Work at DEQ Join Our Team The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality is a great place to work and our work makes a difference! At DEQ, there are opportunities for a wide variety of careers from administrative to scientific and nearly everything in between. Whether the position is an accountant, engineer or marine biologist, what we share is a common mission to provide science-based environmental stewardship to all North Carolinians and to make our state a better place for future generations. When you work for North Carolina you can count on: A culture that values collaboration, creativity, innovation, diversity, and teamwork. The ability to impact positive change for the citizens of North Carolina. Benefit options that will enhance your quality of life, health, wellness, and future. See all current job openings! Find out more The Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness program is open to state employees Featured DEQ Careers Environmental Scientist Watch Amin Davis share how his childhood passion for exploring neighborhood streams has turned into an amazing career as an environmental scientist. (Video by Strivven Media) Environmental Educator If you would love to take teaching and learning outdoors, then you will appreciate shadowing Lauren Daniel who is an Environmental Educator. (Video by Strivven Media) Geologist If you enjoy science and exploring the great outdoors, you will love exploring about Bart Cattanach's job as a Geologist. (Video by Strivven Media) Marine Patrol Officer Keeping the public educated & marine life protected are some of Marine Patrol Officer Candace Rose's duties. See what it takes to keep NC's coastal waterways safe & thriving. (Video by Strivven Media) Meteorologist Being a Meteorologist doesn't mean always standing in front of a green screen and reporting today's weather. The job can also mean monitoring the very air we breathe. Watch how Heather Wylie's career goes beyond what we see out the window. (Video by Strivven Media) Environmental Specialist Making sure we have clean drinking water is only one important part of being an Environmental Specialist. Watch Kalli Unthank and see what other important duties she performs in order to keep our environment healthy for all of us. (Video by Strivven Media) Other Resources Employee Benefits How to Apply Student Loan Forgiveness Follow us on LinkedIn! Find Your Career DEQ is looking for top talent to share their knowledge, skills, and commitment to a strong, safe environment for our state and beyond. Apply today! Why Public Service? We use a merit-based recruitment and selection plan to fill positions subject to the State Personnel Act with highly qualified individuals. Benefits of working for the department include: Flexible work schedules Generous leave policies Sound retirement system – one of the best in the country Stable industry sector As a state Cabinet agency, we are actively involved in many of the Governor's initiatives and priorities. We do this and more – all while providing meaningful, fulfilling public service. Learn more
Work at DEQ Join Our Team The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality is a great place to work and our work makes a difference! At DEQ, there are opportunities for a wide variety of careers from administrative to scientific and nearly everything in between. Whether the position is an accountant, engineer or marine biologist, what we share is a common mission to provide science-based environmental stewardship to all North Carolinians and to make our state a better place for future generations. When you work for North Carolina you can count on: A culture that values collaboration, creativity, innovation, diversity, and teamwork. The ability to impact positive change for the citizens of North Carolina. Benefit options that will enhance your quality of life, health, wellness, and future. See all current job openings! Find out more The Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness program is open to state employees Featured DEQ Careers Environmental Scientist Watch Amin Davis share how his childhood passion for exploring neighborhood streams has turned into an amazing career as an environmental scientist. (Video by Strivven Media) Environmental Educator If you would love to take teaching and learning outdoors, then you will appreciate shadowing Lauren Daniel who is an Environmental Educator. (Video by Strivven Media) Geologist If you enjoy science and exploring the great outdoors, you will love exploring about Bart Cattanach's job as a Geologist. (Video by Strivven Media) Marine Patrol Officer Keeping the public educated & marine life protected are some of Marine Patrol Officer Candace Rose's duties. See what it takes to keep NC's coastal waterways safe & thriving. (Video by Strivven Media) Meteorologist Being a Meteorologist doesn't mean always standing in front of a green screen and reporting today's weather. The job can also mean monitoring the very air we breathe. Watch how Heather Wylie's career goes beyond what we see out the window. (Video by Strivven Media) Environmental Specialist Making sure we have clean drinking water is only one important part of being an Environmental Specialist. Watch Kalli Unthank and see what other important duties she performs in order to keep our environment healthy for all of us. (Video by Strivven Media) Other Resources Employee Benefits How to Apply Student Loan Forgiveness Follow us on LinkedIn! Find Your Career DEQ is looking for top talent to share their knowledge, skills, and commitment to a strong, safe environment for our state and beyond. Apply today! Why Public Service? We use a merit-based recruitment and selection plan to fill positions subject to the State Personnel Act with highly qualified individuals. Benefits of working for the department include: Flexible work schedules Generous leave policies Sound retirement system – one of the best in the country Stable industry sector As a state Cabinet agency, we are actively involved in many of the Governor's initiatives and priorities. We do this and more – all while providing meaningful, fulfilling public service. Learn more
