Environmental Program Consultant / Health Risk Assessor

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services

Division

Public Health

Job Classification Title

Environmental Program Consultant (NS)

Position Number

60039892

Grade

NC18

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

The Environmental Program Consultant / Health Risk Assessor supports the Health Assessment, Consultation, and Education program by conducting public health and toxicological risk assessments for contaminated or hazardous waste sites across North Carolina. This position evaluates chemical exposures, assesses potential public health risks, and develops recommendations to reduce or eliminate harmful exposures. It gathers and analyzes environmental, toxicological, epidemiologic, medical, and health outcome data to understand human exposure pathways and address community health concerns.

The Environmental Program Consultant / Health Risk Assessor applies advanced scientific principles and independent analysis within a program of significant environmental and public health complexity. The consultant contributes expert guidance to support environmental decision‑making and public health protection.



Key Duties Include:
- Conduct public health and toxicological risk assessments for hazardous waste sites using established guidelines.

- Evaluate chemical exposure data to determine public health risks and develop recommendations that reduce or eliminate exposures.

- Gather and analyze environmental, toxicological, epidemiologic, medical, and community health data related to human exposure pathways.

- Assess potential or known risks associated with contaminated sites by interpreting scientific data and exposure information.

- Prepare scientific analyses, written documentation, and summaries that inform environmental health decisions.

- Apply environmental and scientific principles to support research, planning, and complex program activities.

- Manage components of environmental projects by coordinating data evaluation, planning tasks, and interactions with partner agencies.

- Develop recommendations and management alternatives that address identified environmental health risks.

- Communicate environmental findings, concerns, and recommended actions to community members, partner agencies, and program stakeholders.

- Support educational and consultative activities that strengthen environmental health understanding within the program.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Requirement: $63,927.00 - $111,871.00

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. 
 
The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred: 

• Demonstrated experience applying ATSDR public health assessment guidance to evaluate chemical exposure pathways at contaminated or hazardous waste sites, including interpreting environmental sampling results and translating findings into clear public health recommendations.

• Documented history of conducting human health risk assessments at Superfund NPL or similar contaminated sites, using toxicological, epidemiologic, and health outcome data to characterize risk and support decision‑making.

• Proven track record of managing complex, multi‑stakeholder environmental health projects—at an intermediate or higher proficiency level—including planning project phases, coordinating data collection, maintaining timelines, and producing deliverables aligned with federal cooperative‑agreement requirements.

• Demonstrated experience developing and reviewing technical documents such as exposure evaluations, health consultations, or site summaries, incorporating advanced data analysis using scientific software or databases to support conclusions.

• Established history of collaborating with local or state public health partners to address community health concerns, including facilitating data exchange, preparing briefings or educational materials, and supporting coordinated public outreach efforts.

The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date

This Position Is 100% Federally Funded

This Position Is Eligible For A Hybrid Work Option

About the NC Division of Public Health (DPH):
The NC Division of Public Health works to promote and contribute to the highest possible level of health for the people of North Carolina. Our entire statewide system of public health has dedicated professionals who carry out our mission every day through a wide range of essential and activities touching the lives of everyone in our state.

About the Occupational and Environmental Epidemiology Branch (OEEB):
The Occupational and Environmental Epidemiology Branch deals with environmental and occupational conditions and hazards that may pose a risk to human health. OEE identifies and quantifies exposures to environmental and occupational contaminants; conducts risk assessments and risk communication; provides medical evaluation and surveillance for adverse health effects; and provides health-based guidance on levels of exposure to such contaminants.

Compensation and Benefits: 

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit the website for State Benefits.

Supplemental Contact Information: 

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders.  We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.  For more information about DHHS:  https://www.ncdhhs.gov/. 

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.  Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. 

In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved.  We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. 

               

Application Process 

Be sure to complete the application in its entirety.   Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. 

• Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information. 

• Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application to support your answers. 

• If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted.  Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date. 

• Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check. 

• Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account.  Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks. 

• Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.  Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. 

• For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members. 

Degree/College Credit Verification 

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations, and cover letters may be uploaded with your application. 

Veterans’ and National Guard Preference 

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications. 

• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.  

• Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application. 

ADA Accommodations 

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation.  If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below. 

CONTACT INFORMATION  

If there are any questions about this posting, please contact Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dhhs.nc.gov. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. 

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Master's degree in one of the agricultural, biological, engineering, environmental or natural resource sciences or a closely related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of experience related to the area of assignment; or an 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:

Tresha Walker

Email:

talentacquisition@dhhs.nc.gov