Geologist/Hydrogeologist

State of North Carolina

Project Manager overseeing closed site stewardship for the NC Department of Environmental Quality. Managing complex geological reports and performing risk assessments for land use safety.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeWake County • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $63,927 - $69,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a Project Manager managing stewardship of closed sites in various programs.
Oversee sites with existing land use restrictions and/or undergoing redevelopment.
Perform risk assessments applying geologic principles for safe redevelopment.
Present and communicate technical information to stakeholders.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in geology, geosciences, physical science or a related field, or engineering with 30 credit hours of geological science course work from an accredited college or university.
Some positions may require licensure as a Professional Geologist by the North Carolina Board for the Licensing of Geologists; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

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Hard Skills & Tools

GeologyGeosciencesPhysical ScienceRisk Assessment TechniquesLand Use RestrictionsRedevelopment Oversight

Soft Skills

CommunicationPresentation Skills

Certifications

Professional Geologist Licensure