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General Statement of Duties Forsyth County's Department of Environmental Assistance and Protection has an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Environmental Specialist to be a member of the Community Hygiene Division.This position is responsible for a wide variety of environmental, regulatory and educational activities to protect public health, safety and the environment in our community.  This position performs routine inspections of regulated facilities, investigates complaints from the public, negotiates reasonable plans of action for abatement of violations, and carries out enforcement actions when necessary, including assessment of civil penalties and preparing and presenting cases in district court.  The employee will interact with other government agencies, professional organizations, community groups, local businesses and individual citizens.   Distinguishing Features The primary duties of this position will include enforcement of federal, state and local regulations governing asbestos, solid waste, illegal dumping, recycling, open burning, nuisance odors, abandoned vehicles, inspection of dry cleaning businesses and gasoline dispensing facilities, and educating the public and local businesses about best management practices, regulatory compliance, pollution prevention, and environmental protection.  The successful candidate must have the following knowledge, skills and abilities: Ability to work independently and utilize sound judgment.  Ability to work as part of a team. Ability to interpret and enforce complex environmental regulations. Ability to present to groups and at outreach activities to raise public awareness and responsible management.   Computer skills required to manage documentation, spreadsheets, and data.   Strong verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills.   An employee in this classification is responsible for independently performing technical work in the specialized area. Additionally, an employee in this position may provide technical assistance to other agencies, county departments, local municipalities and community groups. Judgment and initiative are required. Work is performed under general supervision and is evaluated in conferences and by review of records and reports.  Minimum Education and Experience Graduation from a four year college or university in environmental science, or a related field, and at least one year experience in environmental control work or related experience. A four-year degree outside of the relevant academic field plus additional years of relevant experience may also be considered. A higher education level may be considered as a substitution for all or part of the experience requirement. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Duties include : Enforcement of regulations governing asbestos, solid waste, illegal dumping, recycling, open burning, nuisance odors and abandoned vehicles.   Investigation of complaints.   Assessment of civil penalties and preparing and presenting cases in district court.   Create and deliver presentations to professional organizations and community groups.   Inspection of regulated facilities and activities to ensure compliance.   Interaction with regulatory agencies.   Interaction with violators through consultation, negotiation, education and enforcement actions.   Performs related work as assigned.   Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com !

ERM is seeking an experienced Environmental Impact Assessment Principal Consultant with consulting experience and established client relationships, to play a key role in growing our business in Charlotte, North Carolina office. The ideal candidate will have established relationships with potential clients along with technical expertise leading multi-media environmental permitting, NEPA, and large-scale capital projects in the oil & gas, utility and renewables industries.   As a senior leader, you will be fully accountable for successfully selling and consulting on a range of environmental, social, and health impact assessment projects to build a sustainable business locally, while networking with ERM's global technical team to share best practices across the industry. This is a partner-track opportunity for a senior-level professional looking to advance their career with a global environmental leader, and to make a significant impact in successfully implementing ERM's global strategy.  RESPONSIBILITIES:        Develop and implement strategic business/action plan, provide leadership, and deliver performance results to expand Impact Assessment & Planning (IAP) service area and client base in Charlotte, North Carolina.  Serve as a key member of the “core” technical team to drive double-digit profitable growth across the IAP service lines (environmental impact assessment, land planning, facility siting & permitting, risk assessment and water resources management). As a “seller/doer,” contribute to business development of ERM’s global IAP service area. Identify and develop new opportunities, prepare effective technical proposals, and take active leadership role in developing new business with new and existing clients. Develop and expand client relationships that generate repeat business. Serve as Senior Technical Director for NEPA environmental assessment (EA) and environmental impact statement (EIS) projects and related activities in support of ERM clients’ capital projects (i.e., oil and gas, mining, power generation, electrical transmission, renewable energy projects).  Contribute to preparing EAs/EISs and associated management plans in compliance with NEPA, serving in roles ranging from lead technical expert to QA/QC.  Achieve client’s expectations for scope, budget, schedule, and quality. Lead, manage performance, hire and retain, inspire and mentor personnel for overall success of technical team. Capitalize on existing ERM client relationships to expand ERM’s profile and market share in the IAP market (through a combination of excellence in technical delivery and business development). Work with other ERM resources to deepen relationships with ERM key clients and establish new client relationships that result in significant net revenue growth. Support the general growth and development of ERM’s international IAP technical community. Collaborate with other ERM global practitioners to execute impact assessment projects. Participate on teams comprised of impact assessment professionals from multiple offices around the global ERM organization. REQUIREMENTS: BS/MS in environmental studies, planning, geography, civil or environmental engineering or related field; PE, CEP, AICP or similar registration desired. 15+ years of consulting experience with impact assessment and multi-media permitting. Proven track record in developing and implementing successful business growth strategies. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain long-term relationships with clients, and book personal sales in new IAP consulting services. Solid grasp of the key impact assessment and management issues within the utility, oil & gas, and renewables sectors, as well as a high degree of technical competence and broad knowledge of impact assessment best practices. Recognized technical expertise by and established reputation in the marketplace, including positive reputation with key regulators relevant to impact assessment approvals.  Well-developed teambuilding and influencing skills; unquestioned integrity; and the experience, confidence, and stature to effectively address client and business needs and challenges.  Positive outlook, collaborative, and driven by the success of ERM as a global company.  Who We Are: As the world’s leading sustainability consulting firm, ERM is uniquely positioned to contribute to the environment and society through the expertise and energy of our employees worldwide.  Sustainability is what we do, and is at the heart of both our service offerings and how we operate our business.  ERM and our partners are driven by a dynamic vision: By 2021 we will be the clear leader in our chosen markets, we will double in value and we will deliver on our promises to our clients, our people and our investors.  For our people, our vision means attracting, inspiring, developing and rewarding our people to work with the best clients and on the biggest challenges, thus creating valuable careers.  We achieve our vision in a sustainable manner by maintaining and living our ERM values that include Accountability, Caring for our People, Client Focus, Collaboration, Empowerment, and Transparency.  Please submit your resume and brief cover letter.  ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.  Thank you for your interest in ERM! BS/MS in environmental studies, planning, geography, civil or environmental engineering or related field; PE, CEP, AICP or similar registration desired. 15+ years of consulting experience with impact assessment and multi-media permitting. Proven track record in developing and implementing successful business growth strategies. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain long-term relationships with clients, and book personal sales in new IAP consulting services. Solid grasp of the key impact assessment and management issues within the utility, oil & gas, and renewables sectors, as well as a high degree of technical competence and broad knowledge of impact assessment best practices. Recognized technical expertise by and established reputation in the marketplace, including positive reputation with key regulators relevant to impact assessment approvals.  Well-developed teambuilding and influencing skills; unquestioned integrity; and the experience, confidence, and stature to effectively address client and business needs and challenges.  Positive outlook, collaborative, and driven by the success of ERM as a global company. 

The Nicholas School of the Environment (NSOE) at Duke University seeks to hire two tenure-track faculty at the Assistant Professor level whose research will build on the School’s core research and educational strengths to address key environmental challenges of the 21st century.  We invite applicants specializing in any of the following areas: Near-surface geology and geophysics with linkages to Earth resources, such as energy, minerals, water, and soils, or to geohazards. Large- and regional-scale physical oceanography or ocean-atmospheric interactions, with relevance to past, current, and/or future climate. Restoration ecology, developing natural solutions for increasing resilience across multiple systems or at landscapes scales in the face of ongoing environmental changes. Environmental health, broadly defined to include toxicology, environmental exposures and health effects, ecological-human health connections and environmental justice issues.  NSOE is a vibrant interdisciplinary community with faculty who conduct both basic and applied research in the physical, biological and social sciences. We anticipate that the successful candidates will be based in Durham, NC, but encourage them to collaborate with faculty from across the Nicholas School, both on main campus and at the Duke Marine Lab campus in Beaufort, NC.  These candidates are expected to develop an externally funded and nationally recognized research program, teach and mentor undergraduate, professional and graduate students, and engage in service within NSOE, the University, and in the broader scientific community. The successful candidates are also expected to demonstrate a commitment to diversity, inclusivity, respect and excellence.  To apply, submit : A cover letter that includes the applicant’s approaches to diversity and inclusion in teaching, advising and scholarship; Curriculum vitae; A statement of research interests within the context of the future of your discipline, including information about existing or planned research support; A teaching philosophy statement that includes concrete examples of how the applicant has put their philosophy into practice; Up to three representative publications; Names and contact information for a minimum of three references. Applications should be directed to AcademicJobsOnline. See Job # 15443  The search committee will begin reviewing applications January 6, 2019 and will continue until the position is filled. Further inquiries may be directed to the search committee chair, Professor Lincoln Pratson at nsoe-faculty-search@duke.edu   Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best accomplished when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values  Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools.  Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.  To Apply , visit: https://apptrkr.com/1705725