental Specialist include strong analytical skills, problem-solving ability, and a thorough understanding of environmental regulations. Communication skills are also vital, as they often have to liaise with government agencies, customers, or other stakeholders. They should be certified as an Environmental Professional (EP) or have a similar certification, and a degree in environmental science or related field is usually required. Before becoming an Environmental Specialist, a person might work as an Environmental Technician, a Sustainability Consultant, or an Environmental Analyst.

1-9 of 9 Jobs

Environmental Specialist II (Flexible/Hybrid)

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 1 day ago

DEQ has an open opportunity for an Environmental Specialist II. It is full-time (40 hours per week) with State Benefits....

Environmental Specialist

  • NC
  • 4 days ago
  • NC
  • 4 days ago

Company Description We Are Bosch. At Bosch, we shape the future by inventing high-quality technologies and services that spark enthusiasm and enrich people's lives. Our areas of activity are every...

Environmental Specialist I (Flexible/Hybrid)

  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 5 days ago

DEQ has an open opportunity for an Environmental Specialist I. This is a REPOST of position 60035483....

Environmental Specialist I

  • Washington, NC
  • 9 days ago
  • Washington, NC
  • 9 days ago

The Environmental Specialist I position provides support, regulatory oversight, technical assistance, regulatory guidance and education to the public and permittees for various program areas....

Environmental Specialist II -Temporary Solutions

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 15 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 15 days ago

This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible...

Regional Environmental Manager

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 28 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 28 days ago

The Regional Environmental Manager will provide technical support and leadership of the Environmental team, services and operations in the Mid-Atlantic region. This position will also expand the...

Environmental Manager

  • Shelby, NC
  • 25 days ago
  • Shelby, NC
  • 25 days ago

This requires working closely with senior management, regulatory agencies and consultants to ensure on going compliance for Air, Stormwater, Wastewater and Waste programs through timely submittals and...

Environmental Specialist

  • Mooresville, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mooresville, NC
  • 30+ days ago

Company DescriptionAbout Veolia North AmericaA subsidiary of Veolia Group, Veolia North America (VNA) offers a full spectrum of water, waste and energy management services, including water, and wastewater...

Environmental Manager

  • Huntersville, NC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Huntersville, NC
  • 45+ days ago

the enterprise including regional distribution centers and transportation delivery operations Manage and execute enterprise-wide responsibilities to comply with air emissions, storm water, waste, wastewater...

Demographic Data for North Carolina

Moving to North Carolina? Find some basic demographic data about North Carolina below.


Local
National
10,439,413
246,359

Environmental Specialist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireUtilities curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Environmental Management for Sustainability
Environmental stewardship and sustainability are becoming guiding principles for all forward-thinking organizations. The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES) has been at...
Introduction to Environmental Science
A scientific study of the natural world and how it is influenced by people. Major topics include: food, energy, human population, biodiversity and global change. Introduction to Environmental...
Environmental Protection and Sustainability
Uncover better solutions to help manage a wide range of environmental problems and challenges facing our world today. Do you want to understand more about the environmental problems we currently...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job title


Salary for Environmental Specialist Jobs in North Carolina

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireUtilities research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Environmental Specialist positions.



Highest Education Level

Environmental Specialists in North Carolina offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.2%
Master's Degree
22.8%
High School or GED
11.3%
Associate's Degree
8.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.6%
Doctorate Degree
3.7%
Some High School
0.7%
Some College
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Environmental Specialists in North Carolina
2-4 years
42.6%
4-6 years
18.4%
None
13.4%
1-2 years
9.8%
8-10 years
5.0%
10+ years
4.9%
6-8 years
4.6%
Less than 1 year
1.3%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Environmental Specialist position


In-Demand skills () are the most popular among employers according to the current jobs in our database. Last updated today!

Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills