State of North Carolina
Administrative Specialist I
State of North Carolina, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
About Us
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.
Description of Work This position serves the lead role in undertaking the administrative and accounting related activities of the central office of the Solid Waste Section, providing administrative assistance and support to central office and regionally based staff, and may serve as an initial contact between the Section and citizens, facility owners and operators, other state and federal agency staff, and assisting in answering general programmatic questions immediately if possible, and to rapidly and accurately direct their telephone calls, emails, letters, etc. to the appropriate Section staff.
Key Responsibilities
Provides administrative support to the Solid Waste Section to include incoming/outgoing mail, equipment and supply purchasing, motor fleet maintenance, and other related functions.
Preparing and sending invoices for permit or annual fees for registered septage firms and solid waste management facilities and invoicing manufacturers of televisions and computer equipment.
Assist in preparation and managing database of County funding grants and awards including electronics management funds; scrap tire grant funds; and white goods fund distribution.
Receiving payments (paper checks and e‑pay) and entering into accounting system all fees from facilities and manufacturers; pursue outstanding invoice payments, and administer over‑payment refunds, as needed.
Support projects assigned by the Section Chief and/or other Section leadership.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities/Management Preferences Recruitment Range: $37,782 – $44,290. Important: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date above.
The Division of Waste Management is responsible for protecting the public health and environment through assuring that solid and hazardous waste and underground storage tanks are managed properly, and existing contamination is cleaned up across the State of North Carolina. This is accomplished through the Hazardous Waste, Solid Waste, Superfund and Underground Storage Tank Sections, and the Brownfields Redevelopment Section. Click here to learn more about the Division ofIf you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit 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.
Minimum Education and Experience High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of related administrative experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
EEO Statement 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.
Recruiter Valerie Moses
Recruiter Email:
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Description of Work This position serves the lead role in undertaking the administrative and accounting related activities of the central office of the Solid Waste Section, providing administrative assistance and support to central office and regionally based staff, and may serve as an initial contact between the Section and citizens, facility owners and operators, other state and federal agency staff, and assisting in answering general programmatic questions immediately if possible, and to rapidly and accurately direct their telephone calls, emails, letters, etc. to the appropriate Section staff.
Key Responsibilities
Provides administrative support to the Solid Waste Section to include incoming/outgoing mail, equipment and supply purchasing, motor fleet maintenance, and other related functions.
Preparing and sending invoices for permit or annual fees for registered septage firms and solid waste management facilities and invoicing manufacturers of televisions and computer equipment.
Assist in preparation and managing database of County funding grants and awards including electronics management funds; scrap tire grant funds; and white goods fund distribution.
Receiving payments (paper checks and e‑pay) and entering into accounting system all fees from facilities and manufacturers; pursue outstanding invoice payments, and administer over‑payment refunds, as needed.
Support projects assigned by the Section Chief and/or other Section leadership.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities/Management Preferences Recruitment Range: $37,782 – $44,290. Important: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date above.
The Division of Waste Management is responsible for protecting the public health and environment through assuring that solid and hazardous waste and underground storage tanks are managed properly, and existing contamination is cleaned up across the State of North Carolina. This is accomplished through the Hazardous Waste, Solid Waste, Superfund and Underground Storage Tank Sections, and the Brownfields Redevelopment Section. Click here to learn more about the Division ofIf you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit 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.
Minimum Education and Experience High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of related administrative experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
EEO Statement 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.
Recruiter Valerie Moses
Recruiter Email:
#J-18808-Ljbffr